Wanakah, 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 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
3,071 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
32.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,482 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$187,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$926 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Erie County
4
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Erie County
5
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
5
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 28 22
Feb 2 18 24
Mar 3 14 32
Apr 3 4 44
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 9 39
Dec 4 25 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 46%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 23, NY State Senate District 60, NY Assembly District 149, NY
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Schools

Cloverbank Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Frontier Middle School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Pinehurst Elementary School
2 miles, W • 4.1 star
St Francis High School
3 miles, E • 5 star
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Colleges

Hilbert College
4 miles, E • 2.3 star
Bryant & Stratton College-Online
7 miles, E • 1.4 star
Trocaire College
8 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
8 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Kaleida Health
11 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Brylin Hosp
12 miles, NE
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Airports

Buffalo Niagara International Airport
16 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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