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Alden, NY
New York · Erie County · Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro
Alden is a small town in New York with a population of 2,595. Residents earn $74,426 per year, which is 1% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
3.4
/5.0
B
Good
2,595
Population
954/sq mi density
$74,426
Median Income
$39,652 per capita
$206,700
Home Value
$254,231 Zillow
$804
Median Rent
26.3% income on rent
46°F
Avg Temperature
246 sunny days/yr
466
Violent Crime/100K
3,935 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$74,426 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$206,700 home value, $804/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
466 violent crimes/100K (23% above avg)
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$74,426
1% lower than US avg
Home Value
$206,700
27% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
466/100K
23% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$804
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
78% lower than US avg
How Alden Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,595
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density954/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.7%
Economy
AMedian Income$74,426
Per Capita$39,652
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+Home Value$206,700
Rent$804
Ownership66.9%
Zillow$254,231
Housing Units1,223
Rent Burden26.3%
Crime
FViolent466/100K
Property3,935/100K
Health
Obesity31.1%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking12.5%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Education
BBachelor's+29.0%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+9.4%
School Score5.59
Community
2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute28 min
Broadband91.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries39
Is Alden a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Alden receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Alden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Alden is $74,426, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Alden is $206,700, 27% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $804 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
The violent crime rate of 466 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,935 per 100,000, 101% above the national average.
Education
29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Alden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Alden has a population of 2,595 with a density of 954 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.1% female and 47.9% male. The city is predominantly White (94.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 10.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 98.6% have health insurance coverage.
Population
2,595
Total Population
954
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Alden vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Alden vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Alden is $74,426, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,652. The average weekly wage is $1,288. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 25,097 business establishments, including 2,341 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 3.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Alden vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $74,426 |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,652 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,288 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $78,365 |
| Gini Index | 0.463 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 25,097 |
| County GDP | $81,132M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,341 |
| Healthcare | 2,652 |
| Retail | 3,140 |
| Manufacturing | 914 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 107.90 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
Walkability
The median home value in Alden is $206,700, 27% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,231, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 117.2% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $804 (31% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,223 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1964. The average annual property tax is $8,093 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $206,700 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $254,231 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $119 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 117.2% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 3 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $804 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 26.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.1% |
| Housing Units | 1,223 |
| Median Year Built | 1964 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,093 |
| 131% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.92% |
In Alden, 31.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 26.6% have high blood pressure. 12.5% are current smokers. 21.4% report binge drinking. 21.2% are physically inactive. 22.7% report depression. 17.4% experience frequent mental distress. 5.1% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,366. The dentist ratio is 1:1,211. 97.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.
Health Metrics: Alden vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 31.1% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.6% |
| Asthma | 11.5% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 12.5% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 17.4% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
| Short Sleep | 37.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| Uninsured | 5.1% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,366 |
| Dentists | 1:1,211 |
| Mental Health | 1:241 |
| Checkup Rate | 80.1% |
| Dental Visits | 65.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,238/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,652 |
Alden has a violent crime rate of 466 per 100,000 residents, 23% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,935 per 100,000, 101% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 52 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Alden receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Alden vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 466.4/100K |
| 23% above US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 3,934.8/100K |
| 101% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Traffic Accidents | 46 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Alden experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
68°F Jul (20°C)
| Annual Average | 45.5°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Area | 2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 954/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8989°N, 78.4946°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Erie County County |
| Nearest Airport | Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) 12 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0434 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 14.3 ppb |
| SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide) | 0.17 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.25 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 8.0 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 97.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 47.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 95.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively High |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| March | 32°F (0°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 60°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 3.2 in |
Alden has a seasonal temperature swing of 45°F / from 23°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (2.2").
