Cohoes, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 10/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
18,043 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,111 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$209,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$621 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,046 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Albany County
4
Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
3
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Albany County
5
Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
4
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 17 21
Feb 2 12 24
Mar 3 11 32
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 3 3 38
Dec 3 14 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (38%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 6%

Schools

Cohoes Middle School
<1 miles, SW 1.9 star
Abram Lansing School
<1 miles, SW 1.9 star
Harmony Hill School
<1 miles, NW 1.9 star
Cohoes High School
<1 miles, NW 4.6 star

Colleges

Russell Sage College
3 miles, S 2.8 star
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
3 miles, S 4.6 star
Siena College
4 miles, SW 3.7 star

Hospitals

Samaritan Hospital
3 miles, S 2.3 star
Albany Memorial Hospital
7 miles, SW 2.3 star

Airports

Albany International Airport
5 miles, W 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
78 miles, S 2.8 star
Worcester Regional Airport
100 miles, SE 1 star