Westport, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
250 332.4M (US)
Median Age
61.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
28.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,214 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
60.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
50 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$131,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$271 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$675 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
39.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Essex 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

Essex County
1
New York
3
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 21 16
Feb 2 19 19
Mar 3 16 27
Apr 3 5 41
May 4 0 54
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 67
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 46
Nov 4 8 35
Dec 3 20 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (53%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 49%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 45, NY Assembly District 114, NY
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Schools

Westport Central School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Elizabethtown-Lewis Central School
8 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Middlebury College
18 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Champlain College
23 miles, NE • 2.3 star
University of Vermont
23 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Porter Hospital, Inc
18 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
24 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Albany International Airport
101 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Ogdensburg International Airport
106 miles, NW • 1 star
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