Alden is located in Erie County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 29.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 54.8% of the vote, a 9.7-point margin. 91.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 39 public libraries serving the community. 2,652 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.4% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Democrat by 9.7 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 52 |
| Traffic Accidents | 46 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.4 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.0% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.6% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 9.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.59 |
B
Education Grade (3.3/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 954/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.7 sq mi |
| County | Erie County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 91.9% |
| Avg Download Speed | 218.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 55.9 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 39 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,652 |
| Restaurants | 2,341 |
| Retail Stores | 3,140 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 28.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 81.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
Average costs for common services in Alden. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $270 ($162-$432) |
| Specialist Visit | $378 ($216-$593) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $216 ($108-$378) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,374 ($863-$5,395) |
| Dental Cleaning | $140 ($81-$216) |
| Dental Filling | $270 ($162-$432) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $49 ($27-$81) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $81 ($54-$129) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $324 ($162-$540) |
| Tire Rotation | $43 ($22-$81) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $647 ($432-$1,079) |
| Battery Replacement | $216 ($108-$378) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $108 ($65-$162) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $97 ($54-$151) |
| HVAC Repair | $432 ($162-$863) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,553 ($4,316-$12,948) |
| Roof Repair | $1,079 ($432-$2,158) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,711 ($5,935-$16,185) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,619 ($540-$3,777) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,185 ($5,395-$32,370) |
| DUI Defense | $5,395 ($2,158-$10,790) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,619 ($863-$3,237) |
| Will Preparation | $540 ($216-$1,079) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,698 ($1,079-$5,395) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $27 ($16-$49) |
| Women's Haircut | $59 ($32-$108) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $162 ($81-$270) |
| Manicure | $27 ($16-$49) |
| Pedicure | $43 ($27-$70) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $86 ($54-$140) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.42 ($3.24-$5.93) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.78 ($2.70-$5.40) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.10 ($2.70-$5.93) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.86 ($3.24-$7.01) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.93 ($4.32-$8.09) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.08 ($0.65-$1.94) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $151 ($86-$270) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $76 ($32-$162) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $76 ($43-$129) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $76 ($43-$108) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $70 ($32-$108) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $92 ($54-$162) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $216 ($81-$540) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,158 ($1,295-$3,777) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $76 ($32-$140) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.63-$27) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $108 ($32-$270) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32 ($16-$81) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,295 ($647-$2,698) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,079 ($540-$2,158) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $432 ($216-$755) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $54 ($27-$108) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,079 ($432-$2,698) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,488 ($5,395-$32,370) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $65 ($32-$108) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $108 ($54-$216) |
| Dog Grooming | $65 ($32-$108) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $43 ($22-$81) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $324 ($162-$540) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $216 ($108-$432) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,251 |
| Toddler | $1,191 |
| Preschool | $1,104 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $866 |
| Toddler | $866 |
| Preschool | $857 |
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)
Top Industries in Erie County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 68,872 | 2,500 | $62,866 | 1.03 |
| Retail Trade | 47,891 | 2,854 | $39,303 | 1.03 |
| Manufacturing | 44,526 | 1,024 | $80,771 | 1.16 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 38,924 | 2,272 | $26,680 | 0.92 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 27,133 | 1,760 | $54,244 | 0.99 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 24,595 | 2,497 | $87,001 | 0.76 |
| Finance & Insurance | 23,207 | 1,180 | $99,363 | 1.23 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 22,456 | 640 | $49,893 | 1.14 |
| Construction | 17,781 | 2,130 | $79,515 | 0.73 |
| Wholesale Trade | 16,912 | 1,160 | $92,166 | 0.92 |
| Other Services | 15,767 | 2,351 | $39,465 | 1.12 |
| Educational Services | 12,466 | 390 | $44,393 | 1.29 |
| Management of Companies | 11,029 | 282 | $114,077 | 1.40 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 7,506 | 421 | $85,899 | 0.96 |
| Real Estate | 6,467 | 905 | $58,992 | 0.89 |
| Information & Technology | 4,896 | 341 | $79,326 | 0.56 |
| Utilities | 1,241 | 25 | $131,339 | 0.70 |
| Unclassified | 1,219 | 1,596 | $49,343 | 1.88 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 923 | 106 | $44,809 | 0.24 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 204 | 16 | $109,564 | 0.12 |
