Big Flats, NY

New York · Chemung County · Elmira Metro

Big Flats is a small city in New York with a population of 5,846. Residents earn $101,771 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0

A Great

5,846 Population 350/sq mi density

$101,771 Median Income $57,138 per capita

$224,000 Home Value $245,832 Zillow

$1,394 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent

48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

278 Violent Crime/100K 3,347 property/100K

Overall

4.0 / 5.0

Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$101,771 median income, 1.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$224,000 home value, $1,394/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

278 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)

A+

Education

5.0 / 5.0

52.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $101,771

35% higher than US avg

Home Value $224,000

21% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 278/100K

27% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 52.3%

55% higher than US avg

Median Rent $1,394

20% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 25.7%

20% lower than US avg

Unemployment 1.5%

58% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.2%

82% lower than US avg

How Big Flats Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,846

Median Age45.4 yrs

Density350/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$101,771

Per Capita$57,138

Unemployment1.5%

Poverty2.2%

County GDP$4,774M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$224,000

Rent$1,394

Ownership85.6%

Zillow$245,832

Housing Units2,686

Rent Burden26.1%

Crime

Violent278/100K

Property3,347/100K

Health

Obesity25.7%

Uninsured4.2%

Smoking9.9%

Depression20.5%

Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain32.4 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation942 ft (287 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+52.3%

High School+98.6%

Graduate+24.2%

School Score4.93

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute18 min

Broadband94.7%

EV Stations1

Libraries6

Is Big Flats a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Flats receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Big Flats stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Flats is $101,771, which is significantly higher than the national average / 35% above $75,149. This places Big Flats among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Big Flats is $224,000, 21% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,394 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Big Flats is below the national average at 278 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,347 per 100,000, 71% above the national average.

Education

Big Flats is a highly educated community / 52.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Flats experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Big Flats has a population of 5,846 with a density of 350 people per square mile, spread across 16.7 square miles. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 49.2% female and 50.8% male. The city is predominantly White (93.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.3% of residents, while 5.7% speak Spanish. 10.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 8.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,846

Total Population

350

People / sq mi

45.4yrs

Median Age

17% above US avg

16.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Flats vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.3%

20% above US avg

Spanish 5.7%

57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Big Flats vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Flats is $101,771, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,138 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,177, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,914 business establishments, including 192 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 12.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Big Flats vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$101,771
	35% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$57,138
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,177
IRS Avg AGI	$67,755
Gini Index	0.460 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.5%
	58% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.2%
	82% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,914
County GDP	$4,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants	192
Healthcare	189
Retail	305
Manufacturing	83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,776
	122% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.6 min
Drive Alone	83.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Big Flats is $224,000, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,832. Homes sell for 100.7% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,394 (20% above 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. 85.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,686 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $7,776 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$224,000
	21% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$245,832
Median List Price	$296,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$296,950
$/Sq Ft	$141
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.7%
Price Drops	14.3%
Inventory	7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,394
	20% above US avg
Rent Burden	26.1%

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	85.6%
Owner-Occupied	85.6%
Renter-Occupied	14.4%
Housing Units	2,686
Median Year Built	1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,776
	122% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.47%

In Big Flats, 25.7% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.0% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.3% of residents, below the national average. 27.1% have high blood pressure. 9.9% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.5% report binge drinking. 17.8% are physically inactive, below the national average. 20.5% report depression. 15.4% experience frequent mental distress. 4.2% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,278. The dentist ratio is 1:1,536. 81.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Big Flats vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	25.7%
	20% below US avg
Diabetes	7.0%
Heart Disease	4.3%
High Blood Pressure	27.1%
Asthma	10.2%
COPD	4.4%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.9%
	29% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.5%
Physical Inactivity	17.8%
Depression	20.5%
Mental Distress	15.4%
Physical Distress	10.1%
Short Sleep	33.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.5%
Uninsured	4.2%
	51% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,278
Dentists	1:1,536
Mental Health	1:290
Checkup Rate	79.2%
Dental Visits	69.5%
Premature Death	9,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	81.7%
Healthcare Facilities	189

