Van Buren Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
14,246 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$159,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$587 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,117 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.8% 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 26 23
Feb 2 18 25
Mar 3 12 33
Apr 3 3 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 50
Nov 4 6 40
Dec 3 23 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 22, NY State Senate District 48, NY Assembly District 129, NY
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Schools

Donald S Ray School
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Mae E Reynolds School
2 miles, E • 3.2 star
Van Buren Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Onondaga Cortland Madison BOCES
8 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
44 miles, SW • 1 star
Watertown International Airport
62 miles, NE • 1 star
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