Schools in Alden
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALDEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL | High | 498 | 36 | 13.8:1 |
| ALDEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL | Elementary | 370 | 25 | 14.8:1 |
| ALDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 347 | 33 | 10.5:1 |
| ALDEN PRIMARY AT TOWNLINE | Elementary | 284 | 22 | 12.9:1 |
Radio Stations near Alden
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100.3 The Edge | - | UNKNOWN | |
| CRNC The Heat (CA) | college radio, student radio | MP3 | |
| 104.1 The Edge | alternative | AAC | |
| CFLZ-FM 101.1 "More FM 101" Fort Erie, ON (CA) | music 70s 80s 90s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| z108 | the internet's #1 hit station | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Edge 92.9 | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| 102.1 The Edge | - | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| 102.1 The Edge | - | AAC+ 57 kbps | |
| 90.5 The Edge | rock | MP3 120 kbps |
National Parks Near Alden
500 national parks and monuments found near Alden.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 4Th St | State Park | Free |
| 63Rd St Park | State Park | Free |
| 70Th St Park (Kies) | State Park | Free |
| 9.75 Ac'S (Rear Lot) | State Park | Free |
| Abbott & Potters Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Academy Rd. Median | State Park | Free |
| Ada MacKenzie Park | Free | |
| Agassiz Circle | State Park | Free |
| Agostino Park | Free | |
| Albany & School Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Alexander Park | Free | |
| Allegany State Park | State Park | Free |
| Allegany State Park | State Park | Free |
| Allenhurst Median | State Park | Free |
| Allison | State Park | Free |
| Amherst & Middlesex Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Amherst & Tonawanda Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Amherst State Park | State Park | Free |
| Amherst Veterans Canal Park | State Park | Free |
| Amsdell Heights Playground | State Park | Free |
| Angus Glen Village Green | Free | |
| Aqua Lane Park/Small Boat Launch | State Park | Free |
| Aquatic And Fitness Center | State Park | Free |
| Argyle Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Arlington | State Park | Free |
| Artisian Park | Free | |
| Ashton Meadows Park | Free | |
| Avery Field | State Park | Free |
| Bailey Peninsula Natural Habitat Park | State Park | Free |
| Bailey-Moreland | State Park | Free |
| Barrett | State Park | Free |
| Bassett Park | State Park | Free |
| Bathurst Estates Park | Free | |
| Baulder Street Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bayview Glen Park | Free | |
| Bayview Reservoir Park | Free | |
| Bayview Village Playground | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bedford Median | State Park | Free |
| Benz Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bethford Playground | State Park | Free |
| Beverley Glen Park | Free | |
| Beverly Rd Median | State Park | Free |
| Bickford & Alice Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Bickford & Edith Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Bickford & Suffolk Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Bidwell Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Big Tree Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bike Path | State Park | Free |
| Birchwood Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bird Island Pier | State Park | Free |
| Bird Sanctuary | State Park | Free |
| Bishops Cross Park | Free | |
| Black Creek Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Rock County Park | State Park | Free |
| Blasdell Fireman'S Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Boat Harbor | State Park | Free |
| Bob O'Link Parkette | Free | |
| Both Sides Of Harlem Rd | State Park | Free |
| Braddock Bay State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bradstock Park | Free | |
| Brighton Park | State Park | Free |
| Bristol Emslie Playground | State Park | Free |
| Broad St Park | State Park | Free |
| Broadway & Washington Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Broderick | State Park | Free |
| Brookdale (Morgan) | State Park | Free |
| Brunswick Blvd Median | State Park | Free |
| Buckhorn Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Buffalo Harbor State Park | State Park | Free |
| Building And Engineering Park | State Park | Free |
| Burke Green | State Park | Free |
| Burke Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Burmon Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Butler | State Park | Free |
| Cake Bread Park | Free | |
| California Road Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Calvert Park | Free | |
| Capen Median | State Park | Free |
| Caravelle Drive Park | State Park | Free |
| Carlton Park | Free | |
| Carriage Park Playground | State Park | Free |
| Caswell Park | Free | |
| Cathedral | State Park | Free |
| Cazenovia | State Park | Free |
| Cedargrove Park | State Park | Free |
| Centennial Gardens | State Park | Free |
| Centre Park | Free | |
| Chapin Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Chapman Park | Free | |
| Chatham Median | State Park | Free |
| Clinton Park | State Park | Free |
| Collins | State Park | Free |
| Colonial Circle | State Park | Free |
| Colty Corners | Free | |
| Columbus/Prospect | State Park | Free |
| Community Center And Playground | State Park | Free |
| Conacher Park | Free | |
| Conley Park North | Free | |
| Conley Park South | Free | |
| Coolidge Median | State Park | Free |
| Cordave Parkette | Free | |
| Creekside Court Park | State Park | Free |
| Creekwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Cresthaven Park | Free | |
| Crosby Park | Free | |
| Crosby Park | Free | |
| Culver Median | State Park | Free |
| Cummer Park | Free | |
| Cummer Parkette | Free | |
| Darien Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dartwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Davey & King Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Debonair Parkette | Free | |
| Deer Spring Playground | State Park | Free |
| Delaware | State Park | Free |
| Delaware - Crandall Circle | State Park | Free |
| Dellwood Park | State Park | Free |
| DeVeaux Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Devil's Hole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Difranco Park | State Park | Free |
| Dingens Park | State Park | Free |
| Donaldson Circle | State Park | Free |
| Dorchester Median | State Park | Free |
| Dorrance Circle | State Park | Free |
| Dorrance Park | State Park | Free |
| Dove Stone Park | Free | |
| Downham Green Park | Free | |
| Downsview Park | Free | |
| Duane Terrace Median | State Park | Free |
