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Elmira Heights, NY
New York · Chemung County · Elmira Metro
Elmira Heights is a small town in New York with a population of 4,254. Residents earn $54,634 per year, which is 27% below the national average.
Data updated April 2026
2.9
/5.0
C+
Fair
4,254
Population
3,699/sq mi density
$54,634
Median Income
$37,738 per capita
$98,200
Home Value
$114,446 Zillow
$807
Median Rent
24.5% income on rent
48°F
Avg Temperature
260 sunny days/yr
278
Violent Crime/100K
3,347 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$54,634 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,200 home value, $807/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
278 violent crimes/100K (27% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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Median Income
$54,634
27% lower than US avg
Home Value
$98,200
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime
278/100K
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$807
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
23.2%
87% higher than US avg
How Elmira Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,254
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density3,699/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans9.0%
Economy
BMedian Income$54,634
Per Capita$37,738
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty23.2%
County GDP$4,774M
Commute16 min
Housing
A+Home Value$98,200
Rent$807
Ownership55.4%
Zillow$114,446
Housing Units2,043
Rent Burden24.5%
Crime
FViolent278/100K
Property3,347/100K
Health
Obesity32.1%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking16.8%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation875 ft (267 m)
Education
CBachelor's+18.2%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score4.93
Community
2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute16 min
Broadband88.6%
EV Stations12
Libraries6
Is Elmira Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Elmira Heights receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elmira Heights has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Elmira Heights is $54,634, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 23.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Elmira Heights is $98,200, 65% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Violent crime in Elmira Heights 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
18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Elmira Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Elmira Heights has a population of 4,254 with a density of 3,699 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.5% female and 43.5% male. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 10.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.
Population
4,254
Total Population
3,699
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Elmira Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Elmira Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Elmira Heights is $54,634, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,738. The average weekly wage is $1,177, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher 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 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 7.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).
Income: Elmira Heights vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,634 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,738 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,177 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,755 |
| Gini Index | 0.460 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 23.2% |
| 87% above 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 | 7.92% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 16.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
Walkability
The median home value in Elmira Heights is $98,200, 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $114,446, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.1% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $807 (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. 55.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,043 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1938. The average annual property tax is $7,776 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 24.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $98,200 |
| 65% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $114,446 |
| Median List Price | $116,700 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $116,700 |
| $/Sq Ft | $136 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.1% |
| Price Drops | 12.5% |
| Inventory | 8 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $807 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 24.5% |
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 | 55.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 55.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 44.6% |
| Housing Units | 2,043 |
| Median Year Built | 1938 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,776 |
| 122% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.92% |
In Elmira Heights, 32.1% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 9.8% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 17.7% report binge drinking. 26.5% are physically inactive. 23.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% 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: Elmira Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.1% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Cancer | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 16.8% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.5% |
| Depression | 23.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 14.3% |
| Short Sleep | 37.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.8% |
| Uninsured | 6.5% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,278 |
| Dentists | 1:1,536 |
| Mental Health | 1:290 |
| Checkup Rate | 78.7% |
| Dental Visits | 57.3% |
| Premature Death | 9,852/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
Elmira Heights 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, Elmira Heights receives a safety grade of F.
Crime Rates: Elmira Heights 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 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Elmira Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. The area receives 41.8 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 875 feet.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 875 ft (267 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,699/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.1267°N, 76.8256°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Chemung County County |
| Nearest Airport | Elmira/Corning Regional (ELM) 6 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
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)
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 34°F (1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 56°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 2.9 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 28°F (-2°C) | 2.5 in |
Elmira Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 25°F in January to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and January the driest (2.0").
Elmira Heights is located in Chemung County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 18.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below 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. 88.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 12 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 189 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work.
