Glens Falls, New York

Glens Falls, New York

Glens Falls, New York, in Warren county, is 37 miles NE of Schenectady, New York (center to center) and 146 miles NW of Boston, Massachusetts. There are an estimated 14,354 people in the city.

The People and Families of Glens Falls

In Glens Falls, about 42% of adults are married. In Glens Falls, lots of people live on their own. Though there are lots of families, the city isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Glens Falls had a median family income of $42,266.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, John Kerry was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($4,786) in Glens Falls. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Glens Falls Housing

Approximately 49% of housing in Glens Falls is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the city than you'll find in other cities. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in Glens Falls.

Commuting

In Glens Falls, 89% of commuters drive to work. The city is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike. The commute to work is less of a chore in Glens Falls than other cities.

High Points

Glens Falls strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

Category	Trophy
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 9%
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 12%

Comparative Profile of Glens Falls, NY

Comparing Glens Falls to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Male Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Well-Paid Single Men
Age of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Glens Falls Almanac

Glens Falls Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Glens Falls Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Glens Falls residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Glens Falls, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Glens Falls Hospitals

GLENS FALLS HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Other)
100 PARK STREET
(518) 792-3151
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Glens Falls

Glens Falls High Schools (2004)

GLENS FALLS SHS
10 QUADE ST
518-792-6564
Serves 877 students.

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