Central New York is a great place to raise a family:

• Low cost of living. Standard of living is higher on median income.
• Enticing and affordable housing options.
• Great schools. Five area high schools are among Newsweek’s top 1,200 -#200 New Hartford, #655 Cooperstown Central, #810 Jamesville-Dewitt, #836 Lowville Academy, and #1082 Clinton (school rankings are from 2006).
• Short commutes. Average of less than 20 minutes, giving you more time at home with family
• Low crime. Violent crime rates are less than half the national average.
• Four-season recreationfor all ages, including zoos, parks, skiing, snowmobiling, festivals and more.