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New York City, NY vs Troy, NY
New York City, NY vs Troy, NY: What the data shows
New York City, NY is in New York City, NY while Troy, NY is in Troy, NY — both in the same state. On home prices, Troy, NY is the more affordable option at $211,600 median — $1,243,700 less than New York City, NY's $1,455,300. WYLT rates New York City, NY as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Troy, NY as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Both neighborhoods have similar safety profiles. New York City, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Troy, NY has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, New York City, NY has Low flood risk and Troy, NY has Low flood risk.
New York City, NY is the more walkable neighborhood. New York City, NY scores 100/100 (exceptionally walkable) versus Troy, NY's 20/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, both neighborhoods have the same school rating — New York City, NY rates 7.4/10 and Troy, NY rates 7.4/10.
| Category | New York City, NY | Troy, NY |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $1.46M | $212K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $3K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $127K ✓ Higher income | $69K |
| Price Volatility | High | Moderate ✓ More stable |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 100/100 ✓ More walkable | 20/100 |
| Transit Score | 100/100 ✓ Better transit | 2/100 |
| Bike Score | 80/100 ✓ More bikeable | 2/100 |
| Commute | 9 min ✓ Shorter commute | 90 min |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | D+ |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 7.4/10 | 7.4/10 |
| Best for | young professionalsstudentstourists | FamiliesBudget‑conscious home buyersRemote workers needing affordable housing |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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