Green Island, NY
Livability
directions_bike
Bikeability
3/10
directions_run
Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
4/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
10/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- 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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Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
2,966
332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
31.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$70,281
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$137,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$531
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$959
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
21.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
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 | 25 |
| Mar | 3 | 11 | 33 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 3 | 3 | 39 |
| Dec | 3 | 14 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, NY State Senate District 43, NY Assembly District 108, NYSchools
Heatly School
<1 miles, S
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1.9
Ps 2
<1 miles, SE
•
1.4
Watervliet Elementary School
1 miles, W
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1.9
Van Schaick Island School
1 miles, NE
•
3.2
Colleges
Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
<1 miles, SE
•
3.2
Russell Sage College
1 miles, SW
•
2.8
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
2 miles, S
•
4.6
Hudson Valley Community College
4 miles, S
•
1.9
Hospitals
Samaritan Hospital-St Mary's Campus
<1 miles, SE
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3.2
Samaritan Hospital
2 miles, SE
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2.3
The Burdett Care Center
2 miles, SE
Albany Memorial Hospital
6 miles, SW
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
6 miles, NW
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
76 miles, S
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2.8
New York Stewart International Airport
88 miles, SW
•
1
Worcester Regional Airport
98 miles, SE
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1