Living in Schenectady County, New York

Schenectady County is a county in New York with a population of around 154,604, part of the Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY MSA metro area. The main communities are Schenectady, Glenville, Niskayuna.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,303/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $260K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 34°F) and cool summers (highs around 75°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Schenectady County has relatively young demographics, with a median age of 40 and a moderately educated workforce (32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Democratic.