Plattsburgh West, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,306 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$60,703 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
15 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$55,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$616 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$752 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.5% 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 18
Feb 2 20 21
Mar 3 16 29
Apr 3 7 44
May 3 1 55
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 2 48
Nov 4 9 37
Dec 3 19 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Plattsburgh Senior High School
2 miles, E • 4.6 star
Arthur P Momot Elementary School
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Seton Academy
3 miles, E
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Colleges

SUNY College at Plattsburgh
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Clinton Community College
4 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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

Burlington International Airport
23 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
96 miles, NW • 1 star
Watertown International Airport
133 miles, W • 1 star
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