Rensselaer, NY
New York · Rensselaer County · Albany-Schenectady-Troy Metro
Rensselaer is a small city in New York with a population of 9,247. Residents earn $66,046 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Rensselaer Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Economy
B+Housing
A+Crime
FHealth
Climate
Education
BCommunity
Is Rensselaer a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Rensselaer receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Rensselaer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Rensselaer is $66,046, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Rensselaer is $202,600, 28% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,180 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Rensselaer is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,535 per 100,000, 22% below the national average.
Education
26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Rensselaer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Rensselaer vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Rensselaer vs U.S. Average
Income: Rensselaer vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,046 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,123 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,515 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,866 |
| Gini Index | 0.423 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.0% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,500 |
| County GDP | $15,508M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 374 |
| Healthcare | 371 |
| Retail | 437 |
| Manufacturing | 102 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,520 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 107.90 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 65.8% |
| Public Transit | 5.5% |
| Work from Home | 12.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $202,600 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $300,123 |
| Median List Price | $232,400 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $232,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $144 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.4% |
| Price Drops | 22.2% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,180 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,916 |
| Rent Burden | 26.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,217 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,417 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,702 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,041 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,253 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 44.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 55.1% |
| Housing Units | 4,942 |
| Median Year Built | 1967 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,520 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.71% |
Health Metrics: Rensselaer vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Cancer | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.7% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
| Short Sleep | 43.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.3% |
| Uninsured | 7.2% |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,081 |
| Dentists | 1:2,422 |
| Mental Health | 1:478 |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Dental Visits | 59.4% |
| Premature Death | 7,122/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 371 |
Crime Rates: Rensselaer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 146.2/100K |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 10.4/100K |
| Assault | 135.8/100K |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,535.3/100K |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 302.9/100K |
| Theft | 1,107.1/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 125.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Traffic Accidents | 670 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 110 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,917/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6457°N, 73.7325°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Rensselaer County County |
| Nearest Airport | Albany International (ALB) 8 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 82.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 34.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 87.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | No Rating |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | No Rating |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26°F (-4°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 35°F (2°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 40°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.8 in |
Rensselaer has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 25°F in February to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.2").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 1.4 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Traffic Accidents | 670 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.5% |
| 21% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 8.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.33 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro / 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 2,917/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.5 sq mi |
| County | Rensselaer County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 89.0% |
| Avg Download Speed | 168.6 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 26.5 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 23 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 23 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 371 |
| Restaurants | 374 |
| Retail Stores | 437 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 23.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 65.8% |
| Public Transit | 5.5% |
| Work from Home | 12.4% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $270 ($162–$432) |
| Specialist Visit | $378 ($216–$593) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $216 ($108–$378) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,374 ($863–$5,395) |
| Dental Cleaning | $140 ($81–$216) |
| Dental Filling | $270 ($162–$432) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $49 ($27–$81) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $81 ($54–$129) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $324 ($162–$540) |
| Tire Rotation | $43 ($22–$81) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $647 ($432–$1,079) |
| Battery Replacement | $216 ($108–$378) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $108 ($65–$162) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $97 ($54–$151) |
| HVAC Repair | $432 ($162–$863) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,553 ($4,316–$12,948) |
| Roof Repair | $1,079 ($432–$2,158) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,711 ($5,935–$16,185) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,619 ($540–$3,777) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,185 ($5,395–$32,370) |
| DUI Defense | $5,395 ($2,158–$10,790) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,619 ($863–$3,237) |
| Will Preparation | $540 ($216–$1,079) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,698 ($1,079–$5,395) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $27 ($16–$49) |
| Women's Haircut | $59 ($32–$108) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $162 ($81–$270) |
