Sandy Creek Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for 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
3,818 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,096 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$157,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$579 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$580 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oswego County
2
Syracuse 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

Oswego County
3
Syracuse Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 49 18
Feb 3 37 20
Mar 3 23 29
Apr 4 7 42
May 4 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 5 0 58
Oct 5 2 47
Nov 5 15 36
Dec 4 44 24

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

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 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 24, NY State Senate District 49, NY Assembly District 120, NY
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Schools

Sandy Creek Elementary School
3 miles, E • 2.3 star
Sandy Creek High School
3 miles, E • 5 star
Sandy Creek Middle School
3 miles, E • 1.9 star
Pulaski Elementary School
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Oswego County BOCES
14 miles, SW • 1.4 star
SUNY College at Oswego
24 miles, W • 2.8 star
Jefferson Community College
27 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Oswego Hospital
23 miles, W • 3.2 star
Samaritan Medical Center
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Lewis County General Hospital
33 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Watertown International Airport
26 miles, NE • 1 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
80 miles, NE • 1 star
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
80 miles, SW • 1 star
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