Washington Heights, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
3,189 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,663 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$365,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$806 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,182 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Orange County
3
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh 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

Orange County
3
Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh Metro Area
2
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 12 25
Feb 2 10 28
Mar 4 7 37
Apr 4 2 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 5 0 62
Oct 4 0 51
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 8 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 53% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 51%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 18, NY State Senate District 42, NY Assembly District 100, NY
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Schools

Presidential Park Elementary School
1 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Arc Orange County Chapter
2 miles, W • 1 star
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Colleges

Orange County Community College
3 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Beauty School of Middletown
4 miles, SW • 1 star
Uta Mesivta of Kiryas Joel
16 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Orange Regional Medical Center
3 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Anthony Community Hospital
15 miles, S • 3.2 star
Bon Secours Community Hospital
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
46 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
56 miles, S • 4.6 star
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