Skaneateles, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 10/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
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
Nationally Distinguished. Exceptional public schools with nationally recognized achievements, near-perfect test scores, and standout college placement. Families benefit from elite education close to home.

Residents

Population
2,533 332.4M (US)
Median Age
57.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
74.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$114,355 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$595,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,093 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$864 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Onondaga County
3
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

Onondaga County
4
Syracuse Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 24 23
Feb 2 19 24
Mar 3 14 32
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 1 49
Nov 3 7 39
Dec 3 21 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (43%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 43%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 5%

Schools

State Street Intermediate School
<1 miles, NE 4.1 star
Skaneateles Middle School
<1 miles, E 4.6 star
Skaneateles Senior High School
<1 miles, E 5 star

Colleges

Cayuga County Community College
6 miles, W 1.4 star
Onondaga Community College
12 miles, E 1.9 star

Hospitals

Auburn Community Hospital
7 miles, W 1.4 star
St Joseph's Hospital Health Center
16 miles, E 3.2 star

Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
32 miles, SW 1 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
59 miles, SW 1 star