Big Flats has a violent crime rate of 278 per 100,000 residents, 27% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,347 per 100,000, 71% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Big Flats receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Big Flats vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	277.8/100K
	27% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	3,346.9/100K
	71% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Big Flats experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)

Annual Average	48.0°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	942 ft (287 m)
Area	16.7 sq mi (43.2 km²)
Population Density	350/sq mi
Coordinates	42.1636°N, 76.9087°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Chemung County County
Nearest Airport	Elmira/Corning Regional (ELM) 3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"

15% below US avg

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.94"

Driest Month (Jan) 1.93"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	54.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability	41.0 / 100
Community Resilience	86.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	Relatively Low
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.2. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Feb 3, 2001	6 km W of Bath, New York	M3.2	45 km
Jun 5, 2009	4 km SSE of Attica, New York	M2.9	132 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	70 km
Mar 15, 2022	5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York	M2.6	118 km
Apr 11, 2007	6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York	M2.6	129 km
Jan 25, 1999	New York	M2.5	100 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

138 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 5 fatalities, 55 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jul 21, 2003	EF3	89 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF3	93 km	2
May 31, 1998	EF3	63 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	36 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	24 km	0
Jun 2, 1969	EF3	95 km	0
Aug 30, 1955	EF3	19 km	0
Oct 2, 2018	EF2	72 km	0
Jun 13, 2018	EF2	53 km	0
Jul 8, 2014	EF2	77 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF2	17 km	0
Sep 3, 1993	EF2	93 km	0
Aug 28, 1990	EF2	38 km	0
Aug 28, 1988	EF2	96 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF2	52 km	0
Apr 14, 1974	EF2	88 km	0
Aug 16, 1966	EF2	96 km	0
Sep 19, 1954	EF2	74 km	0
Sep 19, 1954	EF2	71 km	0
Aug 7, 2023	EF1	63 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

4 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: BULL RUN (2,003 ac, 2008).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2008	BULL RUN	2,003	80 km
2010	DRY MARSH	1,018	92 km
2009	WOODRUFF	757	65 km
2006	OKOME ROAD	573	95 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	25°F (-4°C)	1.9 in	Driest
February	24°F (-4°C)	2.0 in	Coldest
March	33°F (1°C)	2.5 in
April	45°F (7°C)	2.8 in
May	56°F (13°C)	3.2 in
June	64°F (18°C)	3.9 in	Wettest
July	70°F (21°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	67°F (19°C)	3.1 in
September	60°F (15°C)	3.3 in
October	49°F (9°C)	2.7 in
November	39°F (4°C)	3.0 in
December	28°F (-2°C)	2.4 in

Big Flats has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 24°F in February to 70°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (1.9").

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Big Flats is located in Chemung County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 52.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 24.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 58.4% of the vote, a 16.8-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 189 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%

D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
Traffic Accidents	1
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	52.3%
	55% above US avg
High School+	98.6%
Graduate Degree+	24.2%
School Test Score	4.93

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	350/sq mi
Total Area	16.7 sq mi
County	Chemung County County

Services

Broadband Access	94.7%
Avg Download Speed	173.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	189
Restaurants	192
Retail Stores	305

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.6 min
Drive Alone	83.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.5%

Average costs for common services in Big Flats. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,070
Toddler	$996
Preschool	$866
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$823
Toddler	$779
Preschool	$758

