Ghent Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
5,280 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$84,330 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$345,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$760 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$904 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Hudson Urban Area
2
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Hudson Urban Area
2
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 22
Feb 3 10 25
Mar 3 7 34
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 3 10 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, NY State Senate District 41, NY Assembly District 107, NY
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Schools

Chatham High School
4 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Mary E Dardess Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Chatham Middle School
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Hawthorne Valley School
4 miles, S • 5 star
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Colleges

Columbia-Greene Community College
11 miles, W • 1.9 star
Bard College at Simon's Rock
16 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Berkshire Community College
20 miles, E • 1.4 star
Mildred Elley-Pittsfield Campus
22 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Columbia Memorial Hospital
8 miles, W • 1.4 star
Fairview Hospital
16 miles, SE • 5 star
Berkshire Medical Center
23 miles, E • 2.3 star
Albany Medical Center Hospital
24 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
31 miles, N • 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
56 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
83 miles, S • 1 star
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