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Elmira, NY Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Willow Miller

Best hidden gems in Elmira

We have two kids and The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about average. With a population of 26,349, Elmira is a smaller city. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Would love some local perspective. TIA!

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Leo

Moving from Indianapolis to Elmira next month

Longtime lurker here, I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider -Elmira sits at 307.9 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $871 for rent here. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about average. I'd say it's better ...

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Angel Rodriguez

Commute times in Elmira -how bad?

Been meaning to ask this. Homes are going for about $88,200 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -Elmira sits at 307.9 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $871 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are where most families end up. What would you do? The...

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Mackenzie Perez

Is Elmira still affordable?

OK so I've been here for 19 years and The median home value here is around $88,200, which is actually reasonable. The weather takes some getting used to. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The schoo...

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Mackenzie Perez

Elmira is underrated, change my mind

So, I relocated for work and You can expect to pay around $871 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Elmira sits at 307.9 per 100K. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Am I overthinking this? Public transit needs a lot of wor...

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Everly Foster

What's it really like living in Elmira?

Longtime lurker here, I work in food service and Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What would you do? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Th...

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Angel Rodriguez

Should I move to Elmira or stay in Memphis?

OK so Just moved here 9 months ago and The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about average. Homes are going for about $88,200 on average. You can expect to pay around $871 for rent here. Household incomes average around $43,089 in Elmira. Poverty rate is 21.0%, which is higher than I expected. Tra...

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Leo

Rent in Elmira getting crazy

I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about average. The suburbs are where most families end up. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid...

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Billy G.

Grocery stores in Elmira -recommendations?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Poverty rate is 21.0%, which is higher than I expected. Homes are going for about $88,200 on average. With a population of 26,349, Elmira is a smaller city. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,349 people. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold ...

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Lillian Cox

Should I move to Elmira or stay in Miami?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from Raleigh and With a population of 26,349, Elmira is a smaller city. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I be concerned? Property taxes are high but you get good services. Honestly, I think it's a great ...

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Anthony G.

Internet providers in Elmira?

Hey everyone, Am I wrong here? The food scene here is surprisingly good. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

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Billy G.

Should I move to Elmira or stay in San Diego?

Been living here since 2013. You can expect to pay around $871 for rent here. Household incomes average around $43,089 in Elmira. Rent is about $871/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. The weather takes some getting used to. I'd say it's better for ...

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Alexander Watson

Weekend activities in Elmira?

With a population of 26,349, Elmira is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about average. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Property taxes are high but you get good services...

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Alexander Watson

Pros and cons of Elmira after 14 years

I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $43,089, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $88,200, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $871/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -Elmira sits at 307.9 per ...

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Willow Miller

Best restaurants in Elmira?

I've been here for 12 years and Homes are going for about $88,200 on average. Median household income is $43,089, which feels on the lower side for the area. The median home value here is around $88,200, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. Downt...

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Jean G.

Moving to Elmira with kids -good idea?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and The median home value here is around $88,200, which is actually reasonable. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Looking forward to hearing from you all. P...

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Alice

Best neighborhoods in Elmira

Anyone else feel this way? Born and raised here. Rent is about $871/month for a decent place. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Night life is decent if y...

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Angel Rodriguez

Job market in Elmira for tech?

Random thought, I'm a 27-year-old project manager and The unemployment rate is 5.1%, which is about average. Average temperature is around 48--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,349 people. The suburbs are where most families end up. There's a real sense of community...

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