Riga Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
5,552 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$94,173 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$203,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$728 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$740 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
82.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
4
Rochester 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

Monroe County
4
Rochester Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 20 24
Feb 2 15 26
Mar 2 10 34
Apr 3 3 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 66
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 69
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 5 40
Dec 3 16 30

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 55%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 25, NY State Senate District 54, NY Assembly District 138, NY
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Schools

Churchville Elementary School
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
Churchville-Chili Middle School
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Fairbanks Road Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Roberts Wesleyan College
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
Rochester Institute of Technology
10 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Unity Hospital
12 miles, E • 2.3 star
Strong Memorial Hospital
13 miles, E • 2.3 star
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Airports

Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
81 miles, S • 1 star
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