Richfield Springs, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
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
1,096 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$132,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$453 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$546 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
52.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Otsego County
1
Oneonta 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

Otsego County
1
Oneonta Urban Area
1
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 27 20
Feb 3 17 22
Mar 3 17 31
Apr 4 4 44
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 47
Nov 4 7 37
Dec 3 20 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 51, NY Assembly District 122, NY
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Schools

Richfield Springs Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Owen D Young Central School
9 miles, E • 3.2 star
Mount Markham Elementary School
10 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Herkimer County Community College
12 miles, N • 1.4 star
Mohawk Valley Community College
19 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bassett Healthcare
11 miles, S • 1.4 star
St Elizabeth Medical Center
21 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
60 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
79 miles, W • 1 star
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