Solvay, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
6,590 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,944 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$140,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$816 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
44.6% 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 3 24 23
Feb 2 18 25
Mar 3 13 33
Apr 3 3 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 6 40
Dec 3 21 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (50%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 50%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, NY State Senate District 50, NY Assembly District 129, NY
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Schools

Solvay High School
<1 miles, NW • 5 star
Solvay Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Cherry Road Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

St Joseph's College of Nursing
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Onondaga Community College
4 miles, S • 1.9 star
Bryant & Stratton College-Syracuse
4 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Joseph's Hospital Health Center
3 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Crouse Hospital
4 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
41 miles, SW • 1 star
Watertown International Airport
65 miles, NE • 1 star
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