State Senate District 9, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 5/10
directions_bus Transit 5/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
321,982 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
45.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$134,995 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$647,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,985 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

New York
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 32
Feb 3 8 34
Mar 4 4 41
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 74
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 5 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 3%

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Congressional District 4, NY Assembly District 20, NY
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Schools

Francis X Hegarty Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lindell Boulevard School
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Waverly Park School
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Mount Sinai South Nassau
4 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Mercy Medical Center
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Nyu Winthrop Hospital
9 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
15 miles, N • 4.6 star
Newark Liberty International Airport
26 miles, NW • 4.6 star
Westchester County Airport
31 miles, N • 1.4 star
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