Colonie, NY

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Colonie Overview

7,767
TOTAL POPULATION
4,087
MALE POPULATION
3,680
FEMALE POPULATION
111.06
MALES / 100 FEMALES
90.04
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.0
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$44,549
PER CAPITA INCOME
$113,995
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$100,093
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
1.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
98.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.38
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,869
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
58.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.7%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Colonie Area Codes

Race in Colonie

The most populous races in Colonie are White / Caucasian (6,351 | 81.8%), Asian (647 | 8.3%), and Two or more Races (531 | 6.8%).
Race in Colonie
Race# Population% Population
Asian6478.3%
Black / African American1922.5%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino3134.0%
Native / Alaskan140.2%
White / Caucasian6,35181.8%
Two or more Races5316.8%
Some other Race320.4%
Total7,767100.0%

Ancestry in Colonie

The most populous ancestries reported in Colonie are Irish (1,566 | 20.2%), Italian (1,316 | 16.9%), German (1,124 | 14.5%), English (782 | 10.1%), and Polish (412 | 5.3%), together accounting for 66.9% of all Colonie residents.
Ancestry in Colonie
Ancestry# Population% Population
African370.5%
Albanian420.5%
American1682.2%
Arab360.5%
Armenian1191.5%
Austrian110.1%
Bhutanese300.4%
Brazilian540.7%
British801.0%
Central American380.5%
Cuban1021.3%
Czech150.2%
Czechoslovakian1021.3%
Danish80.1%
Dutch2022.6%
Eastern European951.2%
English78210.1%
European1471.9%
Filipino140.2%
French1702.2%
French Canadian240.3%
German1,12414.5%
Guyanese90.1%
Hungarian50.1%
Indian (Asian)2102.7%
Iraqi360.5%
Irish1,56620.2%
Iroquois140.2%
Israeli30.0%
Italian1,31616.9%
Jamaican410.5%
Korean1341.7%
Lithuanian150.2%
Mexican190.2%
Pakistani10.0%
Pennsylvania German50.1%
Polish4125.3%
Puerto Rican1141.5%
Romanian220.3%
Russian2383.1%
Salvadoran380.5%
Scandinavian460.6%
Scotch-Irish650.8%
Scottish1291.7%
Slovak400.5%
Spaniard330.4%
Sri Lankan2473.2%
Subsaharan African370.5%
Swedish220.3%
Swiss140.2%
Thai1221.6%
Ukrainian450.6%
Welsh891.1%
West Indian60.1%
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Immigrants in Colonie

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Colonie came from Asia (463 | 6.0%), Europe (180 | 2.3%), South Eastern Asia (173 | 2.2%), Eastern Asia (140 | 1.8%), and Eastern Europe (136 | 1.8%), together accounting for 14.1% of all Colonie residents.
Immigrants in Colonie
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa220.3%
Albania640.8%
Asia4636.0%
Brazil540.7%
Canada50.1%
Caribbean200.3%
Central America90.1%
China1161.5%
Eastern Asia1401.8%
Eastern Europe1361.8%
Egypt100.1%
El Salvador90.1%
England100.1%
Europe1802.3%
Germany60.1%
Ghana120.2%
Guyana220.3%
Hong Kong100.1%
India300.4%
Iraq230.3%
Italy130.2%
Jamaica200.3%
Japan200.3%
Korea40.1%
Kuwait260.3%
Latin America1051.3%
Nepal50.1%
Northern Africa100.1%
Northern Europe250.3%
Pakistan660.9%
Philippines771.0%
Russia670.9%
Scotland150.2%
South America761.0%
South Central Asia1011.3%
South Eastern Asia1732.2%
Southern Europe130.2%
Taiwan140.2%
Thailand10.0%
Ukraine50.1%
Vietnam951.2%
Western Africa120.2%
Western Asia490.6%
Western Europe60.1%
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Sex and Age in Colonie