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Chemung 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	5,770	200	$65,568	1.19
Manufacturing	4,624	94	$77,164	1.67
Retail Trade	4,534	285	$37,543	1.35
Accommodation & Food Services	3,095	205	$24,651	1.01
Transportation & Warehousing	1,585	53	$55,849	1.11
Construction	1,478	150	$75,239	0.83
Administrative & Waste Services	1,283	105	$41,078	0.65
Other Services	786	175	$35,493	0.77
Finance & Insurance	714	79	$78,900	0.52
Professional & Technical Services	647	109	$74,004	0.28
Educational Services	474	17	$44,745	0.68
Information & Technology	386	17	$72,536	0.61
Arts & Entertainment	304	30	$22,108	0.54
Real Estate	276	60	$52,703	0.53
Management of Companies	168	18	$98,007	0.30
Mining & Oil/Gas	150	4	$142,328	1.18
Unclassified	64	81	$36,763	1.36
Agriculture & Forestry	43	14	$23,060	0.16

Schools in Big Flats

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
BIG FLATS SCHOOL	Elementary	388	27	14.4:1

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Radio Stations near Big Flats

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Family Life - A Family Life Christmas (MP3)	christmas music	MP3 192 kbps
WVBR FM 93.5	college radio	MP3 128 kbps
Family Life - A Family Life Christmas (AAC)	christmas music	AAC+ 128 kbps
WVBR	alternative	MP3 128 kbps
WRFI	community radio	AAC 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Big Flats

8 campgrounds found near Big Flats.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Blueberry Patch Campground	4.8/5	—	$15
LAWRENCE RECREATION AREA	4.5/5	1	$40
IVES RUN	4.4/5	186	$24–$46
SOUTH SHORE RECREATION AREA	4.4/5	3	$40
TOMPKINS	4.4/5	119	$24–$46
Backbone Horse Campground	4.0/5	—	$15
POTOMAC GROUP CAMPGROUND	4.0/5	1	Free
LAMBS CREEK RECREATION AREA	—	1	Free

National Parks Near Big Flats

48 national parks and monuments found near Big Flats.

Park	Type	Fee
Bonavista State Park	State Park	Free
Bucktail State Park	State Park	Free
Buttermilk Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Cayuga Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Cherry Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Clark Reservation State Park	State Park	Free
Colton Point State Park	State Park	Free
Denton Hill State Park	State Park	Free
Fillmore Glen State Park	State Park	Free
Genesee River Fishing Access Site	State Park	Free
Glens Natural Area	State Park	Free
Green Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Harriet Hollister Spencer State Park	State Park	Free
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Hills Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Hyner Run State Park	State Park	Free
Hyner View State Park	State Park	Free
Indian Hills State Golf Course	State Park	Free
Keuka Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Leonard Harrison State Park	State Park	Free
Little Pine State Park	State Park	Free
Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)	State Park	Free
Lyman Run State Park	State Park	Free
Mark Twain State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
New York State Lands	State Park	Free
Newtown Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Nosewicz	State Park	Free
Old Erie Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Ole Bull State Park	State Park	Free
Park	State Park	Free
Patterson State Park	State Park	Free
Pinnacle State Park	State Park	Free
Ricketts Glenn State Park	State Park	Free
Robert H. Treman State Park	State Park	Free
Sampson State Park	State Park	Free
Schapiro-Vernon	State Park	Free
Seneca Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Stony Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Susquehanna State Park	State Park	Free
Taughannock Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Two Rivers State Park	State Park	Free
Upper Pine Bottom State Park	State Park	Free
Watkins Glen State Park	State Park	Free
Western Finger Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Women's Rights National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Worlds End State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Big Flats