| Manicure | $27 ($16–$49) |
| Pedicure | $43 ($27–$70) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $86 ($54–$140) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.42 ($3.24–$5.93) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.78 ($2.70–$5.40) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.10 ($2.70–$5.93) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.86 ($3.24–$7.01) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.93 ($4.32–$8.09) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.08 ($0.65–$1.94) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $151 ($86–$270) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $76 ($32–$162) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $76 ($43–$129) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $76 ($43–$108) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $70 ($32–$108) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $92 ($54–$162) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $216 ($81–$540) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,158 ($1,295–$3,777) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $76 ($32–$140) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.63–$27) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $108 ($32–$270) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32 ($16–$81) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,295 ($647–$2,698) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,079 ($540–$2,158) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $432 ($216–$755) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $54 ($27–$108) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,079 ($432–$2,698) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,488 ($5,395–$32,370) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $65 ($32–$108) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $108 ($54–$216) |
| Dog Grooming | $65 ($32–$108) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $43 ($22–$81) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $324 ($162–$540) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $216 ($108–$432) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,251 |
| Toddler | $1,191 |
| Preschool | $1,104 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $866 |
| Toddler | $866 |
| Preschool | $857 |
Top Industries in Rensselaer County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 7,591 | 318 | $56,787 | 0.93 |
| Manufacturing | 7,007 | 107 | $162,823 | 1.50 |
| Retail Trade | 5,682 | 427 | $38,894 | 1.00 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 4,286 | 320 | $27,903 | 0.83 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4,140 | 57 | $67,567 | 1.72 |
| Construction | 2,871 | 396 | $87,388 | 0.96 |
| Educational Services | 2,798 | 52 | $77,979 | 2.38 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 2,568 | 345 | $111,537 | 0.65 |
| Other Services | 1,820 | 329 | $45,456 | 1.06 |
| Finance & Insurance | 1,261 | 124 | $84,968 | 0.55 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 1,045 | 204 | $60,133 | 0.31 |
| Information & Technology | 508 | 72 | $97,160 | 0.48 |
| Real Estate | 492 | 93 | $60,272 | 0.56 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 458 | 40 | $26,550 | 0.48 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 440 | 58 | $45,320 | 0.96 |
| Management of Companies | 272 | 18 | $100,267 | 0.28 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 266 | 8 | $97,823 | 1.24 |
| Unclassified | 152 | 215 | $42,615 | 1.92 |
Schools in Rensselaer
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RENSSELAER JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | High | 522 | 48 | 10.9:1 |
| VAN RENSSELAER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 493 | 31 | 15.9:1 |
| RED MILL SCHOOL | Elementary | 456 | 41 | 11.1:1 |
Radio Stations near Rensselaer
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WCRB | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 98.5 The Cat | — | AAC | |
| WBCR-LP | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| ElectroMagnetic Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| WCDB Albany 90.9 FM | 24/7, albany | MP3 | |
| WRUC 89.7FM | college, college radio | AAC+ 320 kbps |
National Parks Near Rensselaer
84 national parks and monuments found near Rensselaer.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Above All State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Balance Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bash Bish Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bates Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bristol Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Burr Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| C.M. Gardner State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Campbell Falls State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Cherry Plain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clarksburg State Park | State Park | Free |
| Coltsville National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Deer Hill State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Dennis Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| East Mountain State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Emerald Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fisher-Scott Memorial Pines Natural Area | State Park | Free |
| Fountain Pond Park | State Park | Free |
| Franny Reese Preserve State Park | State Park | Free |
| Franny Reese State Park | State Park | Free |
| Grafton Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haystack Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Home Of Franklin D Roosevelt National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $15 |
| Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Housatonic Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hudson River Islands State Park | State Park | Free |
| Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Ivy Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jamaica State Park | State Park | Free |
| James Baird State Park | State Park | Free |
| John A. Minetto State Park | State Park | Free |
| John Boyd Thacher State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kent Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kent Falls State Park, Leased To Sloane-stanley M* | State Park | Free |
| Lake Lauderdale Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake St. Catherine State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Taghkanic State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Waramaug State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lock 6 State Canal Park | State Park | Free |
| Lock 9 State Canal Park | State Park | Free |
| Lowell Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Macedonia Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Margaret Lewis Norrie State Park | State Park | Free |
| Martin Van Buren National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Max V. Shaul State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mine Kill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mohawk River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Molly Stark State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moreau Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Bushnell State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Mount Everett State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mount Greylock State Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Mount Riga State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Park | State Park | Free |