Sex and Age in Colonie

The most populous age groups in Colonie are 15 to 19 Years (508 | 12.4%) for men and 40 to 44 Years (319 | 8.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Colonie
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years186 (4.5%)137 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Years168 (4.1%)83 (2.3%)
10 to 14 Years271 (6.6%)227 (6.2%)
15 to 19 Years508 (12.4%)193 (5.2%)
20 to 24 Years303 (7.4%)126 (3.4%)
25 to 29 Years268 (6.6%)165 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Years221 (5.4%)141 (3.8%)
35 to 39 Years179 (4.4%)212 (5.8%)
40 to 44 Years178 (4.4%)319 (8.7%)
45 to 49 Years219 (5.4%)253 (6.9%)
50 to 54 Years358 (8.8%)293 (8.0%)
55 to 59 Years323 (7.9%)288 (7.8%)
60 to 64 Years183 (4.5%)253 (6.9%)
65 to 69 Years134 (3.3%)308 (8.4%)
70 to 74 Years239 (5.9%)268 (7.3%)
75 to 79 Years111 (2.7%)205 (5.6%)
80 to 84 Years158 (3.9%)87 (2.4%)
85 Years and over80 (2.0%)122 (3.3%)
Total4,087 (100.0%)3,680 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Colonie

Median Family Size in Colonie

The median family size in Colonie is 3.18 persons per family, with single male/father families (179 | 9.4%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.35 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (374 | 19.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.82 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Colonie
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,348 (70.9%)3.12
Single Male/Father179 (9.4%)4.35
Single Female/Mother374 (19.7%)2.82
Total Families1,901 (100.0%)3.18

Median Household Size in Colonie

The median household size in Colonie is 2.54 persons per household, with single male/father households (179 | 5.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.31 persons per household. non-family households (1,157 | 37.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Colonie
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,348 (44.1%)3.14
Single Male/Father179 (5.9%)5.31
Single Female/Mother374 (12.2%)2.95
Non-family1,157 (37.8%)1.27
Total Households3,058 (100.0%)2.54

Household Size by Marriage Status in Colonie

Out of a total of 3,058 households in Colonie, 1,901 (62.2%) are family households, while 1,157 (37.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 971, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 899.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Colonie
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-899 (29.4%)
2-Person Households971 (31.8%)249 (8.1%)
3-Person Households323 (10.6%)5 (0.2%)
4-Person Households300 (9.8%)4 (0.1%)
5-Person Households169 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households109 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households29 (0.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,901 (62.2%)1,157 (37.8%)

Female Fertility in Colonie

Fertility by Age in Colonie

Average fertility rate in Colonie is 39.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 74.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 57.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Colonie
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years11 (19.6%)57.0
20 to 34 years32 (57.1%)74.0
35 to 50 years13 (23.2%)16.0
Total56 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Colonie

66.1% of women with births (56) in Colonie are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Colonie
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years5 (38.5%)8 (61.5%)
Total37 (66.1%)19 (33.9%)

Fertility by Education in Colonie

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Colonie
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma5 (8.9%)30.0
College or Associate's Degree13 (23.2%)26.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (21.4%)34.0
Graduate Degree26 (46.4%)88.0
Total56 (100.0%)39.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Colonie

33.9% of women with births in Colonie are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Colonie
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)13 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree20 (76.9%)6 (23.1%)
Total37 (66.1%)19 (33.9%)

Income in Colonie

Income Overview in Colonie

Per Capita Income in Colonie is $44,549, while median incomes of families and households are $113,995 and $100,093 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income7,767$44,549
Median Family Income1,901$113,995
Mean Family Income1,901$120,586
Median Household Income3,058$100,093
Mean Household Income3,058$110,755
Income Deficit1,901$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)7,7671.27%
Wage / Income Gap ($)7,76798.73¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index7,7670.38

Earnings by Sex in Colonie

Average Earnings in Colonie are $51,689, $52,083 for men and $51,420 for women, a difference of 1.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Colonie
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,440 (57.7%)$52,083
Female1,786 (42.3%)$51,420
Total4,226 (100.0%)$51,689

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Colonie

The most common earnings brackets in Colonie are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (482 | 19.8%) and $100,000+ for women (260 | 14.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Colonie
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less82 (3.4%)57 (3.2%)
$2,500 to $4,999254 (10.4%)98 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49960 (2.5%)13 (0.7%)
$7,500 to $9,999184 (7.5%)52 (2.9%)
$10,000 to $12,499105 (4.3%)91 (5.1%)
$12,500 to $14,99914 (0.6%)54 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $17,499106 (4.3%)13 (0.7%)
$17,500 to $19,99939 (1.6%)17 (0.9%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (0.3%)13 (0.7%)
$22,500 to $24,99986 (3.5%)52 (2.9%)
$25,000 to $29,99930 (1.2%)68 (3.8%)
$30,000 to $34,99936 (1.5%)59 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $39,99976 (3.1%)62 (3.5%)
$40,000 to $44,99949 (2.0%)40 (2.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99966 (2.7%)179 (10.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99984 (3.4%)80 (4.5%)
$55,000 to $64,999141 (5.8%)192 (10.7%)
$65,000 to $74,999212 (8.7%)149 (8.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999482 (19.8%)237 (13.3%)
$100,000+326 (13.4%)260 (14.6%)
Total2,440 (100.0%)1,786 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Colonie