183+ trails found near Big Flats.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
BACKBONE	6.9	SNOW	—	—	—
INTERLOKEN	5.1	SNOW	—	—	—
INTERLOKEN	4.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INTERLOKEN	4.0	SNOW	—	—	—
INTERLOKEN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INTERLOKEN	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
INTERLOKEN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
INTERLOKEN	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	1.7	SNOW	—	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
BURNT HILL	1.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BURNT HILL	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BURNT HILL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC	0.9	SNOW	—	—	—
BACKBONE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BACKBONE	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
BACKBONE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BACKBONE	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BACKBONE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH SLOPE	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SOUTH SLOPE	0.7	SNOW	—	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVINE	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC PONDS	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
BACKBONE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BACKBONE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC PONDS	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOSSENVUE	0.4	IMPORTED LOOSE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
GORGE PONDS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC PONDS	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BACKBONE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BURNT HILL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HORSE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVINE LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC PONDS	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RAVINE	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INTERLOKEN	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC INTERPRETIVE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC - FOSTER POND	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
GORGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVINE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVINE LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC CAMPGROUD CUTOFF	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS ACCESS	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RAVINE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC INTERPRETIVE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALLARD POND	0.1	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BURNT HILL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BURNT HILL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BURNT HILL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RAVINE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BURNT HILL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FOSSENVUE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
SOUTH SLOPE	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
RAVINE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVINE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS ACCESS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC CAMPGROUND ACCESS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
INTERLOKEN	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RAVINE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HORSE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BALLARD POND	0.0	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BACKBONE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVINE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GORGE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NO-TAN-TAKTO	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RAVINE	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RAVINE LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
POTOMAC PONDS	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BURNT HILL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
FINGER LAKES	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Big Flats

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	5,552	$62,991
2015	5,303	$65,269
2017	5,463	$75,645
2019	5,215	$83,198
2021	5,929	$85,021
2023	5,846	$101,771

Museums in Big Flats

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
GEORGE�WATERS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM			$72,876,680
CHEMUNG COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077344167	$705,866
ELDRIDGE PARK CAROUSEL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077328440	$550,426
WATKINS GLEN MOTOR RACING RESEARCH COUNCIL	HISTORY MUSEUM		6075359044	$546,679
ARNOT ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM	235 LAKE ST		$453,280
WINGS OF EAGLES DISCOVERY CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM		6077966597	$386,794
NATIONAL SOARING MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6077343128	$293,564
REGIONAL SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY CENTER	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM	425 PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE	6077348823	$288,537
BENJAMIN PATTERSON INN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6079375281	$155,839
CORNING - PAINTED POST HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6079375281	$155,839
CORNING PAINTED POST HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6079375281	$155,839
HISTORIC ELMIRA	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 252	6073986071	$47,511
JOHN W JONES MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6077339335	$37,512
HORSEHEADS CULTURAL CENTER & HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	312 W BROAD�STREET		$34,947
CHEMUNG VALLEY LIVING HISTORY CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	PO BOX 475	6077330950	$3,283
ANTIQUE WIRELESS ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	6925 NEW YORK 5	5852575119
BIG FLATS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6075627460
CARIBBEAN VOLUNTEER EXPEDITIONS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6079627846
CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		6079629222
CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS	GENERAL MUSEUM		6079375371
CORNING-PAINTED POST HISTORICAL SOC. - BENJAMIN PATTERSON INN MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6079375281
DUNN FIELD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
ELMIRA HEIGHTS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077347046
ELMIRA RAILWAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HISTORIC 1897 FIREHOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077346689
HORNBY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PAINTED POST ERWIN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6079620249
POP CORN TRUCK PRESERVATION SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM
ROCKWELL MUSEUM OF WESTERN ART	GENERAL MUSEUM		6079375386
SCHUYLER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	108 N CATHERINE STREET	6075359741
SOUTHPORT HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SPENCER CREST NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	PO BOX 22	6079629012
TANGLEWOOD COMMUNITY NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	443 COLEMAN AVENUE	6077326060
WATKINS GLEN MOTOR RACING RESEARCH LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		6075359044
ZIM HOUSE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	601 N PINE STREET	6077391926

Libraries in Big Flats

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CHEMUNG COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT	101 EAST CHURCH STREET	318,852
SOUTHEAST STEUBEN COUNTY LIBRARY	300 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SUITE 101	207,835
WATKINS GLEN CEN SCH DIS FREE PUB LIB	610 SOUTH DECATUR STREET	43,035
MONTOUR FALLS MEMORIAL LIBRARY	406 MAIN STREET	11,892
DUTTON S. PETERSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY	106 FIRST ST.	10,748
LYONS REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT	405 MAIN STREET	8,349

