Houghton, NY
New York · Allegany County
Houghton is a small town in New York with a population of 1,685. Residents earn $87,188 per year, which is 16% above the national average.
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How Houghton Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Houghton a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Houghton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Houghton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Houghton is $87,188, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Houghton is $153,300, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 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
Houghton is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,372 per 100,000, 30% below the national average.
Education
Houghton is a highly educated community / 74.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Houghton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.2 inches, including 72.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Houghton vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Houghton vs U.S. Average
Income: Houghton vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $87,188 |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $19,254 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,516 |
| Gini Index | 0.442 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 911 |
| County GDP | $1,955M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 81 |
| Retail | 127 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,513 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 107.90 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.25% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 13.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 40.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $153,300 |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $185,047 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $975 |
| 16% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 14.2% |
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 | 57.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 43.0% |
| Housing Units | 308 |
| Median Year Built | 1965 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,513 |
| 86% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.25% |
Health Metrics: Houghton vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.1% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.6% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 14.1% |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.0% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 17.7% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Short Sleep | 36.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.6% |
| Uninsured | 6.5% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,882 |
| Dentists | 1:3,113 |
| Mental Health | 1:382 |
| Checkup Rate | 78.4% |
| Dental Visits | 66.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,271/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
Crime Rates: Houghton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 59.2/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 1,372.3/100K |
| 30% below 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 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.8°F |
| 15% below US avg | |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,400 ft (427 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 619/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4283°N, 78.1726°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Allegany County County |
| Nearest Airport | Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) 45 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 69.8 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 47.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 72.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Very Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Very Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Avalanche | Very Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23°F (-5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 21°F (-6°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 30°F (-1°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 42°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 62°F (17°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 3.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 65°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 37°F (3°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 26°F (-4°C) | 3.1 in |
Houghton has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 21°F in February to 67°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.2").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 43.2 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 74.4% |
| 121% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.3% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 42.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.20 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 619/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.5 sq mi |
| County | Allegany County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 93.2% |
| Avg Download Speed | 111.5 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 5.1 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 81 |
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Retail Stores | 127 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 13.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 40.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 15.1% |
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 |
Top Industries in Allegany County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturing | 1,576 | 39 | $65,814 | 1.41 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 1,394 | 90 | $21,978 | 1.13 |
| Retail Trade | 1,170 | 127 | $30,645 | 0.86 |
| Other Services | 420 | 96 | $30,032 | 1.03 |
| Construction | 362 | 69 | $70,678 | 0.51 |
| Finance & Insurance | 249 | 29 | $121,568 | 0.45 |
| Wholesale Trade | 245 | 16 | $79,834 | 0.46 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 242 | 56 | $68,899 | 0.26 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 151 | 26 | $44,247 | 1.38 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 144 | 12 | $19,426 | 0.63 |
| Utilities | 108 | 7 | $148,502 | 2.09 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 91 | 14 | $54,532 | 0.16 |
| Information & Technology | 84 | 21 | $32,051 | 0.33 |
| Real Estate | 60 | 17 | $47,610 | 0.28 |
| Unclassified | 45 | 50 | $34,411 | 2.38 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 20 | 5 | $64,409 | 0.39 |
