Cambridge, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,341 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
33.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,805 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$184,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$783 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$998 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
1
Glens Falls 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

Washington County
1
Glens Falls Metro Area
2
New York
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (46%) Conservative

Climate

Warm-summer continental climate. Warm summers and cold winters with substantial seasonal variation. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 23 20
Feb 3 16 23
Mar 4 14 32
Apr 4 3 44
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 68
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 0 47
Nov 4 4 38
Dec 4 17 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Cambridge Elementary School
<1 miles, S · 3.2star
Greenwich Elementary School
7 miles, NW · 2.8star
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Colleges

Bennington College
10 miles, S · 1.4star
Southern Vermont College
14 miles, S · 1.9star
SUNY Empire State College
20 miles, NW · 1.9star
Skidmore College
21 miles, NW · 3.2star
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Hospitals

Saratoga Hospital
21 miles, NW · 4.1star
Glens Falls Hospital
24 miles, N · 2.3star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
29 miles, W · 1.9star
Bradley International Airport
83 miles, S · 2.8star
Worcester Regional Airport
93 miles, SE · 1star
Manchester Airport
99 miles, SE · 1.4star
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