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Elmira Heights, NY
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Elmira Heights, NY
At a Glance
How Elmira Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Elmira Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Elmira Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Elmira Heights residents earn a median household income of $54,634 , which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,738. The unemployment rate stands at 2.3% (36% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 23.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,914 business establishments, including 192 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Elmira Heights is $98,200 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $114,446. Median rent is $807/month, with 24.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Elmira Heights reports 278 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,347/100K.
Education
18.2% of adults in Elmira Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Elmira Heights has 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. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.