| Natural Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| New York State Lands | State Park | Free |
| Ogden Mills and Ruth Livingston Mills Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Peebles Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Penwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Quiet Cove Riverfront Park | State Park | Free |
| Rensselaer Riverfront Park | State Park | Free |
| Saratoga National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| Saratoga Spa State Park | State Park | Free |
| Schodack Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sefcovic | State Park | Free |
| Shaftsbury State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sojourner Truth State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stillwater Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stratton Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunny Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Taconic State Park | State Park | Free |
| Taconic State Park | State Park | Free |
| Taconic Trail State Park | State Park | Free |
| Talcott Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Thomas Cole National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $15 |
| Wadhams Grove State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wahconah Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Western Gateway Heritage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Woodford State Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Rensselaer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIRSCH OBSERVATORY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 5182766000 | $484,049,837 | |
| YATES GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $149,146,975 | ||
| ESTHER MASSRY GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $117,863,513 | ||
| LITTLE GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5182442000 | $72,202,752 | |
| OPALKA GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | 5182442000 | $72,202,752 | |
| NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184742997 | $11,975,731 | |
| ALBANY INSTITUTE OF HISTORY AND ART | ART MUSEUM | 5184634478 | $1,847,719 | |
| CAPITAL DISTRICT COMMUNITY GARDENS | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 5182748685 | $1,560,023 | |
| PRESERVATION LEAGUE OF NEW YORK STATE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184625658 | $1,241,709 | |
| ARTS CENTER OF THE CAPITAL REG | ART MUSEUM | 5182730552 | $1,141,235 | |
| CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 250 JORDAN RD | 5182352120 | $1,082,255 |
| SCHENECTADY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | $924,564 | ||
| SCHENECTADY COUNTY HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5183740263 | $790,131 | |
| NEW YORK STATE ARCHIVES | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $755,268 | ||
| DESTROYER ESCORT HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 141 BROADWAY | 5184311943 | $612,925 |
| HISTORIC CHERRY HILL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184344791 | $507,654 | |
| GREENWAY HERITAGE CONSERVANCY HRV | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | $498,992 | ||
| RENSSELAER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5182733400 | $434,896 | |
| SCOTIA GLENVILLE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 5183461764 | $310,534 | |
| HISTORIC ALBANY FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184650876 | $258,141 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE COURTS OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184557740 | $250,014 | |
| SHAKER HERITAGE SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 25 MEETING HOUSE ROAD | 5184567890 | $198,143 |
| SHAKER SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2079264597 | $198,143 | |
| EMPIRE STATE AEROSCIENCE MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 250 RUDY CHASE DR | 5183772191 | $156,701 |
| EMPIRE STATE AEROSCIENCES MUSEUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 5183772191 | $156,701 | |
| HUDSON MOHAWK INDUSTRIAL GATEWAY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5182745267 | $139,738 | |
| IRISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5184326598 | $138,482 | |
| ALBANY COUNTY HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184369826 | $129,034 | |
| SAND LAKE CENTER FOR THE ARTS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 2880 NEW YORK 43 | 5186742007 | $127,422 |
| GRAND STREET COMMUNITY ARTS | ART MUSEUM | 5184330679 | $76,243 | |
| AMERICAN ITALIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5184351979 | $72,925 | |
| WATERFORD HISTORICAL MUSEUM & CULTURAL CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | 2 MUSEUM LN | 5182380809 | $67,056 |
| UNDERGROUND RAILROAD HISTORY PROJECT | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5184324432 | $60,563 | |
| ALCO HISTORICAL & TECHNICAL SOCIETY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 1910 MAXON RD EXT | 5183744628 | $49,741 |
| WEARE C. LITTLE MEMORIAL PARK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $46,006 | ||
| WASHINGTON PARK | HISTORY MUSEUM | 5182746434 | $32,652 | |
| WATERFORD MARITIME HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5182373139 | $3,496 | |
| CHALLENGER LEARNING CENTER OF THE GREATER CAPITAL REGION | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | $3,251 | ||
| NEW YORK STATE MUSEUM INSTITUTE CULTURAL EDUCATION CENTER | HISTORY MUSEUM | $1,104 | ||
| 125TH NEW YORK REGIMENTAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| ALBANY PINE BUSH DISCOVERY CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 195 NEW KARNER RD | 5184560655 | |
| ALCOVE PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| BETHLEHEM HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5187679432 | ||
| BRIDGE LINE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5183996091 | ||
| BRUNSWICK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 605 OLD BRUNSWICK ROAD | 5182794024 | |
| CLARKSVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5187682940 | ||
| CNSE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 250 JORDAN ROAD | ||
| COLUMBIA COUNTY MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5187589265 | ||
| CRAILO STATE HSITORIC SITE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 9 RIVERSIDE AVE | 5184638738 | |
| DESTROYER ESCORT HISTORICAL | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184311943 | ||
| EMPIRE STATE PLAZA ART COLLECTIONS | ART MUSEUM | 2978 CORNING TOWER ESP | 5184737521 | |
| FIELD RESEARCH AND SCIENTIFIC STUDIES | NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM | |||
| GUILDERLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 451 RT 146 | 6079375281 | |
| HALFMOON HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5183717410 | ||
| HALL OF HISTORY | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| HISTORIC GROOMS TAVERN | HISTORY MUSEUM | 290 SUGARHILL RD | 5183716667 | |
| HISTORIC PRESERVATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5182378643 | ||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF EARLY AMERICAN DECORATING | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8663047323 | ||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF ESQUATAK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF OLIVE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| INSTITUTE FOR SPACE OBSERVATIONS | GENERAL MUSEUM | 222 SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON STREET | 3096867000 | |
