Shandaken Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
2,902 332.4M (US)
Median Age
54.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,845 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$307,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$684 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$970 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ulster County
2
Kingston Metro Area
2
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ulster County
2
Kingston Metro Area
2
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 18 21
Feb 3 14 24
Mar 4 11 32
Apr 4 3 43
May 4 0 54
Jun 5 0 63
Jul 5 0 67
Aug 4 0 66
Sep 5 0 58
Oct 5 0 47
Nov 4 4 37
Dec 4 14 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, NY State Senate District 41, NY Assembly District 102, NY
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Schools

Phoenicia Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Reginald Bennett Elementary School
6 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Onteora Middle School
6 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Onteora High School
6 miles, SE • 5 star
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Colleges

Ulster County Community College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
Bard College
23 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ellenville Regional Hospital
23 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
55 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Westchester County Airport
76 miles, S • 1.4 star
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