Phelps, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,164 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,272 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$584 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$846 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ontario County
1
Rochester 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

Ontario County
2
Rochester Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 19 23
Feb 2 15 25
Mar 3 12 33
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 3 0 61
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 5 40
Dec 3 16 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, NY State Senate District 54, NY Assembly District 131, NY
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Schools

Midlakes Middle School
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Midlakes High School
2 miles, W • 5 star
Midlakes Intermediate School
2 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Hobart William Smith Colleges
8 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Newark-Wayne Community Hospital
7 miles, N • 2.3 star
Ff Thompson Hospital
13 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
44 miles, S • 1 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
56 miles, S • 1 star
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