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Colonie, New York, in Albany county, is 6 miles NW of Albany, New York (center to center) and 137 miles N of New York, New York. Part of the surrounding Albany - Schenectady - Troy metro area, the village is not an isolated village. Colonie is home to some 7,916 residents.
In Colonie, about 58% of adults are married.
In 2000, Colonie had a median family income of $63,822.
John Kerry was the top money-getter ($202) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Colonie. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.
According to the 2000 census, 83% of the housing in Colonie was owner-occupied.
In Colonie, 96% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the village let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).
Comparing Colonie to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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| Age of the Population |  | |
| Well-Paid Single Women |  |  |
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| Male Share of the Population |  | |
| Racial Diversity | | |
| Female Share of the Population |  | |
| Children Under 5 Years Old |  | |
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| Portion of People Married | | |
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| People in Middle Class or Better | | |
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| Median Family Income | | |
| College Educated Adults | | |
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| Short Commute Times | | |
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| Walking and Biking to Work |  | |
| Working at Home | | |
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| Housing Recently Built |  | |
| People Living Alone | | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes | | |
| Seasonal and Vacation Housing | | |
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| Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals | | |
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