Chatham, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
1,594 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
46.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$306,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$789 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$951 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
2
Hudson Urban 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

Columbia County
2
Hudson Urban Area
2
New York
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 50% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (41%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 13 21
Feb 3 10 24
Mar 4 7 33
Apr 4 2 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 5 0 48
Nov 4 2 38
Dec 3 10 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Chatham Middle School
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Mary E Dardess Elementary School
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Chatham High School
<1 miles, W · 4.6star
Ichabod Crane Middle School
6 miles, N · 2.8star
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Colleges

Bard College at Simon's Rock
15 miles, SE · 1.4star
Berkshire Community College
16 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Columbia Memorial Hospital
12 miles, W · 1.4star
Fairview Hospital
16 miles, S · 5star
Berkshire Medical Center
19 miles, E · 2.3star
Albany Medical Center Hospital
22 miles, N · 1.4star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
29 miles, N · 1.9star
Bradley International Airport
55 miles, SE · 2.8star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
84 miles, S · 1star
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