Minerva Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
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
912 332.4M (US)
Median Age
56.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$64,531 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$169,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$616 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$639 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex County
1
New York
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 27 16
Feb 2 22 19
Mar 3 18 28
Apr 3 5 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 45
Nov 4 8 35
Dec 3 25 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 45, NY Assembly District 114, NY
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Schools

Newcomb Central School
8 miles, N • 3.2 star
Indian Lake Central School
9 miles, W • 3.2 star
Minerva Central School
11 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Johnsburg Central School
13 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Word of Life Bible Institute
18 miles, SE • 1.4 star
North Country Community College
32 miles, N • 1.4 star
Adirondack Community College
42 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Adirondack Medical Center
34 miles, N • 3.2 star
Glens Falls Hospital
45 miles, S • 2.3 star
Porter Hospital, Inc
48 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Plattsburgh International Airport
64 miles, NE • 1 star
Burlington International Airport
64 miles, E • 1.4 star
Albany International Airport
78 miles, S • 1.9 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
88 miles, NW • 1 star
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