Watkins Glen, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
1,712 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
38.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,279 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$200,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$754 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuyler County
1
New York
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Schuyler County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 17 22
Feb 2 13 25
Mar 3 11 32
Apr 3 3 44
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 3 0 48
Nov 3 4 38
Dec 2 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Watkins Glen Central High School
<1 miles, S • 3.7 star
Watkins Glen Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Ithaca College
19 miles, E • 3.2 star
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
19 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Corning Hospital
18 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca
18 miles, E • 2.3 star
Arnot Ogden Medical Center
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Elmira-Corning Regional Airport
15 miles, SW • 1 star
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport
22 miles, E • 1 star
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