Poestenkill, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
10/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
828
332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$94,891
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$247,900
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,032
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,017
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Rensselaer County
3
Albany-Schenectady-Troy 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
Rensselaer County
4
Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
4
New York
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 16 | 21 |
| Feb | 2 | 12 | 24 |
| Mar | 3 | 10 | 33 |
| Apr | 3 | 4 | 44 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| Dec | 3 | 14 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 44% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (44%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 52%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 43, NY Assembly District 107, NYSchools
Poestenkill Elementary School
<1 miles, W
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3.7
Algonquin Middle School
3 miles, SW
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3.7
Averill Park High School
4 miles, SW
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5
Sand Lake-Miller Hill School
4 miles, S
•
3.7
Colleges
Hudson Valley Community College
7 miles, NW
•
1.9
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
7 miles, NW
•
4.6
Samaritan Hospital School of Nursing
7 miles, NW
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3.2
Russell Sage College
8 miles, NW
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2.8
Hospitals
Samaritan Hospital
7 miles, NW
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2.3
The Burdett Care Center
7 miles, NW
Samaritan Hospital-St Mary's Campus
7 miles, NW
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3.2
Albany Memorial Hospital
10 miles, W
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
13 miles, NW
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
68 miles, S
•
2.8
New York Stewart International Airport
87 miles, SW
•
1
Worcester Regional Airport
90 miles, SE
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1