Top 10 RICHEST TOWNS in UPSTATE NEW YORK

If you only know Upstate New York for its depressed cities of bygone eras, its cheap housing, or for its long snowy winters, then sadly you don’t know Upstate New York.

Our topic today is on Upstate New York, one of the most underrated parts of New York State. Sure New York City and Long Island hold a great amount of wealth for the state. But did you know that there are many tiny pockets of Upstate New York that could easily give New York City a good run, not only for its money, but also for beauty and a higher quality of life?

Most of these places run on their own economy, relying on small businesses, history, culture, local agriculture, nearby institutions, and we mustn't forget their close proximity to nature.

Never again will you underestimate the power of a small town after watching this video. So without further ado, here are the top 10 richest towns in Upstate New York.

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Top 10 Richest Towns in UPSTATE NEW YORK

[johnscanlan]

As a native New Yorker I can confirm to anyone unfamiliar with "upstate" this designation does NOT apply to Scarsdale, which is nothing but a very upscale suburb of NYC.

[lizaguy]

My daughter recently got married in Skaneatles. It was the most beautiful wedding! The scenery was incredibly beautiful and the town has the nicest people! We love it there. Also a big fan of Ithaca. If you like hiking, that’s the place to visit. It’s trails take you to another world!! Amazing ♥️♥️

[banditdog]

Lived in Skaneatles for a while and it really is as nice as they described. Upstate NY is a treasure but you better like snow and high taxes to live there.

[BiornBear]

Skaneateles is my favorite place in NY state. So beautiful.

[debrameyer]

Scarsdale is not in upstate New York. As you said it's Westchester County. There is a difference between upstate NY and Westchester NY.

[pyrexmaniac]

East Aurora in Erie county is conspicuous by its' absence. Affluent, historic and scenic with a charming downtown. Knox Farm State Park and the Roycroft campus are highlights.

[KGRK]

Lake George should be mentioned. Bolton Landing among other places. Absolutely BEAUTIFUL !

[patriciadickson]

The one thing I regret about living in NYC & Long Island is not visiting upstate New York. I had no idea how beautiful it is.

[hafunland]

You missed Hammondsport which won the award of "Coolest Town in America in 2012!" Famous for Gleen Curtiss Museum, Bully Hill Vineyards, countless wineries, breweries and distillers. Along with many fine restaurants. Hammondsport is located at the southern end of Keuka Lake one of only two Y-shaped lakes in the entire world! The water is absolutely pristine and some cottage dwellers still drink the pure lake water.

[TraceyIRL]

I’ve visited most of these places, very nice. I love skaneatles and Ithaca the most, I’m from Syracuse.

[johngrossbohlin]

If you want to see some of the stone buildings shown as being in Rhinebeck, you'll have to drive across the river to the corner of John St. and Crown St. in Kingston.

[songtraveler]

I live in the Capital Region. Niskayuna is pronounced NisKEYuna.

[marilynrowland]

These towns are all attractive and appealing, and each has its special places of interest. I grew up in Maryland, which is also beautiful, but in a softer way. New York State's offerings are unparalleled! Things to feast all your senses on range from the roughness and wildness of the Adirondacks to the beauty, rarefied air and sophistication found in towns like Rhinebeck and Skaneateles! And take a jaunt to Ithaca to see its famous gorges: they are amazing and unforgettable! Really enjoyed your video! Thanks!

[EbenFuller]

The trouble with NY State is its ridiculously high taxes to carry the ludicrous volume of riff-raff in NY City...

[robbikins]

At about 9:45, there's a picture of people outside Rough Draft Bar and Books but it's actually in Kingston, NY - not Rhinebeck. Kingston is across the Hudson from Rhinebeck. Also, the observation tower is in Catskill Park which is also not in Rhinebeck.

[tamaraegan]

Anytime I hear scarsdale I think about Jean Harris and Dr.Tarnover..

[MrGlenspace]

I love living in the Hudson valley. We just need to keep it affordable and not to much density. Close to nyc but just far enough away.

[beverlyledbetter]

When I was working, I went to Albany and I saw so many farms that I felt as though I was traveling through the Midwest! When I finally arrived in Albany, I felt as though I was in Pennsylvania because it looked so much like it... with the shutters on the windows and the gravel sidewalks. Was quite an experience!😳

[johnlombardo]

Rhinebeck is a truly beautiful town! Great way to end the video

[brianlockwood]

Cazanovia will most likely fall off the list once the college closes for good. They defaulted on a 25 million dollar loan.