Niagara University, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,341 332.4M (US)
Median Age
19.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
0.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,295 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
14 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
53.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$754 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$913 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Niagara County
4
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Niagara County
4
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
5
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 25
Feb 2 15 27
Mar 2 11 34
Apr 3 3 46
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 4 5 41
Dec 3 17 30

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 37% leaning right.

Liberal (56%) (37%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 58%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 26, NY State Senate District 62, NY Assembly District 145, NY
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Schools

Maple Avenue School
1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Henry J Kalfas Magnet School
2 miles, SW • 1 star
Hyde Park School
2 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Niagara University
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Niagara County Community College
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Kenmore Mercy Hospital
14 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Buffalo Niagara International Airport
20 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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