Menands, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
7/10
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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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- 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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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- 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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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- 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
4,503
332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
45.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$79,750
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
22.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$237,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$965
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,285
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
27.5%
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 | 22 |
| Feb | 2 | 12 | 25 |
| Mar | 3 | 9 | 33 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 45 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 59 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 3 | 13 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 66% of residents leaning left and 27% leaning right.
Liberal (67%) (27%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 27%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, NY State Senate District 43, NY Assembly District 110, NYSchools
Menands School
<1 miles, W
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3.2
North Albany Academy
1 miles, SW
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1
St Pius X
2 miles, NW
Loudonville School
2 miles, NW
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4.1
Colleges
Hudson Valley Community College
2 miles, E
•
1.9
Siena College
2 miles, N
•
3.7
Russell Sage College
3 miles, NE
•
2.8
Branford Hall Career Institute-Albany Campus
3 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
Albany Memorial Hospital
2 miles, W
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2.3
Albany Medical Center Hospital
4 miles, SW
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1.4
Capital District Psych Center
4 miles, SW
Samaritan Hospital
4 miles, NE
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
6 miles, N
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
74 miles, SE
•
2.8
New York Stewart International Airport
84 miles, SW
•
1
Worcester Regional Airport
99 miles, SE
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1