| INTERNATIONAL GUITAR MUSEUM AND HALL OF FAME | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| JEWISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF NORTHEASTERN NEW YORK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| LALLY DIGITAL DOME & PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 250 JORDAN ROAD | ||
| LANSINGBURGH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 2 114TH ST | 5182353501 | |
| LITTLE RED SCHOOL HOUSE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | STATE ROUTE 143 | ||
| MISCI | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 15 NOTT TERRACE HEIGHTS | ||
| MUSEUM OF PRINTS AND PRINTMAKING | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5194494756 | ||
| NEW SCOTLAND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7 THE OLD RD | ||
| NEW SCOTLAND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7 OLD NEW SALEM ROAD | ||
| NEW YORK STATE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5184745877 | ||
| NORTH CHATHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5187663211 | ||
| PENN CENTRAL RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PINE HOLLOW ARBORETUM | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | |||
| PITTSTOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| RAVENA COEYMANS HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 15 MOUNTAIN ROAD | 5187568933 | |
| RED ROCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| RIDERS MILLS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5187947146 | ||
| SAND LAKE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SCHENECTADY MUSEUM AMATEUR RADIO ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 15 NOTT TERRACE HEIGHTS | 5183827890 | |
| SCHOOLCRAFT CULTURAL CENTER | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| SCHUYLER MANSION HISTORIC SITE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184340834 | ||
| SPINDLE CITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 58 REMSEN STREET | ||
| STEWART HOUSE | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| SUITS-BUECHE PLANETARIUM | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 15 NOTT TERRACE HEIGHTS | ||
| TEACHING GALLERY AT HUDSON VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE | ART MUSEUM | 5186298006 | ||
| TEN BROECK MANSION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5184369826 | ||
| THEATER HERITAGE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| UNIVERSITY ART MUSEUM | ART MUSEUM | |||
| WORLD WAR II HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION |
Libraries in Rensselaer
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCHENECTADY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 99 CLINTON STREET | 0.0 | 1,132,800 | |||
| ALBANY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 161 WASHINGTON AVENUE | 0.0 | 890,421 | |||
| CLIFTON PARK-HALFMOON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 475 MOE ROAD | 0.0 | 421,667 | |||
| BETHLEHEM PUBLIC LIBRARY | 451 DELAWARE AVENUE | 0.0 | 385,962 | |||
| WILLIAM K SANFORD TOWN LIBRARY | 629 ALBANY SHAKER ROAD | 0.0 | 297,323 | |||
| GUILDERLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY | 2228 WESTERN AVENUE | 0.0 | 217,676 | |||
| EAST GREENBUSH COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 10 COMMUNITY WAY | 0.0 | 202,338 | |||
| TROY PUBLIC LIBRARY | 100 SECOND STREET | 0.0 | 81,128 | |||
| COHOES PUBLIC LIBRARY | 169 MOHAWK STREET | 0.0 | 70,412 | |||
| VOORHEESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 51 SCHOOL ROAD | 0.0 | 53,904 | |||
| RCS COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 95 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 45,240 | |||
| NORTH GREENBUSH PUBLIC LIBRARY | 141 MAIN AVENUE | 0.0 | 45,200 | |||
| WATERFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 117 THIRD STREET | 0.0 | 35,956 | |||
| RENSSELAER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 676 EAST STREET | 0.0 | 24,960 | |||
| SAND LAKE TOWN LIBRARY | 8428 MILLER HILL ROAD | 0.0 | 21,003 | |||
| BRUNSWICK COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 4118 STATE HIGHWAY 2 | 0.0 | 16,172 | |||
| WATERVLIET PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1501 BROADWAY | 0.0 | 14,976 | |||
| CASTLETON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 85 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 11,908 | |||
| MENANDS PUBLIC LIBRARY | 4 NORTH LYONS AVENUE | 0.0 | 10,900 | |||
| VALATIE FREE LIBRARY | 3203 CHURCH STREET | 0.0 | 10,272 | |||
| POESTENKILL LIBRARY | 9 PLANK ROAD | 0.0 | 9,850 | |||
| NASSAU FREE LIBRARY | 18 CHURCH STREET | 0.0 | 9,748 | |||
| NORTH CHATHAM FREE LIBRARY | 4286 STATE ROUTE 203 | 0.0 | 8,270 |
Farmers Markets in Rensselaer
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunswick Farmers Market | 18 Keyes Lane | June to August | Tue:5:00 PM - 8:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Capital District Farmers Market in Menands | 381 Broadway (Route 32) | Visit | |||
| Capital District Physicians' Health Plan Farmers Market | 500 Patroon Creek Blvd | 05/29/2014 to 10/02/2014 | Thu: 11:00 AM-1:30 PM; | Visit | |
| Clifton Park Farmers' Market | 971 Route 146, Shenendehowa United Methodist Church parking lot | 06/04/2018 to 10/29/2018 | Mon: 2:00 PM-5:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Cohoes Farmers' Market | 185 Remsen Street | June to October | Fri:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Cooperative Community Food Compact, Inc. | 42 Church Street | January to December | Wed:4:00 PM - 7:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Delmar Farmers Market | 332 Kenwood Ave | 05/05/2018 to 12/22/2018 | Sun: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| East Greenbush Library & YMCA Farmers Market | Between 10 and 20 Community Way in parking lot | 06/13/2018 to 10/03/2018 | Wed: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Empire State Plaza Farmers Market | Empire State Plaza | May to October | Wed:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM;Fri:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Farm to Preschool Market: Mercy Cares for Kids | 310 S. Manning Blvd | 06/12/2019 to 09/25/2019 | Wed: 3:30 PM-5:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Farmers Market at the Crossings | Crossings Park of Colonie, Albany-Shaker Rd, across from Emerick Lane | ||||
| Farmers Market in Menands | 381 Broadway | Visit | |||
| Glenmont/ Mt Moriah Church Farmer's Market | Mt. Moriah Church, across from Lowes 262 Route 9W, Glenmont | ||||
| Harriman State Campus Farmers Market | Harriman State Office Campus, Vendor Park, 1220 Washington Ave, | May to October | Fri:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Kinderhook Farmers Market | village green green st. | June to September | Sat:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; | Yes | |
| North Greenbush Farmers Market | 95 Williams Rd. | 06/13/2013 to 09/12/2013 | Thu: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM; | ||
| Poestenkill Farmers Market | 38 Davis Drive | 06/16/2018 to 09/29/2018 | Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Rensselaer County Farmers Market | Twin Town Little League Field, Williams Rd | ||||
| Sage College Farmers Market | Sage College, New Scotland Rd, Albany | Visit | |||
| SCFB UPPER UNION STREET | WOODLAND MUNICAPAL PARKING LOT | 06/01/2016 to 10/29/2016 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:30 PM; | ||
| Schaghticoke Farmers Market | 290 Northline Drive | ||||