Average earnings in Colonie are $72,675 for men and $58,044 for women, a difference of 20.1%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $89,024, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $43,214. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $91,375, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $24,800.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Colonie
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$71,875$24,800
High School Diploma$43,214$0
College or Associate's Degree$76,354$46,667
Bachelor's Degree$73,775$68,042
Graduate Degree$89,024$91,375
Total$72,675$58,044

Family Income in Colonie

Family Income Brackets in Colonie

According to the Colonie family income data, there are 743 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 39.1% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Colonie
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999150.8%
$15,000 to $24,999110.6%
$25,000 to $34,999402.1%
$35,000 to $49,9991397.3%
$50,000 to $74,99921311.2%
$75,000 to $99,99930015.8%
$100,000 to $149,99974339.1%
$150,000 to $199,99930616.1%
$200,000+1316.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Colonie

4-person families (356 | 18.7%) account for the highest median family income in Colonie with $137,887 per family, while 2-person families (1,001 | 52.7%) have the highest median income of $49,864 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Colonie
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,001 (52.7%)$99,727
3-Person Families350 (18.4%)$111,875
4-Person Families356 (18.7%)$137,887
5-Person Families66 (3.5%)$127,750
6-Person Families99 (5.2%)$94,918
7+ Person Families29 (1.5%)$0
Total1,901 (100.0%)$113,995

Family Income by Number of Earners in Colonie

The median family income in Colonie is $113,995, with families comprising 3+ earners (255) having the highest median family income of $138,698, while families with no earners (341) have the lowest median family income of $85,149, accounting for 13.4% and 17.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Colonie
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners341 (17.9%)$85,149
1 Earner502 (26.4%)$96,250
2 Earners803 (42.2%)$124,933
3+ Earners255 (13.4%)$138,698
Total1,901 (100.0%)$113,995

Household Income in Colonie

Household Income Brackets in Colonie

With 911 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Colonie, accounting for 29.8% of all households. In contrast, only 61 households (2.0%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Colonie
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000612.0%
$10,000 to $14,9991013.3%
$15,000 to $24,9991103.6%
$25,000 to $34,9991163.8%
$35,000 to $49,99935511.6%
$50,000 to $74,99940113.1%
$75,000 to $99,99938212.5%
$100,000 to $149,99991129.8%
$150,000 to $199,99942814.0%
$200,000+1936.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Colonie

The median household income in Colonie is $100,093, with the highest median household income of $130,453 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 607 households (19.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 5 households (0.2%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Colonie
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years5 (0.2%)$0
25 to 44 Years607 (19.9%)$130,453
45 to 64 Years1,255 (41.0%)$102,188
65+ Years1,191 (39.0%)$68,583
Total3,058 (100.0%)$100,093

Poverty in Colonie

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Colonie

With 4.0% poverty level for males and 7.2% for females among the residents of Colonie, 55 to 64 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 62 males (12.2%) and 141 females (26.6%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Colonie
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years14 (3.3%)22 (7.9%)
25 to 34 Years5 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years6 (1.7%)141 (26.6%)
45 to 54 Years66 (11.4%)21 (3.8%)
55 to 64 Years62 (12.2%)19 (3.5%)
65 to 74 Years5 (1.3%)49 (8.5%)
75 Years and over7 (2.0%)13 (3.1%)
Total165 (4.0%)265 (7.2%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Colonie