Colleges & Universities in Houghton
| Institution | Type | Enrollment | Acceptance | In-State Tuition | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton University | Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's | 1,008 | 92.7% | $17,290 | $17,290 |
Radio Stations near Houghton
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WSBU FM 88.3 The Buzz | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| VillageRadio.net - Classic Alternative | 70s, 80s | MP3 192 kbps |
National Parks Near Houghton
429 national parks and monuments found near Houghton.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 4Th St | State Park | Free |
| 63Rd St Park | State Park | Free |
| 70Th St Park (Kies) | State Park | Free |
| 9.75 Ac'S (Rear Lot) | State Park | Free |
| Abbott & Potters Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Academy Rd. Median | State Park | Free |
| Agassiz Circle | State Park | Free |
| Albany & School Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Allegany State Park | State Park | Free |
| Allegany State Park | State Park | Free |
| Allenhurst Median | State Park | Free |
| Allison | State Park | Free |
| Amherst & Middlesex Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Amherst & Tonawanda Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Amherst State Park | State Park | Free |
| Amherst Veterans Canal Park | State Park | Free |
| Amsdell Heights Playground | State Park | Free |
| Aqua Lane Park/Small Boat Launch | State Park | Free |
| Aquatic And Fitness Center | State Park | Free |
| Argyle Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Arlington | State Park | Free |
| Avery Field | State Park | Free |
| Bailey Peninsula Natural Habitat Park | State Park | Free |
| Bailey-Moreland | State Park | Free |
| Barrett | State Park | Free |
| Bassett Park | State Park | Free |
| Baulder Street Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bayview Village Playground | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bedford Median | State Park | Free |
| Bendigo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Benz Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bethford Playground | State Park | Free |
| Beverly Rd Median | State Park | Free |
| Bickford & Alice Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Bickford & Edith Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Bickford & Suffolk Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Bidwell Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Big Tree Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bike Path | State Park | Free |
| Birchwood Playground | State Park | Free |
| Bird Island Pier | State Park | Free |
| Bird Sanctuary | State Park | Free |
| Black Creek Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Rock County Park | State Park | Free |
| Blasdell Fireman'S Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Boat Harbor | State Park | Free |
| Both Sides Of Harlem Rd | State Park | Free |
| Braddock Bay State Park | State Park | Free |
| Brighton Park | State Park | Free |
| Bristol Emslie Playground | State Park | Free |
| Broad St Park | State Park | Free |
| Broadway & Washington Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Broderick | State Park | Free |
| Brookdale (Morgan) | State Park | Free |
| Brunswick Blvd Median | State Park | Free |
| Buckhorn Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bucktail State Park | State Park | Free |
| Buffalo Harbor State Park | State Park | Free |
| Building And Engineering Park | State Park | Free |
| Burke Green | State Park | Free |
| Burke Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Burmon Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Butler | State Park | Free |
| California Road Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Capen Median | State Park | Free |
| Caravelle Drive Park | State Park | Free |
| Carriage Park Playground | State Park | Free |
| Cathedral | State Park | Free |
| Cazenovia | State Park | Free |
| Cedargrove Park | State Park | Free |
| Centennial Gardens | State Park | Free |
| Chapin Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Chatham Median | State Park | Free |
| Cherry Springs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Clinton Park | State Park | Free |
| Collins | State Park | Free |
| Colonial Circle | State Park | Free |
| Colton Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Columbus/Prospect | State Park | Free |
| Community Center And Playground | State Park | Free |
| Coolidge Median | State Park | Free |
| Creekside Court Park | State Park | Free |
| Creekwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Culver Median | State Park | Free |
| Darien Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dartwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Davey & King Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Deer Spring Playground | State Park | Free |
| Delaware | State Park | Free |
| Delaware - Crandall Circle | State Park | Free |
| Dellwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Denton Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| DeVeaux Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Devil's Hole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Difranco Park | State Park | Free |
| Dingens Park | State Park | Free |
| Donaldson Circle | State Park | Free |
| Dorchester Median | State Park | Free |
| Dorrance Circle | State Park | Free |
| Dorrance Park | State Park | Free |
| Duane Terrace Median | State Park | Free |
| Dunston Circle | State Park | Free |
| Durant | State Park | Free |
| Durham Road Playground | State Park | Free |
| Eagle & Franklin Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Earl W. Brydges Artpark | State Park | Free |
| East Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| East Niagara Park | State Park | Free |
| Eastern Park | State Park | Free |
| Ebenezer Land'S | State Park | Free |
| Ebenezer Land'S (Park) | State Park | Free |
| Eddie Dawson | State Park | Free |
| Electric Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| Elk State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ellicott Tennis Courts And Fields | State Park | Free |
| Elmwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Elmwood Village | State Park | Free |
| Emerson (Koons) | State Park | Free |
| Ensminger Playfield | State Park | Free |
| Erie Hills Pedestrian Mall | State Park | Free |
| Evangola State Park | State Park | Free |
| Expressway Diamonds At Sheridan Park | State Park | Free |
| Fairway Gardens Polayground | State Park | Free |
| Faulkner Park | State Park | Free |
| Ferry Circle | State Park | Free |
| Fireman'S Park | State Park | Free |
| Five Flags Park | State Park | Free |