| Dunston Circle | State Park | Free |
| Durant | State Park | Free |
| Durham Road Playground | State Park | Free |
| Eagle & Franklin Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Earl W. Brydges Artpark | State Park | Free |
| East Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| East Niagara Park | State Park | Free |
| Eastern Park | State Park | Free |
| Ebenezer Land'S | State Park | Free |
| Ebenezer Land'S (Park) | State Park | Free |
| Eddie Dawson | State Park | Free |
| Electric Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| Elgin Mills Greenway | Free | |
| Ellicott Tennis Courts And Fields | State Park | Free |
| Elmwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Elmwood Village | State Park | Free |
| Emerson (Koons) | State Park | Free |
| Ensminger Playfield | State Park | Free |
| Erie Hills Pedestrian Mall | State Park | Free |
| Evangola State Park | State Park | Free |
| Expressway Diamonds At Sheridan Park | State Park | Free |
| Fairway Gardens Polayground | State Park | Free |
| Faulkner Park | State Park | Free |
| Ferry Circle | State Park | Free |
| Fireman'S Park | State Park | Free |
| Five Flags Park | State Park | Free |
| Florida Northland (Horrace) | State Park | Free |
| Fogelsonger Park Fogelsonger Park | State Park | Free |
| Fordham Median | State Park | Free |
| Fort Niagara State Park | State Park | Free |
| Four Mile Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Four Seasons | State Park | Free |
| Fr. Conway | State Park | Free |
| Franczyk | State Park | Free |
| Franklin Street Playground | State Park | Free |
| Front | State Park | Free |
| G. Ross Lord Park | Free | |
| Garnet Park | State Park | Free |
| Garrison Park | State Park | Free |
| Gates Circle | State Park | Free |
| Genesee Island | State Park | Free |
| Genesee River Fishing Access Site | State Park | Free |
| George Washington | State Park | Free |
| German Mills Meadow and Natural Habitat | Free | |
| German Mills Meadow and Natural Habitat | Free | |
| Gill Creek | State Park | Free |
| Gilmore Park | Free | |
| Glen Meadows Park | State Park | Free |
| Glen Shields Park | Free | |
| Glencrest Park | Free | |
| Glenny | State Park | Free |
| Gluck Park | State Park | Free |
| Golden Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gratwick Riverside Park | State Park | Free |
| Great Baehre Conservation Park | State Park | Free |
| Griffith Park | State Park | Free |
| Griffon Park | State Park | Free |
| H. D. Taylor (Boone) | State Park | Free |
| Hamburg Swim Center | State Park | Free |
| Hamlin Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hank Nowak | State Park | Free |
| Harding Median | State Park | Free |
| Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Harriet Hollister Spencer State Park | State Park | Free |
| Heacock | State Park | Free |
| Headwaters Community Park | Free | |
| Heath & Mildred | State Park | Free |
| Heatherton Parkette | Free | |
| Helmkay Park | Free | |
| Hendon Park | Free | |
| Hennepin | State Park | Free |
| Hennipen Park | State Park | Free |
| Herman Park | State Park | Free |
| Highland Avenue Tree Grove Park | State Park | Free |
| Houghton (Stachowski) | State Park | Free |
| Humboldt Pkwy Median | State Park | Free |
| Huntington Park | Free | |
| Irondequoit Bay Marine Park | State Park | Free |
| Irvington Playground | State Park | Free |
| Island Park | State Park | Free |
| Ives Park | State Park | Free |
| J.H. Williams | State Park | Free |
| Jayne Park | State Park | Free |
| Jesse Clipper Monument | State Park | Free |
| Jesse Kregal Trail (Scajaquada Pathway) | State Park | Free |
| John F. Kennedy | State Park | Free |
| John Honsberger Field Park | Free | |
| John K Thompson Pool | State Park | Free |
| John Tipp Park | Free | |
| Johnson Park | State Park | Free |
| Joseph Aaron Park | Free | |
| Joseph Davis State Park | State Park | Free |
| Juno Drive Playground | State Park | Free |
| Kaufman Playground | State Park | Free |
| Kay & Eggert | State Park | Free |
| Kelly Park | State Park | Free |
| Kenilworth Playground | State Park | Free |
| Kenmore-Main Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Kenney Field | State Park | Free |
| Kensington Pool Grounds | State Park | Free |
| Kenton-Brookwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Kermit & Olympic Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Keysa Park | State Park | Free |
| King High Park | Free | |
| King's College Park | Free | |
| Kiwanis Park | State Park | Free |
| Knox Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| La Salle Park | State Park | Free |
| Lafayette Park | State Park | Free |
| Lafayette Square | State Park | Free |
| Lake Erie Beach Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Erie State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake View | State Park | Free |
| Lakehurst Park | Free | |
| Lakeside Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lakeview Playground | State Park | Free |
| Lang Weber | State Park | Free |
| Langstaff School Park | Free | |
| Lanigan | State Park | Free |
| Larchmont Median | State Park | Free |
| Larratt Lea Park | Free | |
| Lasalle & Main Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Lasalle Island | State Park | Free |
| Lasalle Park | State Park | Free |
| Lasalle Waterfront Park | State Park | Free |
| Legends Basketball Court | State Park | Free |
| Legion Field | State Park | Free |
| Lehigh Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| Leighland Park | Free | |
| Leslie Greenbelt | Free | |
| Letchworth State Park | State Park | Free |
| Letchworth Woods | State Park | Free |
| Lewiston Town Park | State Park | Free |
| Liberty Park | State Park | Free |
| Life Memorial | State Park | Free |
| Lillian Park | Free | |
| Lincoln | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Park | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Linden Pk Median | State Park | Free |
| Lissom Park | Free | |
| Long Point State Park on Lake Chautauqua | State Park | Free |
| Loring Playground | State Park | Free |
| Lou Gehrig Amherst Park | State Park | Free |
| Lyth Playground | State Park | Free |
| Mackenna | State Park | Free |
| Main St. Median | State Park | Free |
| Main-Northland Monument | State Park | Free |
| Manhattan (Gleasner) | State Park | Free |
| Manor Lane Playground | State Park | Free |
| Marita Paine Park | Free | |
| Maritime Memorial | State Park | Free |
| Market Square | State Park | Free |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. | State Park | Free |
| Martin Road Playground | State Park | Free |
| Massachusetts | State Park | Free |
| Massachusetts Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Mcclellan Circle | State Park | Free |
