Otter Lake, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
109 332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$262,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$504 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$427 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
23.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oneida County
3
Utica-Rome 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

Oneida County
4
Utica-Rome Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 48 19
Feb 4 35 22
Mar 4 22 30
Apr 4 5 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 63
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 5 0 59
Oct 5 1 48
Nov 5 13 37
Dec 5 41 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 63%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, NY State Senate District 53, NY Assembly District 117, NY
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Schools

Town of Webb School
11 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Port Leyden Elementary School
11 miles, W • 2.8 star
Forestport Elementary School
12 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Boonville Elementary School
13 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

SUNY Polytechnic Institute
32 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Utica College
35 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Mohawk Valley Community College
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Lewis County General Hospital
24 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Rome Memorial Hospital, Inc
30 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Faxton-St Luke's Healthcare
35 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Watertown International Airport
53 miles, NW • 1 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
77 miles, N • 1 star
Albany International Airport
88 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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