Russell Town, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,727 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,283 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$105,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$474 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$560 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Lawrence County
1
Massena-Ogdensburg Urban Area
1
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Lawrence County
1
Massena-Ogdensburg Urban Area
1
New York
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (44%) 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 2 21 15
Feb 2 18 17
Mar 2 14 26
Apr 3 5 41
May 3 0 53
Jun 4 0 61
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 64
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 45
Nov 4 7 34
Dec 3 20 22

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Edwards-Knox Elementary School
4 miles, W · 1.4star
Hermon-Dekalb Central School
10 miles, NW · 2.3star
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Colleges

St Lawrence University
13 miles, N · 3.2star
Clarkson University
19 miles, NE · 4.6star
SUNY College at Potsdam
20 miles, NE · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Gouverneur Hospital
17 miles, W · 4.1star
Canton-Potsdam Hospital
20 miles, NE · 4.1star
Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center
27 miles, N · 4.1star
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Airports

Burlington International Airport
98 miles, E · 1.4star
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