Shrub Oak, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,770 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$170,225 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
98.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$498,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,298 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Westchester County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City 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

Westchester County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 13 26
Feb 2 10 29
Mar 4 6 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 58
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 5 0 72
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 5 0 62
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 4 8 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 54%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, NY State Senate District 40, NY Assembly District 95, NY
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Schools

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Lakeland High School
<1 miles, W • 5 star
Lakeland-Copper Beech Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Empire Beauty School-Peekskill
5 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Hudson Valley Hospital Center
4 miles, W • 3.2 star
Putnam Hospital Center
10 miles, E • 4.1 star
Northern Westchester Hospital
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
19 miles, S • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
38 miles, SW • 4.6 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
47 miles, SW • 4.6 star
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