Forestport Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,656 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$198,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$400 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$427 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
34.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oneida County
3
Utica-Rome 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

Oneida County
4
Utica-Rome Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 46 19
Feb 4 33 22
Mar 4 21 30
Apr 4 5 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 5 0 59
Oct 5 1 48
Nov 5 12 36
Dec 5 39 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, NY State Senate District 53, NY Assembly District 117, NY
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Schools

Forestport Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Boonville Elementary School
10 miles, W • 2.3 star
Adirondack High School
10 miles, W • 5 star
Adirondack Middle School
10 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

SUNY Polytechnic Institute
25 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Utica College
28 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Mohawk Valley Community College
29 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Rome Memorial Hospital, Inc
24 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Lewis County General Hospital
27 miles, N • 3.2 star
Faxton-St Luke's Healthcare
28 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Watertown International Airport
55 miles, NW • 1 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
83 miles, N • 1 star
Albany International Airport
85 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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