According to the poverty statistics in Colonie, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Colonie
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years186 (100.0%)137 (100.0%)
5 Years27 (100.0%)14 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years219 (100.0%)234 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years193 (100.0%)62 (100.0%)
15 Years37 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years347 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years413 (96.7%)258 (92.1%)
25 to 34 Years484 (99.0%)306 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years351 (98.3%)390 (73.5%)
45 to 54 Years511 (88.6%)525 (96.2%)
55 to 64 Years444 (87.7%)522 (96.5%)
65 to 74 Years368 (98.7%)527 (91.5%)
75 Years and over342 (98.0%)401 (96.9%)
Total3,922 (96.0%)3,415 (92.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Colonie

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Colonie show that 0.9% or 12 of the total 1,348 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 1.4%, comprising of 12 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Colonie
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children844 (98.6%)12 (1.4%)
1 or 2 Children370 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children112 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,336 (99.1%)12 (0.9%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Colonie

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Colonie
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)15 (5.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)15 (4.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Colonie

The poverty data for Colonie shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (0.9%) and 15 of the single-parent households (2.7%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (1.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 household (4.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Colonie
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (1.4%)15 (4.8%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (0.9%)15 (2.7%)

Employment Characteristics in Colonie

Employment by Class of Employer in Colonie

Among the 3,750 employed individuals in Colonie, private company employees (2,160 | 57.6%), state government employees (569 | 15.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (477 | 12.7%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Colonie
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,16057.6%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)842.2%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1253.3%
Not-for-profit Organizations47712.7%
Local Government Employees2476.6%
State Government Employees56915.2%
Federal Government Employees882.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total3,750100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Colonie

According to the labor force statistics for Colonie, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,648), 58.2% or 3,869 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 104 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 90.5% or 392 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 11.1% or 49 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Colonie
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years235 (35.9%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years333 (77.6%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years392 (90.5%)6 (1.5%)
30 to 34 Years326 (90.1%)5 (1.5%)
35 to 44 Years654 (73.6%)10 (1.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,003 (89.3%)29 (2.9%)
55 to 59 Years440 (72.0%)49 (11.1%)
60 to 64 Years266 (61.0%)4 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years168 (17.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over52 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,869 (58.2%)104 (2.7%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Colonie

According to labor force statistics for Colonie, 80.0% of individuals (3,082) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,853) are in the labor force, with 3.3% or 102 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 84.7% or 1,297 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.9% or 39 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Colonie
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School239 (79.7%)5 (1.7%)
High School Diploma495 (74.7%)52 (7.9%)
College / Associate Degree1,051 (77.3%)71 (5.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,297 (84.7%)6 (0.4%)
Total3,082 (80.0%)127 (3.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Colonie

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Colonie are Health Diagnosing & Treating (359 | 9.5%), Management (347 | 9.2%), Community & Social Service (339 | 9.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (298 | 7.9%), and Health Technologists (268 | 7.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Colonie

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Colonie, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (94.4%), Computers, Engineering & Science (79.2%), and Arts, Media & Entertainment (76.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (91.9%), and Health Technologists (90.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Colonie
OccupationMaleFemale
Management260 (74.9%)87 (25.1%)
Business & Financial101 (39.6%)154 (60.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science236 (79.2%)62 (20.8%)
Computers & Mathematics219 (94.4%)13 (5.6%)
Architecture & Engineering17 (54.8%)14 (45.2%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 103 (30.4%)236 (69.6%)
Education, Arts & Media23 (36.5%)40 (63.5%)
Legal Services & Support17 (25.4%)50 (74.6%)
Education Instruction & Library47 (25.0%)141 (75.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment16 (76.2%)5 (23.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating29 (8.1%)330 (91.9%)
Health Technologists25 (9.3%)243 (90.7%)
Total (Category)729 (45.6%)869 (54.4%)
Total (Overall)2,082 (55.3%)1,681 (44.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Colonie are Food Preparation & Serving (218 | 5.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (215 | 5.7%), Personal Care & Service (143 | 3.8%), Security & Protection (90 | 2.4%), and Healthcare Support (82 | 2.2%).
Services Occupations in Colonie

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Colonie, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (94.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (93.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (78.9%), and Personal Care & Service (51.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Colonie
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)82 (100.0%)
Security & Protection85 (94.4%)5 (5.6%)
Firefighting & Prevention48 (90.6%)5 (9.4%)
Law Enforcement37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving46 (21.1%)172 (78.9%)
Cleaning & Maintenance201 (93.5%)14 (6.5%)
Personal Care & Service70 (48.9%)73 (51.0%)
Total (Category)402 (53.7%)346 (46.3%)
Total (Overall)2,082 (55.3%)1,681 (44.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Colonie are Office & Administration (468 | 12.4%), and Sales & Related (260 | 6.9%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Colonie

