Clifton Park Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
37,996 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$130,435 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$371,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$806 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,201 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Saratoga County
1
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

Saratoga County
2
Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
4
New York
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (48%) (45%) 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 20 20
Feb 2 14 24
Mar 3 13 32
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 55
Jun 4 0 64
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 67
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 3 4 38
Dec 3 16 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Skano Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 4.1star
Tesago Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
Koda Middle School
<1 miles, E · 4.1star
Orenda Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 4.1star
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Colleges

Belanger School of Nursing
6 miles, W · 2.8star
Union College
6 miles, W · 4.1star
Modern Welding School
7 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Ellis Hospital
6 miles, W · 1.4star
Samaritan Hospital
12 miles, S · 2.3star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
8 miles, S · 1.9star
Bradley International Airport
86 miles, S · 2.8star
Worcester Regional Airport
107 miles, SE · 1star
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