Vernon, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
1,313 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,031 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$169,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$583 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$815 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Oneida County
3
Utica-Rome 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

Oneida County
4
Utica-Rome Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 26 21
Feb 2 18 23
Mar 2 15 32
Apr 2 2 45
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 61
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 5 39
Dec 2 21 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Schools

Wa Wettel Elementary School
<1 miles, SW 2.3 star
Ea McAllister Elementary School
3 miles, W 3.7 star

Colleges

Hamilton College
7 miles, SE 3.7 star
Utica College
14 miles, E 2.8 star
Saint Elizabeth College of Nursing
14 miles, E 3.7 star

Hospitals

Oneida Healthcare Center
6 miles, W 3.2 star
Rome Memorial Hospital, Inc
11 miles, NE 2.3 star
Faxton-St Luke's Healthcare
13 miles, E 1.4 star
St Elizabeth Medical Center
14 miles, E 1.4 star

Airports

Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
62 miles, W 1 star
Watertown International Airport
68 miles, N 1 star