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Colonie
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related219 (84.2%)41 (15.8%)
Office & Administration87 (18.6%)381 (81.4%)
Total (Category)306 (42.0%)422 (58.0%)
Total (Overall)2,082 (55.3%)1,681 (44.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Colonie are Construction & Extraction (140 | 3.7%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (132 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Colonie

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Colonie
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction140 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair132 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)272 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,082 (55.3%)1,681 (44.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Colonie are Transportation (153 | 4.1%), Material Moving (148 | 3.9%), and Production (116 | 3.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Colonie

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Colonie
OccupationMaleFemale
Production116 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation153 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving104 (70.3%)44 (29.7%)
Total (Category)373 (89.4%)44 (10.5%)
Total (Overall)2,082 (55.3%)1,681 (44.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Colonie

Employment Industries in Colonie

The major employment industries in Colonie include Health Care & Social Assistance (600 | 15.9%), Finance & Insurance (492 | 13.1%), Educational Services (454 | 12.1%), Public Administration (439 | 11.7%), and Retail Trade (365 | 9.7%).
Employment Industries in Colonie

Employment Industries by Sex in Colonie

The Colonie industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (86.3%), Accommodation & Food Services (64.7%), and Professional & Scientific (56.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Colonie
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction211 (96.8%)7 (3.2%)
Manufacturing177 (74.7%)60 (25.3%)
Wholesale Trade49 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Retail Trade274 (75.1%)91 (24.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing101 (81.5%)23 (18.5%)
Utilities33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information15 (51.7%)14 (48.3%)
Finance & Insurance294 (59.8%)198 (40.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific56 (43.1%)74 (56.9%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support53 (82.8%)11 (17.2%)
Educational Services257 (56.6%)197 (43.4%)
Health Care & Social Assistance82 (13.7%)518 (86.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation28 (53.8%)24 (46.2%)
Accommodation & Food Services85 (35.3%)156 (64.7%)
Public Administration215 (49.0%)224 (51.0%)
Total2,082 (55.3%)1,681 (44.7%)

Education in Colonie

School Enrollment in Colonie

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,740 students in Colonie are high school (526 | 30.2%), middle school (416 | 23.9%), and college / undergraduate (285 | 16.4%).
School Enrollment in Colonie
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool834.8%
Kindergarten573.3%
Elementary School20912.0%
Middle School41623.9%
High School52630.2%
College / Undergraduate28516.4%
Graduate / Professional1649.4%
Total1,740100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Colonie

Out of a total of 1,740 students who are enrolled in schools in Colonie, 111 (6.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,629 (93.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 17 (36.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 423 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Colonie
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds74 (89.2%)9 (10.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old241 (96.0%)10 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds493 (99.0%)5 (1.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds423 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds150 (81.5%)34 (18.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds119 (84.4%)22 (15.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds30 (63.8%)17 (36.2%)
35 Years and over98 (86.7%)15 (13.3%)
Total1,629 (93.6%)111 (6.4%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Colonie

Social sciences (285 | 13.8%), business (269 | 13.0%), computers & mathematics (221 | 10.7%), science & technology (214 | 10.3%), and education (182 | 8.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,072 individuals in Colonie who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Colonie
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics22110.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1688.1%
Physical & Health Sciences904.3%
Psychology944.5%
Social Sciences28513.8%
Engineering824.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology21410.3%
Business26913.0%
Education1828.8%
Literature & Languages653.1%
Liberal Arts & History1457.0%
Visual & Performing Arts261.3%
Communications582.8%
Arts & Humanities1738.4%
Total2,072100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Colonie

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Colonie

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Colonie are males with 2 vehicles (678, accounting for 32.6%) and females with 2 vehicles (672, making up 40.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Colonie
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle32 (1.5%)37 (2.2%)
1 Vehicle658 (31.7%)428 (25.6%)
2 Vehicles678 (32.6%)672 (40.2%)
3 Vehicles547 (26.3%)459 (27.4%)
4 Vehicles150 (7.2%)77 (4.6%)
5 or more Vehicles12 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,077 (100.0%)1,673 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Colonie