| Mckinley Circle | State Park | Free |
| Meadowlakes Park | State Park | Free |
| Memorial & Curtiss | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Circle | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Drive | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Field | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Youth Center | State Park | Free |
| Meyer Playground | State Park | Free |
| Middlesex Median | State Park | Free |
| Midway State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mill Arbour Park | Free | |
| Mill Pond Park | Free | |
| Mill Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Millenium Park | Free | |
| Minnesota Linear Park | State Park | Free |
| Minnesota Median | State Park | Free |
| Misty Meadow Playground | State Park | Free |
| Misty Sugar Park | Free | |
| Morgan Boyle Park | Free | |
| Moselle Street | State Park | Free |
| Mt. Pleasant Park | Free | |
| Mullen | State Park | Free |
| Mulroy (George Herrmann Pg, Pierce Field) | State Park | Free |
| Mungovan | State Park | Free |
| N Legion & Cazenovia | State Park | Free |
| N Legion & Southside | State Park | Free |
| N Lincoln Pkwy Median | State Park | Free |
| Naval And Veteran'S Park | State Park | Free |
| Nettlecreek Park | State Park | Free |
| New Amsterdam Median | State Park | Free |
| New York State Lands | State Park | Free |
| Newport Square Park | Free | |
| Niagara & Court Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Niagara & Hampshire Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Niagara & School Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Niagara Falls State Park at Niagara Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Niagara Square | State Park | Free |
| Nikomis Park | State Park | Free |
| Nob Hill Park | State Park | Free |
| North & Lockport | State Park | Free |
| North Boston Park (David Finger Memorial Field) | State Park | Free |
| North End Playground | State Park | Free |
| North French Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| North Tonawanda Botanical Gardens | State Park | Free |
| Norway Pk Median | State Park | Free |
| Nottingham & Elmwood | State Park | Free |
| Oakgrove & Blaine Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Oakhurst Park | Free | |
| Odell Street Playground | State Park | Free |
| Ohr Menachem Park | Free | |
| Okell | State Park | Free |
| Old Towne Playground | State Park | Free |
| Onondaga Park | State Park | Free |
| Orchard Acres Park | State Park | Free |
| Orchard Park | State Park | Free |
| Orleans And 24Th | State Park | Free |
| Orleans And 25Th | State Park | Free |
| Osborne Playground | State Park | Free |
| Outdoor Basketball Courts And Park | State Park | Free |
| Paddock Park | Free | |
| Paderewski & Sears | State Park | Free |
| Parker Commons | State Park | Free |
| Parkside Park | State Park | Free |
| Patty Parete Park | State Park | Free |
| Peace Park | State Park | Free |
| Pelham Median | State Park | Free |
| Penhurst Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Perkins (Woodlawn) | State Park | Free |
| Perry Park | State Park | Free |
| Pfohl Park | State Park | Free |
| Pierre Elliot Trudeau Park | Free | |
| Pine Woods Park | State Park | Free |
| Pineway Park | Free | |
| Playground | State Park | Free |
| Playground (Fl-364) | State Park | Free |
| Playground & Ball Fields | State Park | Free |
| Porter Park | State Park | Free |
| Potomac & Bidwell Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Promenade Green Park | Free | |
| Promenade Park | Free | |
| Radcliffe Medians | State Park | Free |
| Raymond Park | State Park | Free |
| Rear Lands | State Park | Free |
| Red Jacket Riverfront Natural Habitat Park | State Park | Free |
| Redmond | State Park | Free |
| Redstone Park | Free | |
| Remembrance Park | State Park | Free |
| Reservoir State Park | State Park | Free |
| Richvale Greenway North | Free | |
| Ridgefield Playground | State Park | Free |
| Ridgewood Median | State Park | Free |
| Ridgewood Village Park | State Park | Free |
| Riverside | State Park | Free |
| Riverside Park | Free | |
| Riverwalk | State Park | Free |
| Riviera Park | Free | |
| Roanoke Median | State Park | Free |
| Robert Grundy Parkette | Free | |
| Rockford Park | Free | |
| Roosevelt | State Park | Free |
| Rosedale North Park | Free | |
| Rotary | State Park | Free |
| Rouge National Urban Park | Free | |
| Roundtree Playground | State Park | Free |
| Royal Orchard Park | Free | |
| Rumble Pond Park South | Free | |
| Rushcreek Playground | State Park | Free |
| S Legion & Cazenovia | State Park | Free |
| S Legion & Southside | State Park | Free |
| Sagamore Playground | State Park | Free |
| Scajaquada Pathway | State Park | Free |
| Scheu Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Schiller | State Park | Free |
| Scranton Playground | State Park | Free |
| Seminole Median | State Park | Free |
| Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park | State Park | Free |
| Seneca Indian | State Park | Free |
| Sheldon Park | State Park | Free |
| Sheridan Parkside Spray Zone | State Park | Free |
| Shoreham Median | State Park | Free |
| Short Hills Provincial Park | Free | |
| Shoshone | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silverview Park | Free | |
| Simonston Park | Free | |
| Sisti | State Park | Free |
| Skate Park | State Park | Free |
| Soldier'S Circle | State Park | Free |
| Sole Park | State Park | Free |
| Sperry | State Park | Free |
| Squaw Island | State Park | Free |
| St. Catherine'S Court Median | State Park | Free |
| St. Marys Median | State Park | Free |
| Stavert Park | Free | |
| Steelton Playground | State Park | Free |
| Stephenson Park | State Park | Free |
| Stiglmeier Park | State Park | Free |
| Stony Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Strawberry Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Summerdale Park | Free | |
| Sunset Park | State Park | Free |
| Swimming Pool/Playground | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore & Beckwith Monument | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore & Walden Monument | State Park | Free |
| Symphony Circle | State Park | Free |
| Taylor | State Park | Free |
| Taylor Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Templeton Park | State Park | Free |
| The Richmond Hill Rotary Club Park | Free | |
| Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $12 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Monument | State Park | Free |
| Thompson Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Thornlea East Park | Free | |
| Tifft (George Hartmann) Playfields | State Park | Free |
| Tifft Farms Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Tim Russert Children'S Garden | State Park | Free |