Farmers Markets in Big Flats

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Corning Farmers Market	Riverfront Centennial Park, Gaffer District
East Side Farmers' Market	760 E Water St Elmira	06/15/2018 to 10/12/2018	Fri: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Elmira Wisner Park Farmers Market	N. Main St. & W. Church Street
Grove Park Farmers' Market	Corner of 4th & Walnut Street Grove Park, Schuyler Co.
Montour Falls Farmers Market	300 West Main Street	05/03/2018 to 10/04/2018	Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Painted Post Farmers' Marker -Summer	277 Steuben St	06/04/2016 to 10/29/2016	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;
Schuyler County Farm & Craft Market	Fireman's Carnival Grounds, Rt. 224, Montour Falls
Watkins Glen Farmers Market	Lafayette Park, 5th & Porter Sts
Wisner Farmers Market / Lunch in the Park	Wisner Park, N Main

Hotels in Big Flats

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Inn

Hilton Garden Inn

Restaurants in Big Flats

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Applebee's

Bluestone Grub & Go

Chili's

Kyoto

Mooney’s Sports Bar & Grill

Olive Garden

Red Lobster

Ruby Tuesday

Sushi Wa

Cinemas in Big Flats

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Regal Arnot Mall

Monuments in Big Flats

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Soaring Capital of America

Clinics in Big Flats

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Guthrie Big Flats Primary Care

Guthrie Big Flats Specialties and Rehabilitation Services

Southern Tier Medical Care

WellNow Urgent Care

Gas Stations in Big Flats

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dandy

Speedway

Sunoco

Banks in Big Flats

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chemung Canal Trust Company

OneMain Financial

Shopping Malls in Big Flats

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arnot Mall

Gyms in Big Flats

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Planet Fitness

Golf Courses in Big Flats

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harris Hill Golf Course

Willowcreek Golf Club - 18 Hole

Willowcreek Golf Club - 9 Hole

Breweries in Big Flats

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Birdland Brewing Co	Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Breweries, Brewery, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores	1015 Kendall St	16077692337, 6077692337	Visit
Crooked Rooster Pub & Wildflower Cafe	Pub, Brewery, Ny>pub, Ny>brewery, Ny>american Restaurant	301 N Franklin St	6075359797
Elbow Room	Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, American, Bar & Grill Restaurants	1055 3/4 Walnut St	6077349166	Visit
Elmira Coca-cola Bottling Co	, Horseheads Bottlers, Beverages, (3), Breweries, (2), Bottled and Canned Soft Drinks and Carbonated	210 Industrial Park Rd	6077395679, 6077395678	Visit
Horseheads Brewing Company	Brewery	250 Old Ithaca Rd	6077398468	Visit
Iron Flamingo Brewery	autos, Brewers, auto supplies, tire	196 Baker St	6079627931, 6079364766	Visit
Keuka Brewing Co Llc	Brewers	125 Denison Pkwy E	6075238997	Visit
Rooster Fish Brewing Tasting Room and Beer Garden	Brewery, Souvenir Shop	109 111 N Franklin St	6075352400	Visit
Upstate Brewing Company, Upstate Brewing Co.	Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores	3028 Lake Rd	6077422750, 6077330904	Visit
Wildflower Cafe & Crooked Rooster Brewpub	Pub, Brewery, American Restaurant	223 301 N Franklin St	6075359797	Visit

Daycare Centers in Big Flats

2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
COUNTRY KIDS CHILDCARE CENTER, LLC 259 DANIEL ZENKER DRIVE	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 562-7630	OPEN
YWCA KIDS WORLD AT BIG FLATS SCHOOL 543 MAPLE ST.	CENTER BASED — SACC	(607) 739-6373	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Big Flats

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
KIA ELMIRA CT-4020-1	951 County Rte 64	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Big Flats