| Schenectady County Farm Bureau Farmers Market | COLDWELL &BANKERS PARKING LOT | 05/04/2013 to 11/02/2013 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:30 PM; | ||
| Schenectady Greenmarket | (Nov - April) 432 State Street / (May - Oct) 105 Jay Street | 01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014 | Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Schenectady St. Luke's Church Farmers Market | 1241 State Street | 06/10/2014 to 10/28/2014 | Tue: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Troy Waterfront Farmers Market | River Street at Monument Square | 05/06/2017 to 10/28/2017 | Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Tuesday Delmar Farmers Market (Capital District Farmers Market Assoc.) | 428 Kenwood Avenue | 05/05/2015 to 11/24/2015 | Tue: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM; | ||
| Voorheesville Farmers Market | 68 Maple Ave. | 06/19/2019 to 10/02/2019 | Wed: 3:30 PM-6:30 PM; | ||
| Waterford Harbor Farmers Market | Waterford Harbor Promenade, in front of Visitors Center, 1 Tugboat Alley | Visit | |||
| Watervliet Farmers Market | Hudson Shores Park | ||||
| Whitehall Road Farmers Market | Jewish Community Center, Whitehall Road, Albany | Visit |
Hotels in Rensselaer
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rensselaer
97 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rensselaer
20 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Rensselaer
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rensselaer
11 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rensselaer
13 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Rensselaer
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rensselaer
9 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rensselaer
5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rensselaer
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rensselaer
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rensselaer
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rensselaer
16 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rensselaer
25 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rensselaer
6 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rensselaer
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Pump Station | Bars, American Restaurants, Caterers, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries, Beer & Ale | 19 Quackenbush Sq | 5184479000, 5183965460 | Visit |
| Boegong's Alehouse | NY">Brewery, NY>Brewery | 61 Louise St | ||
| Brown's Brewing Company | Restaurant, Brewery, Gastropub, and Pub, Pub, Gastropub, Brewery | 417 River St | 5182732337 | Visit |
| Duffy's Lucky Charm | Bars, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Irish Restaurants, Bar & Grills | 766 Clinton Ave | 5184530859 | |
| Fred Tibbitts | Wineries, Brewers, Wholesale Foods | 13 Dutch Vlg | 5184260262 | |
| Half Way House Tavern | Bars & Clubs, Bars / Taverns, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & B | 26 Main St | 5187569720 | |
| Hammersmith Home Brew Supplies | Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services | 883 New Loudon Rd | ||
| Nine Pin Ciderworks, Nine Pin Cider Works | Other Food & Drink, Tourist Information & Attractions, Brewery and Distillery, Restaurants, Food & D | 929 Broadway | 5184499999 | Visit |
| Rare Form Brewing Company | Liquor & Beer Manufacturers, Brewery | 90 Congress St | 5183264303, 5183262459 | Visit |
| Scoreboard Saloon The | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, recre | 29 124th St | 5182351948 | |
| The Ruck | Bar, Burger Joint, and Wings Joint, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Night Clubs, Taverns, Bars, | 104 3rd St | 5182731872, 5182707825 | Visit |
| Washington Tavern | Bars & Clubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Albany, Restaurants & Bars, Bar Pine | 250 Western Ave | 5184270091 | Visit |
Ski Resorts Near Rensselaer
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunter Mountain | 55.0 | 13 | 975 | $68 | Unknown | — | — |
Nursing Homes in Rensselaer
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ROSEWOOD REHABILITATION & NURSING CENTER 284 TROY ROAD |
For profit - Corporation | 80 | 72 | 1/5 | — | 3/5 | 1/5 | 5182861621 |
Pharmacies in Rensselaer
4 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| PRICE CHOPPER - 111 | 501 COLUMBIA TURNPIKE | 518-479-4388 |
| RITE AID - 10686 | 305 COLUMBIA STREET | 518-434-0220 |
| TARGET | 625 3RD AVENUE EXTENSION | 518-283-2572 |
| WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1940 | 279 TROY ROAD | 518-283-3021 |
Daycare Centers in Rensselaer
21 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| A CHILD'S PLACE AT UNITY HOUSE 50 PHILIP ST. |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 434-0815 | OPEN |
| ACAP AT THE ALBANY PUBLIC LIBRARY 161 WASHINGTON AVENUE |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 250-4135 | OPEN |
| ALBANY CO OPP INC. / ANN KLOSE HEAD START 295 COLONIE STREET |
HEAD START — DCC | (518) 432-9622 | OPEN |
| ALBANY COUNTY OPPORTUNITY INC OLIVIA RORIE HEAD START 7 MORTON AVE |
HEAD START — DCC | (518) 462-5411 | OPEN |
| ALBANY COUNTY OPPORTUNITY, INC. AT MONROE STREET 25 MONROE STREET |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 463-0655 | OPEN |
| BLOOM AND GROW DAYCARE 706 BLOOMINGROVE DRIVE |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 852-8207 | OPEN |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB OF SOUTHERN RENSSELAER COUNTY 544 BROADWAY |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (518) 465-3403 EXT 1 | OPEN |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF THE CAPITAL AREA, INC. AT ARBOR HILL 1 ARBOR DR |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (518) 475-6625 | OPEN |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF THE CAPITAL AREA, INC. AT GIFFEN 274 SOUTH PEARL STREET |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (518) 462-7176 | OPEN |
| CDY - ALBANY AT ARBOR HILL ELEMENTARY 1 ARBOR DRIVE |
SCHOOL BASED — SACC | (518) 365-4014 | OPEN |
| CDY - ALBANY AT GIFFEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 274 SOUTH PEARL STREET |
SCHOOL BASED — SACC | (518) 365-3985 | OPEN |
| CEO AT RENSSELAER FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER 1641 3RD STREET |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 694-9915 | OPEN |
| CHILDREN'S PLACE AT THE PLAZA, INC. 2 S. SWAN ST. |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 473-7112 | OPEN |
| CHILDREN'S PLACE TOO - CRYSTAL ROOM 2 S. SWAN ST. |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 474-4736 | OPEN |
| CLUB FED CHILD CARE CENTER 11A CLINTON AVENUE |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 431-4338 | OPEN |
| ERNESTINA DICIOCCIO BILINGUAL DAY CARE CENTER 230 GREEN ST - 1ST FL |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 465-1145 | OPEN |
| KREATIVE KIDZ ZONE 204 SECOND STREET |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (518) 449-1521 | OPEN |
| THE CHILDRENI 1/2 S PLACE AT THE PLAZA, INC. 10 N HAWK ST |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 474-2918 | OPEN |
| TRINITY ALLIANCE OF THE CAPITAL REGION, INC. ARBOR HILL CENTER 47 LARK ST. |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (518) 463-1516 EXT 1 | OPEN |
| TRINITY CENTER 15 TRINITY PLACE |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (518) 449-5155 EXT 1 | OPEN |
| TRINITY NURSERY AND DAY CARE CENTER 215 LANCASTER ST |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (518) 436-4514 | OPEN |
