Montour Falls, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,666 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
51.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$577 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$533 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuyler 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

Schuyler County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 22
Feb 2 13 25
Mar 3 11 32
Apr 3 3 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 4 38
Dec 2 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 37% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 6%

Schools

Watkins Glen Central High School
2 miles, N 3.7 star
Watkins Glen Elementary School
2 miles, N 2.3 star

Colleges

Arnot Ogden Medical Center
17 miles, S 2.3 star
Elmira College
18 miles, S 2.8 star
Ithaca College
19 miles, E 3.2 star

Hospitals

Schuyler Hospital
<1 miles, NW
Corning Hospital
16 miles, SW 3.2 star
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
17 miles, S 2.3 star
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
18 miles, E 2.3 star

Airports

Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
13 miles, SW 1 star
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
22 miles, E 1 star