Port Leyden, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
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
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
680 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
4.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$98,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$669 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$518 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
50.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lewis County
1
New York
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lewis County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 48 17
Feb 3 35 20
Mar 4 22 28
Apr 4 5 41
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 5 0 57
Oct 5 1 46
Nov 5 13 35
Dec 5 40 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 49, NY Assembly District 117, NY
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Schools

Port Leyden Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
South Lewis Middle School
4 miles, N • 1.9 star
South Lewis High School
4 miles, N • 5 star
Boonville Elementary School
7 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

SUNY Polytechnic Institute
31 miles, S • 3.2 star
Utica College
34 miles, S • 2.8 star
Saint Elizabeth College of Nursing
35 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Lewis County General Hospital
17 miles, N • 3.2 star
Rome Memorial Hospital, Inc
25 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Watertown International Airport
44 miles, NW • 1 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
76 miles, N • 1 star
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
94 miles, SW • 1 star
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