Northeast
Capital of New York with historic charm, low-key government town.
Historic trends & YoY changes
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Diversity index: 0.63/100
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School Rating
7/10
Based on public school performance, graduation rates, and college readiness.
Walk, Transit & Bike scores out of 100 (higher = more accessible). School rating out of 10.
Sun days scaled ÷10 for readability.
Lower is safer (US avg ≈ 22 violent / 35 property).
100 = US national average. Near average.
Prime months
Jun–Jul–Aug–Sep
Summers average 82°F, winters 24°F. moderate rainfall; often overcast.
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