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Measure Saratoga SpringsNew York, United States Remove Saratoga Springs
Scores (out of 10)
Overall score 6.2
Connector Score 8.3
Safety 9.0
Affordability 4.5
Transportation 8.5
Car-free friendliness 5.5
Walkability 3.8
Things to do 5.6
Food & dining 5.2
Places to stay 5.0
Nature & outdoors 5.5
Scenic value 5.0
Family friendliness 5.8
Solo-traveler friendliness 5.8
Nightlife 3.9
Remote-work friendliness 4.9
Road-trip convenience 6.5
Train-trip convenience 7.0
Bus-trip convenience 6.5
Cost (per person per day, USD)
Budget $180
Mid-range $293
Luxury $535
Living there
Cost of living index (national = 100) 120
Typical 1-bedroom rent $2,050
Population 29K
Getting there
Accessible by Drive Train Bus Airport
Car recommended —
Character
Best for —
Known for National & state parks, Lakes & rivers, Museums & galleries, Historic sites, Food scene, Live music, Shopping
When to go Peak: The August racing season and Travers we…

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