EV Charging Stations in Rensselaer
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Target T1796 eVolve NY-Rensselaer | 621 3rd Ave Ext | Electrify America | 6 | J1772COMBO | public | |
| 81 Columbia Turnpike Garage | 81 Columbia Turnpike | AMPUP | 4 | J1772 | public | |
| CDTA DEFREESTVILLE | 649 Bloomingrove Dr | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| CDTA TRAIN STATION | 443 East St | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| DeLaet's 555-Two | 100 New Broadway | LIVINGSTON | 4 | J1772 | public | |
| East Greenbush Motor Vehicles | 225 Columbia Tpke | SWTCH | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Gil's Garage - Burnt Hills | 817 Saratoga Rd | LIVINGSTON | 6 | J1772 | public | |
| MARKET 32 EV MARKET 32 EG CH | 501 COLUMBIA PLAZA | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| MARKET 32 EV MARKET32 EV EG2 | 501 Columbia Turnpike | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| NOPPERS REPAIR NOPPERS EVSE1 | 323 Columbia Turnpike | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Partridge Hill Apartments | 5 Valley View Blvd | LIVINGSTON | 4 | J1772 | public | |
| REGENERON CHARGE # 1 | 401 Temple Ln | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| REGENERON CHARGE # 2 | 401 Temple Ln | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| Stonegate Apartments | 5000 Stonegate Dr | LIVINGSTON | 6 | J1772 | public | |
| Summit Senior Life - Eastwyck | 1 Eastwyck Cir | LIVINGSTON | 4 | J1772 | public | |
| SWTCH Energy Inc. | 225 Columbia Tpke | SWTCH | 2 | J1772 | public |
Cell Towers in Rensselaer
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| NYS Thruway Mile Marker B15 | TOWER | 60 |
| NYS Thruway Mile Market B11 | TOWER | 55 |
| 13800 ROUTE 9W (54776) | MTOWER | 47 |
| Caddy Road (95496) | GTOWER | 35 |
Fire Stations in Rensselaer
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton Heights Fire Department | 11 Hampton AVE | Volunteer | 518-465-3990 | ||
| Rensselaer Fire Department | 505 Broadway | Mostly volunteer | 518-463-2883 |
Power Plants Near Rensselaer
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RENSSELAER COGEN | NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE | 221112 | -73.8 | OP |
| EMPIRE GENERATING CO LLC | NATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE | 221112 | -73.8 | OP |
Bridges in Rensselaer
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 567 | 79,759 | F | |
| Truss (Deck) | Steel | 1968 | 1,797 | 72,262 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 320 | 46,740 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 295 | 46,740 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1967 | 190 | 46,740 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 289 | 42,538 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 2,191 | 42,071 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 2,182 | 38,280 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 320 | 35,394 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1967 | 301 | 35,394 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 175 | 34,219 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 175 | 32,530 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 2,278 | 32,372 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1969 | 1,516 | 31,748 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1969 | 985 | 31,748 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1969 | 789 | 31,748 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 2,286 | 26,255 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 92 | 23,104 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 92 | 21,900 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 1,534 | 21,184 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1968 | 223 | 16,924 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 75 | 15,968 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 1,311 | 15,321 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1980 | 452 | 13,116 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 1,719 | 12,062 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 1,854 | 10,976 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 1,504 | 9,229 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 689 | 8,492 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1969 | 678 | 8,492 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1940 | 27 | 8,317 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1976 | 69 | 8,188 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1976 | 69 | 8,188 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 705 | 7,460 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1929 | 704 | 7,011 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1971 | 704 | 6,726 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 305 | 6,515 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 1,698 | 6,412 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 92 | 6,165 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 699 | 5,993 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 250 | 5,872 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1940 | 30 | 5,788 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 200 | 5,541 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 499 | 5,310 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 1,848 | 5,036 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Concrete | 1969 | 834 | 4,645 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 1,850 | 4,195 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 845 | 4,023 | F | |
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel continuous | 1975 | 682 | 4,018 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 447 | 3,693 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 718 | 3,589 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 600 | 3,375 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 138 | 3,337 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 309 | 3,258 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete continuous | 2001 | 259 | 3,210 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1968 | 250 | 2,997 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 336 | 2,895 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1971 | 196 | 2,830 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1972 | 309 | 1,993 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 797 | 1,953 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 340 | 1,669 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1970 | 856 | 1,643 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 2,910 | 1,618 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1929 | 34 | 1,410 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1997 | 67 | 1,348 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1997 | 27 | 424 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1986 | 34 | 306 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1935 | 36 | 113 | P | |
| Culvert | Concrete continuous | 1900 | 47 | F | ||
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 2,310 | F | ||
| Frame | Concrete | 2023 | 50 | G | ||
| Girder/Floorbeam | Steel | 1968 | 223 | G | ||
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1973 | 74 | F | ||
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1972 | 2,310 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Rensselaer
3 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Albany-Rensselaer, NY | 525 East Street | TRAIN |
| Albany, NY | 737 Albany Shaker Road | BUS |