| Times Beach Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Tollbar Park | Free | |
| Tom Miklejn Field | State Park | Free |
| Tomaka Playground | State Park | Free |
| Tonawanda Recreation Department Park | State Park | Free |
| Toogood Park | Free | |
| Toohey Park | State Park | Free |
| Towpath Park | State Park | Free |
| Trinidad | State Park | Free |
| Trolley Stop Park | State Park | Free |
| Tuscarora Median | State Park | Free |
| Tuscarora Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Cornell Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Flower Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Mildred Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Winspear Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Union Ship Canal Commons | State Park | Free |
| University Ave. Median | State Park | Free |
| University Circle | State Park | Free |
| Vail Playground | State Park | Free |
| Valley View Park | Free | |
| Van Wyck Fields | State Park | Free |
| Vernon Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Veteran'S Park | State Park | Free |
| Veteran'S Stadium | State Park | Free |
| Veterans Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Veterans' Monument | State Park | Free |
| Victory Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| Viola Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Voorhees & North Circle | State Park | Free |
| W Genesee St Median | State Park | Free |
| Wade Gate Park | Free | |
| Walden (Scajaquada Little League) | State Park | Free |
| Walden Island | State Park | Free |
| Walton Woods Park | State Park | Free |
| Waterfront/Emerson Young | State Park | Free |
| Wehrle Faa Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Welch Memorial | State Park | Free |
| Wende (Spring St) | State Park | Free |
| Western Finger Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Amherst Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Berkshire Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Hewitt Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Stockbridge Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westview-Lenora Park | State Park | Free |
| Westwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Wetlands | State Park | Free |
| Whirlpool State Park | State Park | Free |
| Willert | State Park | Free |
| William & Ogden | State Park | Free |
| William St Median | State Park | Free |
| Williams Park | State Park | Free |
| Willow Run Playground | State Park | Free |
| Willowlawn Median | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends - Alden
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2,607 | $49,435 |
| 2015 | 2,585 | $52,005 |
| 2017 | 2,566 | $53,558 |
| 2019 | 2,567 | $60,361 |
| 2021 | 2,594 | $64,023 |
| 2023 | 2,599 | $74,426 |
Museums in Alden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMHERST MUSEUM | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7166891440 | $743,602 | |
| EXPLORE & MORE A CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 7166555131 | $533,595 | |
| HULL HOUSE FOUNDATION | HISTORY MUSEUM | 7166816451 | $171,744 | |
| WNY GAS & STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | 10400 GILLATE RD | 5855911204 | $76,385 |
| SCHUHPLATTLER GEBIRGSTRACHTEN VEREIN EDELWEISS | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7166831226 | $51,600 | |
| HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF CLARENCE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7167598575 | $44,066 | |
| AMHERST MUSEUM FOUNDATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | $22,130 | ||
| GENERAL PULASKI ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $21,176 | ||
| NEWSTEAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7165427022 | $15,742 | |
| AURORA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7166524735 | $13,735 | |
| MUSEUM OF EUROPEAN ART | ART MUSEUM | 7167596078 | $2,349 | |
| ATTICA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5855912161 | ||
| BUFFALO NIAGARA HERITAGE VILLAGE | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7166891440 | ||
| BUFFALO WEATHER EXPERIENCE CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 247 CAYUGA ROAD STE 200 | ||
| DEPEW HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7166831400 | ||
| ELBERT HUBBARD ROYCROFT MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7166524735 | ||
| ELMA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7166520759 | ||
| ELMA TOWN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7166550046 | ||
| FANDEMONEUM ASSOCIATION | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| JAVA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5854573436 | ||
| LANCASTER NEW YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MARILLA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1810 TWO ROD ROAD | 7166527608 | |
| OAKFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 7 MAPLE AVENUE | ||
| ORCHARD PARK TOWN HISTORICAL MUSEUM | HISTORY MUSEUM | 7166622185 | ||
| REINSTEIN WOODS NATURE PRESERVE | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 93 HONORINE DR | 7166835959 | |
| REINSTEIN WOODS NATURE RESERVE AND EDUCATIONAL CENTER | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 93 HONORINE DR | 7166835959 | |
| TOY TOWN MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 7166875151 |
Libraries in Alden
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEEKTOWAGA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1030 LOSSON ROAD | 0.0 | 259,738 | |||
| CLARENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY | THREE TOWN PLACE | 0.0 | 126,049 | |||
| LANCASTER PUBLIC LIBRARY | 5466 BROADWAY | 0.0 | 106,074 | |||
| AURORA TOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY | 550 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 98,047 | |||
| STEVENS MEMORIAL COMMUNITY LIBRARY | 146 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 75,996 | |||
| ELMA PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1860 BOWEN ROAD | 0.0 | 55,538 | |||
| NEWSTEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 33 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 41,935 | |||
| MARILLA FREE LIBRARY | 11637 BULLIS ROAD | 0.0 | 20,099 | |||
| HAXTON MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 3 NORTH PEARL STREET | 0.0 | 18,545 | |||
| EWELL FREE LIBRARY | 13280 BROADWAY | 0.0 | 17,832 | |||
| CORFU FREE LIBRARY | 7 MAPLE AVENUE | 0.0 | 7,791 |
Farmers Markets in Alden
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clarence Hollow Farmers' Market | New Town lot, 10717 Main St. (route 5) | 06/07/2014 to 10/25/2014 | Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| East Aurora Farmers Market | 123 Grey St | 05/02/2014 to 11/25/2015 | Wed: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Eastgate Plaza Farmers Market | 4927 - 5089 Transit Road | 05/23/2018 to 10/24/2018 | Wed: 3:00 PM-7:00 PM; | Yes | |
