New Scotland 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 4/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
9,084 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
47.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$315,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$844 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,036 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.1% 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 15 21
Feb 2 12 24
Mar 3 10 32
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 3 0 59
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 3 3 38
Dec 3 13 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 39% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (39%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 7%

Schools

Clayton a Bouton High School
3 miles, N 4.6 star
Voorheesville Middle School
3 miles, N 4.1 star
Voorheesville Elementary School
3 miles, NE 4.6 star

Colleges

Maria College of Albany
8 miles, E 1.9 star
SUNY at Albany
8 miles, E 3.2 star

Hospitals

St Peter's Hospital
8 miles, E 2.3 star
Albany Medical Center Hospital
9 miles, E 1.4 star
Albany Memorial Hospital
11 miles, E 2.3 star

Airports

Albany International Airport
12 miles, NE 1.9 star
Bradley International Airport
79 miles, SE 2.8 star
Westchester County Airport
107 miles, S 1.4 star