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Colonie are 20 to 24 minutes (752 commuters, 22.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (650 commuters, 19.8%), and 15 to 19 minutes (492 commuters, 14.9%).
Commute Time in Colonie
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1033.1%
5 to 9 Minutes45113.7%
10 to 14 Minutes65019.8%
15 to 19 Minutes49214.9%
20 to 24 Minutes75222.9%
25 to 29 Minutes2718.2%
30 to 34 Minutes3219.8%
35 to 39 Minutes611.8%
40 to 44 Minutes290.9%
45 to 59 Minutes932.8%
60 to 89 Minutes621.9%
90 or more Minutes60.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Colonie

The most common commute times in Colonie are 10 to 14 minutes (355 commuters, 19.3%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (421 commuters, 29.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Colonie
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes28 (1.5%)75 (5.2%)
5 to 9 Minutes307 (16.7%)144 (9.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes355 (19.3%)295 (20.3%)
15 to 19 Minutes286 (15.5%)206 (14.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes331 (18.0%)421 (29.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes198 (10.8%)73 (5.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes172 (9.3%)149 (10.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes40 (2.2%)21 (1.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes7 (0.4%)22 (1.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes61 (3.3%)32 (2.2%)
60 to 89 Minutes48 (2.6%)14 (1.0%)
90 or more Minutes6 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Colonie

The most frequent times of departure to work in Colonie are 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (283, 15.4%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (312, 21.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Colonie
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM213 (11.6%)33 (2.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM99 (5.4%)14 (1.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM17 (0.9%)23 (1.6%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM182 (9.9%)37 (2.5%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM220 (12.0%)97 (6.7%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM283 (15.4%)255 (17.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM200 (10.9%)312 (21.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM158 (8.6%)266 (18.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM132 (7.2%)39 (2.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM105 (5.7%)57 (3.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM16 (0.9%)107 (7.4%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM5 (0.3%)19 (1.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM74 (4.0%)64 (4.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM135 (7.3%)129 (8.9%)
Total1,839 (100.0%)1,452 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Colonie

Occupancy by Ownership in Colonie

Of the total 3,058 dwellings in Colonie, owner-occupied units account for 2,564 (83.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 494 (16.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Colonie
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,56483.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units49416.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,058100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Colonie

Occupancy by Household Size in Colonie
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household89929.4%
2-Person Household1,22039.9%
3-Person Household32810.7%
4+ Person Household61120.0%
Total Housing Units3,058100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Colonie

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Colonie
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household705 (78.4%)194 (21.6%)
2-Person Household972 (79.7%)248 (20.3%)
3-Person Household292 (89.0%)36 (11.0%)
4+ Person Household595 (97.4%)16 (2.6%)
Total Housing Units2,564 (83.9%)494 (16.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Colonie

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Colonie
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School229 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma528 (82.9%)109 (17.1%)
College/Associate Degree819 (82.9%)169 (17.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher988 (82.1%)216 (17.9%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Colonie

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Colonie
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2759.0%
35 to 44 Years33711.0%
45 to 54 Years63620.8%
55 to 64 Years61920.2%
65 to 74 Years68522.4%
75 to 84 Years37912.4%
85 Years and Over1274.2%
Total3,058100.0%

Housing Finances in Colonie

Median Income by Occupancy in Colonie

Median Income by Occupancy in Colonie
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,564 (83.9%)$99,524
Renter-Occupied494 (16.2%)$100,455
Average3,058 (100.0%)$100,093

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Colonie

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Colonie
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0005 (0.2%)22 (4.4%)
$5,000 to $9,99933 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99987 (3.4%)15 (3.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99941 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99968 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999109 (4.3%)6 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999262 (10.2%)93 (18.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999312 (12.2%)89 (18.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999377 (14.7%)6 (1.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999749 (29.2%)162 (32.8%)
$150,000 or more521 (20.3%)101 (20.4%)
Total2,564 (100.0%)494 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Colonie

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Colonie
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300116 (4.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $499285 (11.1%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799660 (25.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999202 (7.9%)13 (2.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499404 (15.8%)165 (33.4%)
$1,500 to $1,999529 (20.6%)252 (51.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499237 (9.2%)41 (8.3%)
$2,500 to $2,99980 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more51 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,564 (100.0%)494 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Colonie

