Latham, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
14,327 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
44.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$101,580 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$300,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$696 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,279 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.5% 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 21
Feb 2 12 24
Mar 3 10 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 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 58% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (59%) (35%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 20, NY State Senate District 43, NY Assembly District 110, NY
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Schools

Blue Creek School
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
Latham Christian Academy
<1 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Shaker Junior High School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Shaker High School
<1 miles, S • 5 star
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Colleges

Siena College
2 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Russell Sage College
3 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Samaritan Hospital
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Albany Memorial Hospital
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
78 miles, S • 2.8 star
Worcester Regional Airport
101 miles, SE • 1 star
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