Watervliet, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
10,285 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
44.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,897 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$928 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Albany County
4
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

Albany County
5
Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro Area
4
New York
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 57% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (58%) (36%) 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 16 22
Feb 2 12 25
Mar 3 10 33
Apr 3 3 45
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 1 49
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 3 14 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Watervliet Elementary School
<1 miles, N · 1.9star
Carroll Hill School
2 miles, SE · 1.4star
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Colleges

Russell Sage College
<1 miles, E · 2.8star
Hudson Valley Community College
2 miles, S · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Samaritan Hospital
2 miles, E · 2.3star
Albany Memorial Hospital
4 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
5 miles, NW · 1.9star
Bradley International Airport
75 miles, S · 2.8star
Worcester Regional Airport
98 miles, SE · 1star
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