Housing Structures in Colonie

Housing Structures in Colonie
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,59584.9%
Single Unit, Attached230.7%
2 Unit Apartments1264.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments571.9%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments2407.9%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other170.6%
Total3,058100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Colonie

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Colonie
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,509 (96.7%)86 (3.3%)
Single Unit, Attached17 (73.9%)6 (26.1%)
2 Unit Apartments21 (16.7%)105 (83.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)57 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)240 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,564 (83.9%)494 (16.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Colonie

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Colonie
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room18 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms22 (0.9%)122 (24.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms589 (23.0%)265 (53.6%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,379 (53.8%)84 (17.0%)
8 or more Rooms556 (21.7%)23 (4.7%)
Total2,564 (100.0%)494 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Colonie

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Colonie
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,034 (79.3%)375 (75.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)15 (3.0%)
Electricity264 (10.3%)104 (21.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene256 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels10 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,564 (100.0%)494 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Colonie

Household Vehicle Usage in Colonie
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle125 (4.9%)37 (7.5%)
1 Vehicle919 (35.8%)348 (70.5%)
2 Vehicles915 (35.7%)104 (21.0%)
3 or more Vehicles605 (23.6%)5 (1.0%)
Total2,564 (100.0%)494 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Colonie

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Colonie

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,2361,328
Median Property Value$252,400$244,400
Median Household Income$77,222$329
Monthly Housing Costs$568$51
Real Estate Taxes$3,267$45

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Colonie

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Colonie
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00026 (2.1%)102 (7.7%)
$50,000 to $99,99921 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999885 (71.6%)913 (68.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999271 (21.9%)313 (23.6%)
$500,000 to $749,99915 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more18 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,236 (100.0%)1,328 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Colonie

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Colonie
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00023 (1.9%)50 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999105 (8.5%)15 (1.1%)
$25,000 to $34,99998 (7.9%)91 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,999196 (15.9%)11 (0.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999180 (14.6%)66 (5.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999158 (12.8%)132 (9.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999284 (23.0%)219 (16.5%)
$150,000 or more192 (15.5%)465 (35.0%)
Total1,236 (100.0%)1,328 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Colonie

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Colonie
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x262 (21.2%)113,750 (8,565.5%)
2.0x to 2.9x318 (25.7%)589 (44.4%)
3.0x to 3.9x232 (18.8%)347 (26.1%)
4.0x or more424 (34.3%)185 (13.9%)
Total1,236 (100.0%)1,328 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Colonie

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Colonie
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80037 (3.0%)5 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,49999 (8.0%)5 (0.4%)
$800 to $1,4991,055 (85.4%)129 (9.7%)
Total1,236 (100.0%)1,328 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Colonie

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colonie

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colonie
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years364 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,349 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years500 (99.0%)5 (1.0%)
26 to 34 Years695 (89.6%)81 (10.4%)
35 to 44 Years888 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years1,060 (94.4%)63 (5.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,002 (95.7%)45 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years949 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older763 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,570 (97.5%)194 (2.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Colonie

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Colonie
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born364 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,349 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen500 (99.0%)5 (1.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Colonie

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Colonie
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000312 (98.4%)5 (1.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999729 (94.2%)45 (5.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999653 (97.9%)14 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,041 (96.9%)33 (3.1%)
$100,000 and over4,821 (98.0%)97 (2.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colonie

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Colonie
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 640 (11.0%)324 (89.0%)
6 to 18 Years229 (17.0%)1,174 (87.0%)
19 to 25 Years56 (11.1%)459 (90.9%)
25 to 34 Years150 (19.3%)551 (71.0%)
35 to 44 Years211 (23.8%)677 (76.2%)
45 to 54 Years278 (24.8%)844 (75.2%)
55 to 64 Years215 (20.5%)888 (84.8%)
65 to 74 Years898 (94.6%)773 (81.5%)
75 Years and over763 (100.0%)590 (77.3%)
Total2,840 (36.6%)6,280 (80.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Colonie

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Colonie
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years80 (8.8%)33 (5.6%)
35 to 64 Years115 (8.0%)112 (6.9%)
65 to 74 Years34 (9.1%)93 (16.2%)
75 Years and over137 (39.3%)158 (38.2%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Colonie