| Farmers' Market at the Williamsville Mill | 56 E. Spring St | May to October | Sat:8:00 am - 1:00 pm; | Yes | |
| Lancaster Market | 4913 Transit Road | 05/03/2015 to 10/25/2015 | Sun: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Siler's Farm Market | 1911 Rt 78 | Visit |
Restaurants in Alden
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Darrow's Resturaunt
Gregario's
Cafes in Alden
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Tim Hortons
Tim Hortons
Gas Stations in Alden
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Sunoco
Tops
Banks in Alden
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Alden State Bank
Golf Courses in Alden
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Kis’ N Greens Golf Course
Breweries in Alden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 189 Public House | Restaurant, Restaurants, Bar, Brewery, and Restaurant, Brewery, Bar | 189 Main St | 7196528189, 7166528189 | Visit |
| 42 North Brewing Co. | Brewery | 25 Pine St | 7168057500 | Visit |
| Buffalo Brew Pub, Buffalo Brewpub | American Restaurant, Restaurant, Brewery, American Restaurant, and Bar, Brewery, Bar | 6861 Main St | 7166320552, 17166320552 | Visit |
| Harris Hill Inn | breweries & brew pubs, hotels & motels, bar & grill restaurants | 8595 Main St | 7166342464 | |
| High Horse Brewing | Brewery | 24 N Pleasant St | 4132303034 | Visit |
| Marilla Grill | bar & grill restaurants, Bars, Restaurant, breweries & brew pubs, Taverns | 11591 Bullis Rd | 7166523097 | Visit |
| New York Beer Project | Brewery | 6933 S Transit Rd | 7162041122 | Visit |
| Valley Inn | bar & grill restaurants, Bars, Caterers, Restaurants, hotels & motels, Restaurants & Bars, caterers, | 8082 Olean Rd | 7165372983, 7165372641, 7165379192 | Visit |
Pharmacies in Alden
3 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ALDEN PHARMACY | 13203 BROADWAY STREET | 716-937-9818 |
| RITE AID - 10805 | 13090 BROADWAY STREET | 716-937-9141 |
| TOPS | 12775 BROADWAY STREET | 716-937-6316 |
Daycare Centers in Alden
1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| KELLY'S IMAGINATION STATION, INC. 12835 BROADWAY |
CENTER BASED, DCC | (716) 937-4602 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Alden
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 1326 Main Road (95329) | GTOWER | 112 |
| EAST MAIN ST., PEMBROKE, NY | TOWER | 112 |
| SCHWAB RD (95371) | GTOWER | 98 |
| 2694 TOWN LINE ROAD (95386) | GTOWER | 80 |
| 3861 Four Rod Road (58646) | LTOWER | 78 |
| 9151 Lake Road (1127) | GTOWER | 61 |
| 3631 CRITTENDEN ROAD (58597) | GTOWER | 60 |
| 12569 REINHART ROAD | TOWER | 59 |
| 4490 S NEWSTEAD RD (43200) | MTOWER | 54 |
| MAXON ROAD | TOWER | 51 |
| 644 Exchange Street (87362) | MTOWER | 49 |
| 6243 BENNING ROAD | TOWER | 47 |
| 11283 MAIN ST | TOWER | 47 |
| 12200 MAIN ROAD (58590) | LTOWER | 34 |
Fire Stations in Alden
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Fire Department | 13336 Broadway ST | Volunteer | 716-937-9216 | ||
| Cowlesville Fire Company | 789 Church ST | Volunteer | 716-937-6991 | ||
| Crittenden Volunteer Fire Department | 13415 Genesee ST | Volunteer | 716-937-9166 | ||
| Millgrove Volunteer Fire Department | 11621 Genesee ST | Volunteer | 716-937-7612 | ||
| Wende Corr Facility Fire Response Team | Wende RD | Volunteer | 716-937-4000 |
Bridges in Alden
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 2010 | 34 | 3,381 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1964 | 68 | 3,376 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1952 | 129 | 2,910 | P | |
| Arch (Deck) | Concrete | 1947 | 125 | 2,645 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1958 | 30 | 2,506 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1953 | 30 | 2,130 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1990 | 88 | 2,125 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 220 | 1,610 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1968 | 116 | 1,571 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1981 | 98 | 1,480 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1995 | 71 | 1,480 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1995 | 66 | 1,480 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1960 | 110 | 970 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1998 | 91 | 700 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1961 | 38 | 580 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1975 | 159 | 183 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 2018 | 32 | 108 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1966 | 86 | 60 | F | |
| Truss (Thru) | Wood or Timber | 2022 | 117 | 54 | G |
Correctional Facilities in Alden
| Name | Address | Type | Population | Capacity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WENDE CORRECTIONAL FACILITY | 3040 WENDE RD | STATE | 872 | 919 | OPEN |
| ERIE COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY | 11581 WALDEN AVE | COUNTY | 606 | 884 | CLOSED |
| BUFFALO CORRECTIONAL FACILITY | 3052 WENDE RD | STATE | -999 | CLOSED |
Amtrak Stations in Alden
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, NY | 55 Dick Road | TRAIN |
Airports Near Alden
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Niagara International Airport | BUF | Large Airport |
| Niagara District Airport | YCM | Medium Airport |
| Niagara Falls International Airport | IAG | Medium Airport |
| Akron Airport/Jesson Field | - | Small Airport |
| Arcade Tri County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Basher Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bent-Wing Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Berdick Field | - | Small Airport |
| Bethany Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Bloecher Farm Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Buffalo Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Buffalo Lancaster Regional Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Cambria Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Campbell Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cattaraugus County-Olean Airport | OLE | Small Airport |
