Peru, 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 10/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
1,880 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,671 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$214,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$720 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,022 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clinton County
1
Plattsburgh Urban Area
1
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clinton County
1
Plattsburgh Urban Area
1
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 17
Feb 2 18 20
Mar 3 15 29
Apr 3 6 43
May 3 1 54
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 2 47
Nov 4 8 36
Dec 3 18 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (40%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 48%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 45, NY Assembly District 115, NY
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Schools

Peru Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Peru Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Keeseville Primary School
5 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Clinton Community College
7 miles, NE • 1.4 star
SUNY College at Plattsburgh
8 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Northwestern Medical Center Inc
28 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
20 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
95 miles, NW • 1 star
Albany International Airport
127 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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