Congressional District 26, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
771,795 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,316 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$860 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 22 24
Feb 2 15 26
Mar 2 12 33
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 70
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 6 40
Dec 3 19 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (57%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 4%

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State Senate District 62, NY Assembly District 145, NY
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Schools

Errick Road Elementary School
1 miles, W • 4.6 star
North Tonawanda Intermediate School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Ohio Elementary School
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Niagara County Community College
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst
7 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Kenmore Mercy Hospital
8 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Eastern Niagara Hospital
11 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Airports

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