Colchester Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education 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
1,808 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,286 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$230,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$492 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$634 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
40.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Delaware County
1
New York
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Delaware County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 20 21
Feb 3 15 24
Mar 4 13 32
Apr 4 4 44
May 4 0 54
Jun 5 0 63
Jul 5 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 4 5 38
Dec 3 15 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, NY State Senate District 51, NY Assembly District 121, NY
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Schools

Downsville Central School
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
Roscoe Central School
8 miles, S • 2.8 star
Livingston Manor High School
12 miles, S • 4.1 star
Livingston Manor Elementary School
12 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

SUNY College of Technology at Delhi
16 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Sullivan County Community College
24 miles, S • 1.4 star
Hartwick College
30 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Delaware Valley Hospital, Inc
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
O'CONNOR Hospital
16 miles, NE
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Airports

Albany International Airport
76 miles, E • 1.9 star
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