Waterford 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 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 10/10
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
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
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
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
8,198 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,361 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$270,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$690 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$953 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 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 46% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (46%) 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 18 21
Feb 2 13 24
Mar 3 12 32
Apr 3 4 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 59
Oct 4 1 48
Nov 4 4 38
Dec 3 14 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

St Mary's School
<1 miles, S
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Colleges

Russell Sage College
5 miles, SW · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Samaritan Hospital
5 miles, S · 2.3star
Albany Memorial Hospital
10 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
7 miles, W · 1.9star
Bradley International Airport
79 miles, S · 2.8star
Worcester Regional Airport
99 miles, SE · 1star
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