Congressional District 6, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
6/10
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Walkability
8/10
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Transit
8/10
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Commute
3/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
3/10
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Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
10/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
- directions_run Walkability
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Highly Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with well-maintained pedestrian infrastructure and accessible amenities.
- directions_car Commute
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Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
- directions_bus Transit
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Well-Connected. Public transportation is widely available and dependable, providing good coverage for most destinations.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
- local_airport Airports
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Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
738,059
332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
38.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,859
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.5%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$753,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,053
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,777
$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
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 | 3 | 6 | 31 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 34 |
| Mar | 4 | 4 | 41 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 47 |
| Dec | 4 | 5 | 37 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 71% of residents leaning left and 24% leaning right.
Liberal (72%) (24%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 23%Schools
John Bowne High School
<1 miles, E
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4.6
Ps 219 Paul Klapper
<1 miles, SE
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3.2
Mesivta Torah V'emunah
<1 miles, SE
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3.2
Townsend Harris High School
<1 miles, SE
•
5
Colleges
CUNY Queens College
<1 miles, SE
•
2.8
Rabbinical Seminary of America
1 miles, S
St Paul's School of Nursing-Queens
2 miles, W
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4.1
Plaza College
2 miles, S
•
1.4
Hospitals
New York-Presbyterian/Queens
<1 miles, NE
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2.3
Flushing Hospital Medical Center
2 miles, NE
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1.4
Queens Hospital Center
2 miles, SE
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1.4
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
2 miles, S
•
1.4
Airports
Laguardia Airport
4 miles, N
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4.6
John F Kennedy International Airport
7 miles, S
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4.1
Newark Liberty International Airport
18 miles, W
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4.6
Westchester County Airport
24 miles, NE
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1.4