Van Etten Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
1,359 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$140,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$629 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$593 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Chemung County
2
Elmira Metro Area
2
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Chemung County
4
Elmira Metro Area
4
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 13 22
Feb 2 11 25
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 58
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 a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 23, NY State Senate District 58, NY Assembly District 132, NY
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Schools

Spencer-Van Etten High School
4 miles, SE • 5 star
North Spencer Christian Academy
4 miles, E • 1.9 star
Spencer-Van Etten Middle School
4 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Ithaca College
14 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Elmira College
15 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Arnot Ogden Medical Center
16 miles, W • 2.3 star
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Schuyler Hospital
16 miles, NW
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Airports

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