Westmere, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
7,616 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$86,398 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$291,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$780 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,427 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.2% 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 61% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (32%) 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 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 70
Aug 4 0 68
Sep 3 0 60
Oct 4 1 49
Nov 3 3 39
Dec 3 13 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Westmere Elementary School
<1 miles, SE · 4.1star
Farnsworth Middle School
1 miles, NW · 3.7star
Guilderland Elementary School
2 miles, NW · 3.7star
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Colleges

SUNY at Albany
2 miles, SE · 3.2star
The New School Center for Media
4 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

St Peter's Hospital
4 miles, SE · 2.3star
Albany Medical Center Hospital
6 miles, SE · 1.4star
Albany Memorial Hospital
6 miles, SE · 2.3star
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Airports

Albany International Airport
6 miles, NE · 1.9star
Bradley International Airport
80 miles, SE · 2.8star
Worcester Regional Airport
106 miles, SE · 1star
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