Syracuse Metro Area, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
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
657,128 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
34.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,558 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$175,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$664 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$891 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 27 21
Feb 2 20 24
Mar 3 14 32
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 6 39
Dec 3 23 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 51% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, NY State Senate District 48, NY Assembly District 128, NY
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Schools

Onondaga Hill Middle School
<1 miles, E • 2.8 star
Corcoran High School
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Roberts K-8 School
2 miles, E • 1 star
Westhill High School
2 miles, N • 5 star
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Colleges

Onondaga Community College
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

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

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
38 miles, SW • 1 star
Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
68 miles, SW • 1 star
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