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 16.8 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
F
Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.2% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 91.8% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 2.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.93 |
C
Education Grade (2.5/5.0)
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro / under 250K |
| Population Density | 3,699/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| County | Chemung County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 88.6% |
| Avg Download Speed | 173.6 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 7.7 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 12 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 13 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Restaurants | 192 |
| Retail Stores | 305 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 16.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
Average costs for common services in Elmira Heights. 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 | $1,070 |
| 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 Elmira Heights
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | Elementary | 494 | 44 | 11.2:1 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL | High | 321 | 26 | 12.3:1 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL | Middle | 230 | 24 | 9.6:1 |
Radio Stations near Elmira Heights
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 Elmira Heights
8 campgrounds found near Elmira Heights.
| 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 Elmira Heights
52 national parks and monuments found near Elmira Heights.
| 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 |
| Chenango Valley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Cherry Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Chittenango Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clark Reservation State Park | State Park | Free |
| Colton Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fillmore Glen State Park | State Park | Free |
| Frances Slocum 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 |
| Helen L. McNitt State Park | State 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 |
| Pinnacle State Park | State Park | Free |
| Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Ricketts Glenn State Park | State Park | Free |
| Robert H. Treman State Park | State Park | Free |
| Salt Springs 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 Elmira Heights
183+ trails found near Elmira Heights.
| 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 — Elmira Heights
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 4,040 | $37,733 |
| 2015 | 3,969 | $41,299 |
| 2017 | 3,884 | $43,533 |
| 2019 | 3,804 | $43,805 |
| 2021 | 3,881 | $51,213 |
| 2023 | 3,789 | $54,634 |
Museums in Elmira Heights
| 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 | |
| ATHENS TOWNSHIP BICENTENNIAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| 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 | |||
| NEWFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6075647778 | ||
| 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 Elmira Heights
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEMUNG COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT | 101 EAST CHURCH STREET | 0.0 | 318,852 | |||
| SOUTHEAST STEUBEN COUNTY LIBRARY | 300 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA SUITE 101 | 0.0 | 207,835 | |||
| WATKINS GLEN CEN SCH DIS FREE PUB LIB | 610 SOUTH DECATUR STREET | 0.0 | 43,035 | |||
| NEWFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 198 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 14,602 | |||
| MONTOUR FALLS MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 406 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 11,892 | |||
| DUTTON S. PETERSON MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 106 FIRST ST. | 0.0 | 10,748 | |||
| LYONS REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT | 405 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 8,349 |
Farmers Markets in Elmira Heights
| 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 |
| Schuyler County Farm & Craft Market | Fireman's Carnival Grounds, Rt. 224, Montour Falls | ||||
| Wisner Farmers Market / Lunch in the Park | Wisner Park, N Main |
Restaurants in Elmira Heights
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Taste of Asia
Cafes in Elmira Heights
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Hobby Game Hangout
Holy Grounds Coffee Shop
Cinemas in Elmira Heights
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Heights Theatre
Monuments in Elmira Heights
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Confederate Monument
Shohola Monument
Veterinaries in Elmira Heights
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Home Veterinary Care
Gas Stations in Elmira Heights
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Byrne Dairy
Kwik Fill
Gyms in Elmira Heights
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Jams Fitness Club
Golf Courses in Elmira Heights
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Mark Twain Golf Course
Breweries in Elmira Heights
| 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 |
| Dandy Mini Marts | Breweries & Brew Pubs, Convenience Stores, Bar & Grill Restaurants | 4 Gee St | 6075894141 | Visit |
| 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 |
| Upstate Brewing Company, Upstate Brewing Co. | Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Brewery, Beer & Ale, Liquor Stores | 3028 Lake Rd | 6077422750, 6077330904 | Visit |
Daycare Centers in Elmira Heights
2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| YWCA KIDS WORLD AT COHEN SCHOOL 100 ROBINWOOD AVE. |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (607) 733-8039 | OPEN |
