Rapids, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
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
1,562 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$103,482 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$275,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$660 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$837 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
86.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Niagara County
4
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Niagara County
4
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
5
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 21 25
Feb 2 16 27
Mar 2 11 34
Apr 2 2 46
May 2 0 57
Jun 2 0 66
Jul 2 0 70
Aug 2 0 69
Sep 4 0 63
Oct 2 0 51
Nov 3 5 41
Dec 2 18 29

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

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%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, NY State Senate District 62, NY Assembly District 144, NY
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Schools

George Southard Elementary School
3 miles, N • 3.2 star
Charles a Upson Elementary School
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
Lockport High School
4 miles, N • 5 star
Emmet Belknap Intermediate School
5 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Bryant & Stratton College-Amherst
6 miles, W • 1.4 star
New York Institute of Massage Inc
9 miles, SW • 1.4 star
University at Buffalo
10 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Eastern Niagara Hospital
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
Kenmore Mercy Hospital
14 miles, W • 3.2 star
Erie County Medical Center
15 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Medina Memorial Hospital
15 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Buffalo Niagara International Airport
12 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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