Gain a capital advantage in Albany
If ever there were a city rooted in a rich history yet with eyes squarely focused on a prosperous future, it is Albany, New York. As one of the oldest state capitals in the country, Albany is proud of its rich heritage. But just as important to the city’s residents and business owners, Albany is a thriving business center offering many opportunities to those interested in Albany real estate.
Albany Fast Facts
- Population: 95,993
- Median Household Income: $33,375
- Median Home Value: $217,100
- Data provided by Yahoo! Real Estate, Neighborhood Profiles, November 2007
- Albany is located in the Eastern Standard Time Zone and observes Daylight Saving Time.
Travel and Transportation
The average commute time for Albany workers is 19 minutes. Albany has access to many transportation options including local bus travel, Greyhound Bus Lines and Amtrak. Air travel is accessible via Albany International Airport.
Albany Employment
Major employers in the Albany area include State of New York, General Electric, U.S. Government, Albany Medical Center, St. Peter’s Health Care Service, Northeast Health, Verizon, County of Albany, Stewart’s Ice Cream Company, KAPL, Inc., KeyCorp, Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Albany City School District, Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, City of Albany and Seton Health System.
Albany School Districts
The students of Albany are served by 33 public schools in seven school districts as well as 53 private schools. There are also 27 colleges and universities in the Albany area.
Albany Attractions
- Berkshire Botanical Garden
- Howe Caverns
- Clermont State Historic Site
- Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
- Crailo State Historic Site
- New York Executive Mansion
- Albany Institute of History and Art
- Children’s Museum of Science and Technology
- New York State Museum
- Shaker Heritage Society
Albany Parks and Recreation
- Berkshire Botanical Garden
- Howe Caverns
- Clermont State Historic Site
- Schuyler Mansion State Historic Site
- Crailo State Historic Site
- New York Executive Mansion
- Albany Institute of History and Art
- Children’s Museum of Science and Technology
- New York State Museum
- Shaker Heritage Society