| Schenectady, NY | 332 Erie Boulevard | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Rensselaer
1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| SELKIRK COGENERATION PROJECT | 24 POWER PARK DR | ALBANY |
Airports Near Rensselaer
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Albany International Airport | ALB | Large Airport |
| Floyd Bennett Memorial Airport | GFL | Medium Airport |
| Schenectady County Airport | SCH | Medium Airport |
| Alexander Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Amsterdam Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Apex Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Archdale Meadows Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Argyle Airport | — | Small Airport |
| August Field | — | Small Airport |
| B Flat Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Baines Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Bengtsson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Heron Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Blueberry Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Catskill Valley Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Chapin Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cmelak Field | — | Small Airport |
| Columbia County Airport | HCC | Small Airport |
| Cross' Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Deer Run Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Duanesburg Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Equinox Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Freehold Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fulton County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Galway Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gar Field | — | Small Airport |
| Garnseys Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greenville-Rainbow Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greig Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Harriman and West Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hart Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Heber Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Hogan Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hulett Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Iwan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Jerry Phibbs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Johnson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kendalls Lndg Area Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kingston-Ulster Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klaverack Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Kline Kill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lewis Field | — | Small Airport |
| Mach Personal Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Mariaville Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Meerwarth Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mountain View Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Murphys Landing Strip | — | Small Airport |
| North Canaan Aviation Facilities Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Rensselaer
26 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Albany County Sherrif's Office | ||
| Albany Police Department | ||
| Bethlehem Police Department | ||
| Empire State Plaza New York State Police | ||
| GE Campus Security Station | ||
| Glenville Police Department | ||
| Green Island Police Department | ||
| HVCC Public Safety Office | ||
| Menands Village Police | ||
| Nassau Police Department | ||
| New York State Police | 8428 Miller Hill Road | |
| New York State Police Troop G | ||
| North Greenbush Police Dept. | ||
| Rensselaer Police Department | ||
| Russell Sage College Office of Public Safety | ||
| Schenectady County Sheriff | ||
| Siena College Public Safety Office (Haas) | ||
| Siena College Public Safety Office (Hines) | ||
| State Police | ||
| State Police | 2019 Indian Fields Road | |
| SUNY Schenectady County Community College Office of Campus Safety | ||
| Union College Campus Safety Department | ||
| University Heights Association Department of Public Safety | 130 New Scotland Avenue | |
| Waterford Police Department | ||
| Watervliet Police Department | ||
| West Pinebush Police Station |
Grocery Stores in Rensselaer
54 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 191 Imperial Mart Inc | Convenience Store | 191 Lark St |
| 24 HOUR ALBANY NEWS&GROC | Convenience Store | 8 Central Ave |
| 35 Top Ten Deli And Grocery Inc. | Convenience Store | 53 N Swan St |
| 367 Livingston Food Market Inc | Convenience Store | 367 Livingston Ave |
| Albanian Inc | Convenience Store | 219 S Pearl St |
| Albany County Farmers Market | Farmers and Markets | 51 S Pearl St |
| Albany NY Supermarket Inc | Grocery Store | 184 Henry Johnson Blvd |
| Allie B's Fresh Fruits And Vegetables | Specialty Store | 151 Clinton Ave |
| Boulevard Grocery | Convenience Store | 139 Henry Johnson Blvd |
| Brooklyn Grocery And Deli Inc | Convenience Store | 335 Clinton Ave |
| Central Deli & Grocery | Convenience Store | 20 Central Ave |
| Citgo | Convenience Store | 222 S Pearl St |
| CUMBERLAND FARMS 1524 | Convenience Store | 499 N Greenbush Rd |
| CVS Pharmacy 724 | Other | 560 N Greenbush Rd |
| D Coulson's | Convenience Store | 420 Broadway |
| Deli On Broadway Inc. | Other | 904 Broadway |
| DOLLAR TREE 1737 | Other | 600 N Greenbush Rd |
| El Pilon Market | Grocery Store | 179 S Pearl St |
| Empire State Plaza Farmers Market | Farmers and Markets | Empire State Plaza |
| Family Dollar 5656 | Other | 201 Henry Johnson Blvd |
| Grant Mart Inc. | Convenience Store | 145 Madison Ave |
| History Hill Inc./Lark Central Market | Grocery Store | 218 Lark St |
| Ida Yarbrough Convenience Supermarket Inc | Convenience Store | 260 N Pearl St |
| J & S Grocery Store Inc | Convenience Store | 203 Livingston Ave |
| K & S Deli Grocery | Convenience Store | 190 2nd Ave |
| La Grande Meat Market & Products Corp | Grocery Store | 80 Morton Ave |
| Lark Natural Foods | Grocery Store | 217 Lark St |
| Madison Deli Grocery Inc | Grocery Store | 130 Madison Ave |
| Market 32 by Price Chopper 54 | Supermarket | 104 Van Rensselaer Square |
| Metro 50 | Convenience Store | 50 Columbia St |
| Mingala Store Llc | Grocery Store | 42 Partition St |
| Nas Deli & Grocery | Convenience Store | 58 Morton Ave |
| Peacock | Convenience Store | 795 Broadway |
| Pearl Discount And Beauty | Convenience Store | 141 S Pearl St |
| Pearl Market | Grocery Store | 215 S Pearl St |
| Pearl Street Convenience Inc | Grocery Store | 51 S Pearl St |
| Plaza 23 Truck Stop | Convenience Store | 240 Church St |
| Quicky Mart Inc | Convenience Store | 149 2nd Ave |
| R & J Grocery & Deli Inc | Convenience Store | 277 Clinton Ave |
| Radix Ecological Sustainability Center | Farmers and Markets | 153 Grand St |
| Rensselaer One Stop Corp - Sunoco | Convenience Store | 9 3rd Ave |
| Rensselaer Riverfront Farmers Market | Farmers and Markets | 4 Broadway |
| Rensselaer Valuemart | Convenience Store | 1208 Washington Ave |
| Shorty Deli | Convenience Store | 515 S Pearl St |
| Solomon Deli Mart Inc | Convenience Store | 32 N Swan St |
| Steven Market | Convenience Store | 47 Washington St |
| STEWART'S SHOP 262 | Convenience Store | 12 Partition St |
| Stewart's Shops 494 | Convenience Store | 304 Troy Rd |
| Stewarts Shop 267 | Convenience Store | 204 Northern Blvd |
| Stewarts Shop 414 | Convenience Store | 536 N Greenbush Rd |
| TARGET 1796 | Super Store | 625 3rd Ave Ext |
| Walgreens 19535 | Other | 305 Columbia St |