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
9725 STEAMTOWN ROAD	TOWER	95
9725 STEAMTOWN ROAD (95379)	GTOWER	95
4829 Stoney Ridge Rd (95339 )	LTOWER	92
10385 HIGMAN HILL RD (42555)	GTOWER	79
454 PROSPECT HILL ROAD	TOWER	64
Higman Hill Road	TOWER	60
11895 HICKLING RD (42091)	GTOWER	60
213 HOLDEN STREET (2708)	LTOWER	56
Goundry Hill Road	LTOWER	50
850 RICE ROAD	MTOWER	49
195 Halderman Hollow Road	TOWER	34

Fire Stations in Big Flats

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Big Flats Fire Department	505 Maple ST	Mostly volunteer			607-562-3063
Monterey Volunteer Fire Company, Inc.	1465 South ST	Volunteer			607-962-2261

Power Plants Near Big Flats

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CHAMBERS ROAD SOLAR	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-76.9	OP

Bridges in Big Flats

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1956	27	28,391	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1969	186	18,879	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	52	15,791	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	72	15,791	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2003	111	15,791	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	52	15,552	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1956	72	15,552	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2003	111	15,552	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1994	330	7,368	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	62	6,547	F
Culvert	Concrete	1932	51	6,547	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1924	38	6,547	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1924	38	6,547	F
Frame	Concrete	2012	40	5,429	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1924	33	5,006	F
Culvert	Concrete	1964	26	4,876	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1994	26	4,858	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2004	168	4,858	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2004	153	4,858	G
Culvert	Concrete	1994	32	4,858	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1985	187	4,464	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1960	592	3,064	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1985	100	2,523	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1987	233	2,421	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	55	2,185	G
Culvert	Concrete	1998	27	2,177	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	61	2,177	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	44	1,564	F
Frame	Concrete	2019	27	1,439	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1981	40	1,439	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1934	28	1,098	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1976	32	871	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1976	86	667	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1979	57	377	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1946	30	300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1934	28	252	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1944	35	246	F
Slab	Wood or Timber	1962	27	246	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1944	35	246	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	31	233	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1980	26	204	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1974	26	204	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2010	67	191	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1999	31	184	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	40	107	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1950	31	85	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1991	55	36	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1998	52	10	P

Airports Near Big Flats

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Elmira Corning Regional Airport	ELM	Medium Airport
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport	ITH	Medium Airport
Airy-Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
AKM Airfield	—	Small Airport
Baker Airport	—	Small Airport
Bradford County Airport	—	Small Airport
Canaan Field	—	Small Airport
Canandaigua Airport	IUA	Small Airport
Cash Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Champ Field	—	Small Airport
Corning Painted Post Airport	—	Small Airport
Cortland County Chase Field	CTX	Small Airport
Coye Field	—	Small Airport
Culver Airfield	—	Small Airport
Dodge/Coppola/Wheeler Airport	—	Small Airport
Dwight's Delight Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Elk Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Finger Lakes Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Grammar Airport	—	Small Airport
Grand Canyon Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Greenlawn Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Grund Field	—	Small Airport
Harris Hill Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Henion Private Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Hi Line Lodge Airport	—	Small Airport
Jolamtra Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Kayutah Lake/James & Helene D Allen Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Kohn Airport	—	Small Airport
Krenzers Airport	—	Small Airport
Lars/Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Logue Airport	—	Small Airport
Loucks Airport	—	Small Airport
Malco Airport	—	Small Airport
Mariwill Airport	—	Small Airport
Match Mate Airport	—	Small Airport
Matejka Field	—	Small Airport
Merritt Field	—	Small Airport
Middlebury Airport	—	Small Airport
Middlesex Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Midlakes Airport	—	Small Airport
Murphy Field	—	Small Airport
Neno Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Fort Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Old Port Royal Airport	—	Small Airport
Omni Airpark	—	Small Airport
Ovid Airport	—	Small Airport
Owasco Airport	—	Small Airport
Penn Yan Airport	—	Small Airport
Randall's Roost Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Big Flats

4 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Corning City Police Department
Elmira Heights Police Department	215 Elmwood Avenue
Horseheads Police Department	202 South Main Street
Painted Post Police Department	261 Steuben Street

