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Colonie, NY

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Population
7,679
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
312 ft
Median Home Value
$285,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$1,570/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$103,983
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in New YorkPopulation rankingHighest population places in New YorkNearest larger communityAlbany, New York4.2 miles away · 101,698 residents.

About Colonie

Colonie is a village in Albany County, New York, situated within the town of Colonie as a suburb of Albany. Taking its name from the Dutch word for the historic Colonie of Rensselaerswyck, the community of approximately 7,702 lies in the Capital District region. Local landmarks include the nearby Watervliet Shaker Historic District, and public education is administered by local school districts within Albany County.

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Lower FEMA County Drought Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.2rating

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