| Walmart SUPERCENTER 1940 | Super Store | 279 Troy Rd |
| Washington Market | Convenience Store | 108 Lark St |
Post Offices in Rensselaer
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Capitol Building Post Office | |
| Empire State Plaza Post Office | |
| Hudson Avenue Post Office | 45 Hudson Avenue |
| Rensselaer Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Rensselaer
32 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 820 River Street Inc - Eleanor Young Clinic | Substance Abuse | 518-465-8034 x121 |
| Addictions Care Center of Albany Inc - Outpatient | Substance Abuse | 518-434-2367 x121 |
| Albany Cnty Dept for Children Yth Fam - Childrens Mental Health Services | Mental Health | 518-447-4550 |
| Albany County Dept of Mental Health - Adult Integrated Mental Health Clinic | Both | 518-447-4555 |
| Capital District Psychiatric Center - Schenectady Community Support Center | Mental Health | 518-374-3403 |
| Conifer Park - Outpatient Clinic | Substance Abuse | 518-274-5143 |
| Conifer Park Inc - Inpatient Rehabilitation | Substance Abuse | 518-399-6446 |
| Conifer Park Inc - Med Sup Withdrawal Inpatient | Substance Abuse | 518-399-6446 |
| Ellis Medicine - Ellis Child and Adolescent Trt Servs | Mental Health | 518-382-2290 |
| Ellis Medicine - Mental Health Clinic | Mental Health | 518-243-3300 |
| Ellis Medicine - PROS | Mental Health | 518-831-6960 |
| Hope House Inc - Elizabeth/Community Residential | Substance Abuse | 518-272-0206 x3304 |
| Hope House Inc - Next Step/Supportive Living | Substance Abuse | 518-486-8965 |
| Hospitality House TC Inc - Stabil Rehab | Substance Abuse | 518-434-6468 x106 |
| McCarty Avenue - Mens Stabil Rehab | Substance Abuse | 518-434-3083 x316 |
| Mens Recovery Program - Residential Reintegration | Substance Abuse | 518-468-2441 |
| New Choices Recovery Center - Methadone Clinic | Substance Abuse | 518-382-7838 x5 |
| New Choices Recovery Center - Outpatient Clinic | Substance Abuse | 518-346-4436 |
| New Choices Recovery Center - Outpatient Clinic 1 | Substance Abuse | 518-382-7838 |
| Northeast Parent/Child Society - Behavioral Health Center | Mental Health | 518-381-8911 |
| Saint Anne Institute | Mental Health | 518-437-6500 |
| Saint Catherines Center for Children - Copson House | Mental Health | 518-453-6700 |
| Saint Peters Addiction Recovery Center - (SPARC) | Substance Abuse | 518-783-5381 |
| Saint Peters Addiction Recovery Center - (SPARC)/Alcoholism Inpatient Rehab Ctr | Substance Abuse | 518-452-6700 |
| Saint Peters Hospital - Outpatient Residential | Substance Abuse | 518-449-5170 x1109 |
| Saint Peters Hospital City of Albany - Saint Peters Hospital Outpatient 2 | Substance Abuse | 518-357-2909 |
| Samaritan Hospital - Mental Health Outpatient Clinic | Both | 518-833-6481 |
| SPARC Halfway House - Residential Reintegration | Substance Abuse | 518-449-5170 |
| TREE House for Women - Children Stabil Rehab | Substance Abuse | 518-407-0556 x517 |
| Troy House - Rehab Reintegration | Substance Abuse | 518-817-2761 |
| Whitney M Young Jr Health Center Inc - Opioid Treatment Program | Substance Abuse | 518-463-3882 |
| Whitney M Young Jr Health Center Inc - Outpatient Treatment Center | Substance Abuse | 518-463-3882 |
DOL Wage Violations in Rensselaer
10 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $55,392 in back wages owed to 91 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Rehabilitation & Nursing Center | — | — | 12144 | — | 1 | $32,739 | $1,213 | 27 |
| NYS office of Children and Family Services | — | — | 12144 | — | 1 | $6,602 | $6,602 | 1 |
| Dunkin Donuts | — | Dunkin Brands | 12144 | — | 1 | $4,717 | $674 | 7 |
| Golden Grain Gourmet Pizza | — | — | 12144 | — | 1 | $4,615 | $577 | 8 |
| Dr. Douglas Tucker DMD | — | — | 12144 | — | 1 | $2,145 | $215 | 10 |
| East Greenbush Police Department | — | — | 12144 | — | 2 | $1,586 | $113 | 14 |
| MABEY'S MOVING & STORAGE INC. [OSHA] | — | — | 12144 | Used Household and Office Goods Moving | 1 | $1,332 | $78 | 17 |
| Capital Painting Contractors, Inc. | — | — | 12144 | — | 1 | $1,311 | $1,311 | 1 |
| Rensselaer Public Library | — | — | 12144 | — | 1 | $268 | $268 | 1 |
| Becker's Farm | — | — | 12144 | — | 2 | $77 | $15 | 5 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rensselaer
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| ANTIOCH FELLOWSHIP CHRISTIAN CENTER | PO BOX 18 |
| BAMAR NIPPON AMERICA BUDDHIST ASSOCIATION INC | 950 3RD ST |
| CALL TO PRAY MINISTRIES INC | PO BOX 553 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL OF RENSSELAER | PO BOX 34 |
| CONCILIO DE IGLESIA PENTECOSTAL UY | 1352 3RD ST |
| DUTCH CHURCH OF BLOOMING GROVE | 706 BLOOMINGROVE DR |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH | 1101 WASHINGTON AVE |
| FRANCISCANS IN COLLABORATIVE MINISTRY INC | 517 WASHINGTON AVE |
| GOLDEN ARK MINISTRY INC | 85 AIKEN AVE |
| HOPEPOINT MINISTRIES | 6708 OAK HILL CIR |
| NEW LIFE ASSEMBLY OF GOD | 292 HAYES RD |
| SIKH ASSOCIATION OF CAPITAL DISTRICT NEW YORK INC | 301 WASHINGTON AVE |
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What is the population of Rensselaer?
Rensselaer has a population of 9,247 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 2,917 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is Rensselaer expensive to live in?
Rensselaer is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $66,046, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,600 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,180 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Rensselaer safe?
Rensselaer is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,535 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Rensselaer receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Rensselaer?
Rensselaer has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.
How is the job market in Rensselaer?
Rensselaer has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,515. There are 3,500 business establishments in the area, including 374 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 12.4% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Rensselaer?
The median home value in Rensselaer is $202,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,123. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,180. Fair market rent is $1,417 for a 1-bedroom and $1,702 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 44.9%. The average annual property tax is $7,520.
How are the schools in Rensselaer?
Schools in Rensselaer score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 26.5% of adults in Rensselaer hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Rensselaer?
The obesity rate in Rensselaer is 32.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.7% of adults are smokers. 26.6% are physically inactive. 20.7% of residents report depression. 7.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 78.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,081.
What is transportation like in Rensselaer?
The average commute in Rensselaer is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 65.8% of workers drive alone to work, 5.5% use public transit, and 12.4% work from home.
What are the demographics of Rensselaer?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Rensselaer is 71.4% White, 7.2% Black or African American. 88% of residents speak only English at home, while 12% speak Spanish. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 19.3% of residents have a disability. 96.3% have health insurance coverage.
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