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Colonie: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (2.2%)21 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years28 (7.5%)39 (6.8%)
75 Years and over35 (10.0%)39 (9.4%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Colonie: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years11 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years17 (1.2%)15 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)42 (10.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Colonie: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)14 (4.0%)
18 to 34 Years64 (7.0%)11 (1.9%)
35 to 64 Years30 (2.1%)36 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (6.6%)45 (10.9%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Colonie: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years14 (1.0%)50 (3.1%)
65 to 74 Years6 (1.6%)53 (9.2%)
75 Years and over55 (15.8%)130 (31.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Colonie: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)8 (2.3%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.2%)6 (0.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (8.3%)21 (5.1%)

Technology Access in Colonie

Computing Device Access in Colonie

Computing Device Access in Colonie
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,57684.2%
Smartphone2,41378.9%
Tablet1,73856.8%
No Computing Device2207.2%
Total3,058100.0%

Internet Access in Colonie

Internet Access in Colonie
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet70.2%
Broadband Home2,56383.8%
Cellular Data Only2458.0%
Satellite Internet491.6%
No Internet2297.5%
Total3,058100.0%

Colonie Summary

Colonie is a town located in Albany County, New York, United States. It is the most populous suburb of Albany, the state capital, and the third largest town in the county. The town is located in the central part of the county and is bordered by the towns of Guilderland to the west, Bethlehem to the south, and Watervliet to the east. The town of Colonie is home to over 81,000 people, making it the most populous town in the county.

History

The area that is now Colonie was originally inhabited by the Mohawk and Iroquois Native American tribes. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 17th century, and the town was officially established in 1791. The town was named after the Dutch colony of New Netherland, which was located in the area.
In the 19th century, the town of Colonie was a major agricultural center, with many farms and orchards. The town was also home to several mills and factories, which provided employment for many of the town's residents.
In the 20th century, the town of Colonie began to experience rapid growth as the Albany metropolitan area expanded. The town was incorporated in 1895, and by the 1950s, the population had grown to over 20,000. The town continued to grow throughout the latter half of the 20th century, and by the 2000 census, the population had grown to over 81,000.

Geography

Colonie is located in the central part of Albany County, New York. It is bordered by the towns of Guilderland to the west, Bethlehem to the south, and Watervliet to the east. The town is located approximately 10 miles north of Albany, the state capital.
The town of Colonie is located in the Mohawk Valley region of New York. The town is located on the banks of the Mohawk River, and is home to several small lakes and ponds. The town is also home to several parks and nature preserves, including the Albany Pine Bush Preserve and the Colonie Town Park.

Economy

The town of Colonie is home to a diverse economy. The town is home to several large employers, including the State University of New York at Albany, the Albany International Airport, and the Albany County Airport. The town is also home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Best Buy.
The town of Colonie is also home to several large manufacturing companies, including General Electric, IBM, and GlobalFoundries. The town is also home to several technology companies, including CDM Smith, CDPHP, and Albany Molecular Research.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the town of Colonie had a population of 81,591. The racial makeup of the town was 87.3% White, 5.7% African American, 0.3% Native American, 3.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 2.4% from other races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.7% of the population.
The median household income in the town was $63,945, and the median family income was $76,945. The per capita income in the town was $30,945. About 5.2% of families and 7.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under age 18 and 5.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Colonie?
Total Population of Colonie is 7,767.
What is the Total Male Population of Colonie?
Total Male Population of Colonie is 4,087.
What is the Total Female Population of Colonie?
Total Female Population of Colonie is 3,680.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Colonie?
There are 111.06 Males per 100 Females in Colonie.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Colonie?
There are 90.04 Females per 100 Males in Colonie.
What is the Median Population Age in Colonie?
Median Population Age in Colonie is 45.0 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Colonie
Average Family Size in Colonie is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Colonie
Average Household Size in Colonie is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Colonie?
Per Capita income in Colonie is $44,549.
What is the Median Family Income in Colonie?
Median Family Income in Colonie is $113,995.
What is the Median Household income in Colonie?
Median Household Income in Colonie is $100,093.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Colonie?
Income or Wage Gap in Colonie is 1.3%.
Women in Colonie earn 98.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Colonie?
Inequality or Gini Index in Colonie is 0.38.
How Large is the Labor Force in Colonie?
There are 3,869 People in the Labor Forcein in Colonie.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Colonie?
58.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Colonie.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Colonie?
Unemployment Rate in Colonie is 2.7%.