| Clarence Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Cummings Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dawn Patrol Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Evans Airways Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Flying F Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fort Erie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Four Seasons Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gaines Valley Aviation Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Genesee County Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Geneseo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gentzke Aeronautical Park Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gowanda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Great Valley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hamburg Inc Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hedge Hop Field | - | Small Airport |
| High Acres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hollands International Field | - | Small Airport |
| Keysa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Knowlesville Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Le Roy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ledgedale Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Manitou Field | - | Small Airport |
| Maple Ridge Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Maynard's Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mc Kinney Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merkle Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Merrimac Farms Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mesmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Neverland Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Niagara South Airport | - | Small Airport |
| North Buffalo Suburban Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Olcott-Newfane Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Palmer Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Para-Tech Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Perry-Warsaw Airport | - | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Alden
5 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| East Aurora Police Dept. | ||
| Erie County Sheriff | ||
| New York State Police | ||
| Orchard Park Police Station | ||
| Town of Lancaster Police Department | 525 Pavement Road |
Grocery Stores in Alden
10 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 7-Eleven 35254H | Convenience Store | 12300 Walden Ave |
| Crosby's 40022 | Convenience Store | 13285 Broadway St |
| Dollar General 21764 | Other | 12220 Walden Ave |
| Dollar General 8363 | Other | 13475 Broadway St |
| Dollar Tree 5912 | Other | 12771 Broadway St |
| KADDS MART | Convenience Store | 234 Clinton St |
| McDonald's #24722 | Restaurant Meals Program | 12755 Broadway St |
| Save A Lot 21610 | Supermarket | 13107 Broadway St |
| Sunoco Aplus | Convenience Store | 13320 Broadway St |
| Tops Markets 261 | Supermarket | 12775 Broadway St |
Post Offices in Alden
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| United States Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Alden
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| East Amherst Family Recovery Center - Outpatient Clinic | Substance Abuse | 716-418-8531 |
| Lancaster Recovery and Treatment Ctr - Buffalo Psychiatric Center | Mental Health | 716-684-2662 |
DOL Wage Violations in Alden
9 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $33,008 in back wages owed to 82 employees.
9
Violations
$33,008
Back Wages Owed
82
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John & Mary's | - | - | 14004 | - | 2 | $9,781 | $445 | 22 |
| DORITEX CORP. [OSHA] | - | - | 14004 | Drycleaning and Laundry Services (except Coin-Operated) | 2 | $8,250 | $375 | 22 |
| ZOLADZ CONSTRUCTION CO., INC. | - | - | 14004 | Highway, Street, and Bridge Construction | 1 | $5,335 | $333 | 16 |
| Madcom Inc. | - | - | 14004 | - | 1 | $3,091 | $3,091 | 1 |
| MB Environmental Consulting, Inc. | - | - | 14004 | - | 1 | $2,354 | $2,354 | 1 |
| Zoladz Construction Company-Sandy | - | - | 14004 | - | 1 | $1,269 | $159 | 8 |
| Town Line Pizza | - | - | 14004 | - | 1 | $1,180 | $295 | 4 |
| Alden IRA | - | NYSARC, Inc., Erie County dba The Arc Erie County New York | 14004 | - | 1 | $1,045 | $149 | 7 |
| Alden, Town of | - | - | 14004 | - | 1 | $702 | $702 | 1 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alden
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| FOLSOMDALE BAPTIST CHURCH | 1366 FOLSOMDALE RD |
| MARS HALL GROVE INC | 1026 REILEIN RD |
| NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH | PO BOX 58 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST R C CHURCH | 2021 SANDRIDGE RD |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alden
What is the population of Alden?
Alden has a population of 2,595 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 954 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.1% female and 47.9% male.
Is Alden expensive to live in?
Alden is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $74,426, 1% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $206,700 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $804 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Alden safe?
The violent crime rate in Alden is 466 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,935 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Alden receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Alden?
Alden has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.
How is the job market in Alden?
The job market in Alden is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,288. There are 25,097 business establishments in the area, including 2,341 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 3.9% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Alden?
The median home value in Alden is $206,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,231. For renters, the median monthly rent is $804. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.9%. The average annual property tax is $8,093.
How are the schools in Alden?
Schools in Alden score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 29.0% of adults in Alden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 9.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Alden?
The obesity rate in Alden is 31.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 12.5% of adults are smokers. 21.2% are physically inactive. 22.7% of residents report depression. 5.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 97.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,366.
What is transportation like in Alden?
The average commute in Alden is 28 minutes. 81.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.9% work from home.
What are the demographics of Alden?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Alden is 94.5% White. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 10.7% of the population are military veterans. 15.5% of residents have a disability. 98.6% have health insurance coverage.
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