Colonie, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
7,705 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$100,396 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$270,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$585 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,421 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.8% 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 16 22
Feb 2 12 24
Mar 3 10 33
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 4 1 49
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 3 13 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 56% of residents leaning left and 36% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (36%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, NY State Senate District 43, NY Assembly District 110, NY
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Schools

Forest Park Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Saddlewood Elementary School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
Christian Brothers Academy
1 miles, E • 5 star
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Colleges

The New School Center for Media
1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Bryant & Stratton College-Albany
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Peter's Hospital
4 miles, S • 2.3 star
Albany Memorial Hospital
5 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Albany Medical Center Hospital
6 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
2 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
80 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Worcester Regional Airport
104 miles, SE • 1 star
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