Grocery Stores in Big Flats

11 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Dandy Mini Mart 11	Convenience Store	3149 State Route 352
Dandy Mini Mart 75	Convenience Store	179 State Route 414
Dollar General 19976	Other	391 State Route 414
Dollar General 24584	Other	165 Daniel Zenker Dr
Dollar Tree 1415	Other	830 COUNTY ROUTE 64
Habee Farms LLC	Farmers and Markets	223 State Route 414
McDonald's-Arnot Mall	Restaurant Meals Program	3327 Chambers Rd
MINIER'S	Super Store	84 Canal St
Sam's Club 6431	Super Store	830 County Route 64
Speedway 9967	Convenience Store	3301 Chambers Rd
Target 2158	Super Store	930 County Road 64

Treatment Centers in Big Flats

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
CASA Trinity Inc - Methadone Clinic	Substance Abuse	607-737-5215
CASA Trinity Inc - Outpatient Clinic	Substance Abuse	607-737-5215
Family Services of Chemung County	Mental Health	607-733-7661
Family Services of Chemung County Inc - Adult Mental Health Services Clinic Sa	Mental Health	607-737-2490
Family Services of Chemung County Inc - Chemung County Crisis Program	Mental Health	607-733-7661
Family Services of Chemung County Inc - Child Advocacy Center Clinic Satellite	Mental Health	607-737-8449

Churches & Religious Organizations in Big Flats

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
AMERICAN BAPTIST COMMUNITY CHURCH	180 HIBBARD RD
BIG FLATS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH	109 HILLVIEW DR
CROSS OVER GLOBAL OUTREACH	PO BOX 333
EMPOWERING PASTORS INC	19 PALMER RD S
FAITH FAMILY FULL GOSPEL	2987 HILLVIEW DRIVE
INSPIRE WESLEYAN CHURCH	16 ANTLER RD
THE BRIDGE WESLEYAN CHURCH	561 MAPLE ST
TWIN TIERS EPC	8 CANAL ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Big Flats

What is the population of Big Flats?

Big Flats has a population of 5,846 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 350 people per square mile, spread across 16.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.2% female and 50.8% male.

Is Big Flats expensive to live in?

Big Flats 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 $101,771, 35% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $224,000 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,394 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Big Flats safe?

Big Flats is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 278 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,347 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Big Flats receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Big Flats?

Big Flats has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Big Flats?

The job market in Big Flats is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,177. There are 1,914 business establishments in the area, including 192 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 12.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Big Flats?

The median home value in Big Flats is $224,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,832. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,394. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.6%. The average annual property tax is $7,776.

How are the schools in Big Flats?

Schools in Big Flats have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 52.3% of adults in Big Flats hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. 24.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Big Flats?

The obesity rate in Big Flats is 25.7% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.9% of adults are smokers. 17.8% are physically inactive. 20.5% of residents report depression. 4.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 81.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,278.

What is transportation like in Big Flats?

The average commute in Big Flats is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Big Flats?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Big Flats is 93.7% White, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 94.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.7% speak Spanish. 10.1% of the population are military veterans. 8.8% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Horseheads, NY 6,494 pop · 4.1 mi Elmira Heights, NY 4,254 pop · 5.0 mi Horseheads North, NY 2,600 pop · 5.8 mi West Elmira, NY 4,691 pop · 6.2 mi South Corning, NY 1,010 pop · 7.0 mi Elmira, NY 26,349 pop · 7.0 mi Corning, NY 10,666 pop · 7.6 mi Southport, NY 6,435 pop · 8.1 mi Riverside, NY 3,538 pop · 8.7 mi Painted Post, NY 1,691 pop · 9.4 mi Gang Mills, NY 4,369 pop · 11.2 mi Montour Falls, NY 1,666 pop · 13.2 mi Watkins Glen, NY 1,712 pop · 15.1 mi Addison, NY 1,775 pop · 17.0 mi

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