Canton, NY
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
2/10
directions_run
Walkability
2/10
directions_bus
Transit
1/10
directions_car
Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
-
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
-
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
-
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
-
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
-
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
-
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
-
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
-
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
-
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
-
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
7,222
332.4M (US)
Median Age
22.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.2%
64% (US)
College-Educated
47.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$62,438
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$182,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$826
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$688
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
St. Lawrence County
1
Massena-Ogdensburg Urban Area
1
New York
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
St. Lawrence County
1
Massena-Ogdensburg Urban Area
1
New York
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 16 | 16 |
| Feb | 2 | 14 | 19 |
| Mar | 2 | 10 | 29 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 43 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 54 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 46 |
| Nov | 3 | 4 | 35 |
| Dec | 3 | 15 | 23 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 51% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.
Liberal (52%) (41%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 44%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 45, NY Assembly District 116, NYSchools
St Mary's School
<1 miles, NW
Jm McKenney Middle School
<1 miles, N
•
2.8
Hc Williams Senior High School
<1 miles, N
•
5
Fs Banford Elementary School
<1 miles, N
•
2.3
Colleges
St Lawrence University
<1 miles, S
•
3.2
SUNY College of Technology at Canton
<1 miles, NW
•
1.9
Clarkson University
9 miles, E
•
4.6
SUNY College at Potsdam
10 miles, E
•
2.3
Hospitals
Canton-Potsdam Hospital
10 miles, E
•
4.1
St Lawrence Psych Center
16 miles, NW
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center
18 miles, NW
•
4.1
Gouverneur Hospital
24 miles, SW
•
4.1
Airports
Ogdensburg International Airport
16 miles, NW
•
1
Watertown International Airport
60 miles, W
•
1
Plattsburgh International Airport
84 miles, E
•
1
Burlington International Airport
100 miles, SE
•
1.4