| YWCA KIDS WORLD PROGRAM AT FASSETT SCHOOL 309 WEST THURSTON ST. |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (607) 733-5575 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Elmira Heights
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 454 PROSPECT HILL ROAD | TOWER | 64 |
| 11895 HICKLING RD (42091) | GTOWER | 60 |
| 40 MOREY HILL RD | TOWER | 56 |
| 213 HOLDEN STREET (2708) | LTOWER | 56 |
| 850 RICE ROAD | MTOWER | 49 |
| 195 Halderman Hollow Road | TOWER | 34 |
Fire Stations in Elmira Heights
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira Heights Fire Department | 215 Elmwood AVE | Volunteer | 607-733-6580 |
Bridges in Elmira Heights
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1955 | 44 | 28,514 | F | |
| Slab | Concrete | 1935 | 23 | 18,051 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1990 | 92 | 2,628 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1967 | 196 | 1,804 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1975 | 41 | 633 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1953 | 37 | 284 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1945 | 27 | 111 | F |
Airports Near Elmira Heights
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 |
| Cash Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Champ Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cochran Airport | — | 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 |
| Eagles Mere Field Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Elk Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Giffin 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 |
| 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 |
| Re-Dun Field | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Elmira Heights
3 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Corning City Police Department | ||
| Elmira Heights Police Department | 215 Elmwood Avenue | |
| Horseheads Police Department | 202 South Main Street |
Grocery Stores in Elmira Heights
13 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Byrne Dairy Fairgrounds 01 | Convenience Store | 1968 Grand Central Ave |
| Calmunity Farms Llc | Farmers and Markets | 39 Wuthering Dr |
| College Ave Convenient Mart | Convenience Store | 1309 College Ave |
| Dandy Mini Mart 63 | Convenience Store | 1769 Grand Central Ave |
| Dollar General 10705 | Other | 3164 Lake Rd |
| Dollar General 9657 | Other | 1371 College Ave |
| Elmira Heights Deli Inc | Convenience Store | 2204 College Ave |
| Gorrdon LLC - 7 Eleven 35122A 35122A | Convenience Store | 221 Oakwood Ave |
| Lake Road Food Mart Inc | Convenience Store | 3054 Lake Rd |
| Quick And Convenient | Convenience Store | 1892 Grand Central Ave |
| Renkos | Grocery Store | 250 E 14th St |
| Smileys Quick Stop | Convenience Store | 1331 College Ave |
| Speedway 7589 | Convenience Store | 2036 College Ave |
Treatment Centers in Elmira Heights
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 |
DOL Wage Violations in Elmira Heights
2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,027 in back wages owed to 15 employees.
2
Violations
$9,027
Back Wages Owed
15
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMT Sales | — | — | 14903 | — | 1 | $7,738 | $703 | 11 |
| Erie Materials | — | Erie Materials Inc | 14903 | — | 1 | $1,289 | $322 | 4 |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Elmira Heights
What is the population of Elmira Heights?
Elmira Heights has a population of 4,254 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 3,699 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.5% female and 43.5% male.
Is Elmira Heights expensive to live in?
Elmira Heights 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 $54,634, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $98,200 (65% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $807 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Elmira Heights safe?
Elmira Heights 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, Elmira Heights receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Elmira Heights?
Elmira Heights 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 71°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches, with 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.
How is the job market in Elmira Heights?
The job market in Elmira Heights is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / 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 16 minutes, and 7.7% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Elmira Heights?
The median home value in Elmira Heights is $98,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $114,446. For renters, the median monthly rent is $807. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 55.4%. The average annual property tax is $7,776.
How are the schools in Elmira Heights?
Schools in Elmira Heights have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.2% of adults in Elmira Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. 2.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Elmira Heights?
The obesity rate in Elmira Heights is 32.1% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 26.5% are physically inactive. 23.8% of residents report depression. 6.5% 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 Elmira Heights?
The average commute in Elmira Heights is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 84.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.7% work from home.
What are the demographics of Elmira Heights?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Elmira Heights is 78.7% White, 10.6% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 96% of residents speak only English at home, while 4% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 12.1% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.
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