Spencer 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 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,935 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$70,673 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$162,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$573 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$845 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tioga County
1
Binghamton 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

Tioga County
1
Binghamton Metro Area
4
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 14 22
Feb 2 11 24
Mar 3 11 32
Apr 3 2 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 3 38
Dec 2 11 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 19, NY State Senate District 58, NY Assembly District 124, NY
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Schools

Spencer-Van Etten Middle School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Spencer-Van Etten High School
3 miles, W • 5 star
North Spencer Christian Academy
3 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Ithaca College
14 miles, N • 3.2 star
Cornell University
16 miles, N • 4.6 star
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Hospitals

Robert Packer Hospital
17 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
17 miles, N • 2.3 star
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
20 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
19 miles, NE • 1 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
22 miles, W • 1 star
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