Westmere, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
6/10
local_library
Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
7,616
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
48.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$86,398
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$291,200
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$780
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,427
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.2%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Albany County
4
Albany-Schenectady-Troy 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
Albany County
5
Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
4
New York
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 16 | 22 |
| Feb | 2 | 12 | 25 |
| Mar | 3 | 10 | 33 |
| Apr | 3 | 3 | 46 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 57 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 60 |
| Oct | 4 | 1 | 49 |
| Nov | 3 | 3 | 39 |
| Dec | 3 | 13 | 28 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.
Liberal (62%) (32%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 31%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 20, NY State Senate District 46, NY Assembly District 109, NYSchools
Westmere Elementary School
<1 miles, SE
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4.1
Farnsworth Middle School
1 miles, NW
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3.7
Guilderland Elementary School
2 miles, NW
•
3.7
Tech Valley High School
2 miles, E
Colleges
Excelsior College
1 miles, NE
SUNY at Albany
2 miles, SE
•
3.2
Bryant & Stratton College-Albany
3 miles, E
•
1.4
The New School Center for Media
4 miles, E
•
1.4
Hospitals
St Peter's Hospital
4 miles, SE
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2.3
Capital District Psych Center
5 miles, SE
Albany Medical Center Hospital
6 miles, SE
•
1.4
Albany Memorial Hospital
6 miles, SE
•
2.3
Airports
Albany International Airport
6 miles, NE
•
1.9
Bradley International Airport
80 miles, SE
•
2.8
New York Stewart International Airport
83 miles, SW
•
1
Worcester Regional Airport
106 miles, SE
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1