| Florida Northland (Horrace) | State Park | Free |
| Fogelsonger Park Fogelsonger Park | State Park | Free |
| Fordham Median | State Park | Free |
| Fort Niagara State Park | State Park | Free |
| Four Mile Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Four Seasons | State Park | Free |
| Fr. Conway | State Park | Free |
| Franczyk | State Park | Free |
| Franklin Street Playground | State Park | Free |
| Front | State Park | Free |
| Garnet Park | State Park | Free |
| Garrison Park | State Park | Free |
| Gates Circle | State Park | Free |
| Genesee Island | State Park | Free |
| Genesee River Fishing Access Site | State Park | Free |
| George Washington | State Park | Free |
| Gill Creek | State Park | Free |
| Glen Meadows Park | State Park | Free |
| Glenny | State Park | Free |
| Gluck Park | State Park | Free |
| Golden Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gratwick Riverside Park | State Park | Free |
| Great Baehre Conservation Park | State Park | Free |
| Griffith Park | State Park | Free |
| Griffon Park | State Park | Free |
| H. D. Taylor (Boone) | State Park | Free |
| Hamburg Swim Center | State Park | Free |
| Hamlin Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hank Nowak | State Park | Free |
| Harding Median | State Park | Free |
| Harriet Hollister Spencer Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Harriet Hollister Spencer State Park | State Park | Free |
| Heacock | State Park | Free |
| Heath & Mildred | State Park | Free |
| Hennepin | State Park | Free |
| Hennipen Park | State Park | Free |
| Herman Park | State Park | Free |
| Highland Avenue Tree Grove Park | State Park | Free |
| Hills Creek State Park | State Park | Free |
| Houghton (Stachowski) | State Park | Free |
| Humboldt Pkwy Median | State Park | Free |
| Irondequoit Bay Marine Park | State Park | Free |
| Irvington Playground | State Park | Free |
| Island Park | State Park | Free |
| Ives Park | State Park | Free |
| J.H. Williams | State Park | Free |
| Jayne Park | State Park | Free |
| Jesse Clipper Monument | State Park | Free |
| Jesse Kregal Trail (Scajaquada Pathway) | State Park | Free |
| John F. Kennedy | State Park | Free |
| John K Thompson Pool | State Park | Free |
| Johnson Park | State Park | Free |
| Joseph Davis State Park | State Park | Free |
| Juno Drive Playground | State Park | Free |
| Kaufman Playground | State Park | Free |
| Kay & Eggert | State Park | Free |
| Kelly Park | State Park | Free |
| Kenilworth Playground | State Park | Free |
| Kenmore-Main Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Kenney Field | State Park | Free |
| Kensington Pool Grounds | State Park | Free |
| Kenton-Brookwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Kermit & Olympic Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Keysa Park | State Park | Free |
| Kinzua Bridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kiwanis Park | State Park | Free |
| Knox Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| La Salle Park | State Park | Free |
| Lafayette Park | State Park | Free |
| Lafayette Square | State Park | Free |
| Lake Erie Beach Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake View | State Park | Free |
| Lakeside Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lakeview Playground | State Park | Free |
| Lang Weber | State Park | Free |
| Lanigan | State Park | Free |
| Larchmont Median | State Park | Free |
| Lasalle & Main Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Lasalle Island | State Park | Free |
| Lasalle Park | State Park | Free |
| Lasalle Waterfront Park | State Park | Free |
| Legends Basketball Court | State Park | Free |
| Legion Field | State Park | Free |
| Lehigh Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| Leonard Harrison State Park | State Park | Free |
| Letchworth State Park | State Park | Free |
| Letchworth Woods | State Park | Free |
| Lewiston Town Park | State Park | Free |
| Liberty Park | State Park | Free |
| Life Memorial | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Park | State Park | Free |
| Lincoln Parkway | State Park | Free |
| Linden Pk Median | State Park | Free |
| Loring Playground | State Park | Free |
| Lou Gehrig Amherst Park | State Park | Free |
| Lyman Run State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lyth Playground | State Park | Free |
| Mackenna | State Park | Free |
| Main St. Median | State Park | Free |
| Main-Northland Monument | State Park | Free |
| Manhattan (Gleasner) | State Park | Free |
| Manor Lane Playground | State Park | Free |
| Maritime Memorial | State Park | Free |
| Market Square | State Park | Free |
| Martin Luther King, Jr. | State Park | Free |
| Martin Road Playground | State Park | Free |
| Massachusetts | State Park | Free |
| Massachusetts Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Mcclellan Circle | State Park | Free |
| Mckinley Circle | State Park | Free |
| Meadowlakes Park | State Park | Free |
| Memorial & Curtiss | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Circle | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Drive | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Field | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Memorial Youth Center | State Park | Free |
| Meyer Playground | State Park | Free |
| Middlesex Median | State Park | Free |
| Mill Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Minnesota Linear Park | State Park | Free |
| Minnesota Median | State Park | Free |
| Misty Meadow Playground | State Park | Free |
| Moselle Street | State Park | Free |
| Mullen | State Park | Free |
| Mulroy (George Herrmann Pg, Pierce Field) | State Park | Free |
| Mungovan | State Park | Free |
| N Legion & Cazenovia | State Park | Free |
| N Legion & Southside | State Park | Free |
| N Lincoln Pkwy Median | State Park | Free |
| Naval And Veteran'S Park | State Park | Free |
| Nettlecreek Park | State Park | Free |
| New Amsterdam Median | State Park | Free |
| New York State Lands | State Park | Free |
| Niagara & Court Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Niagara & Hampshire Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Niagara & School Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Niagara Falls State Park at Niagara Reservation | State Park | Free |
| Niagara Square | State Park | Free |
| Nikomis Park | State Park | Free |
| Nob Hill Park | State Park | Free |
| North & Lockport | State Park | Free |
| North Boston Park (David Finger Memorial Field) | State Park | Free |
| North End Playground | State Park | Free |
| North French Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| North Tonawanda Botanical Gardens | State Park | Free |
| Norway Pk Median | State Park | Free |
| Nottingham & Elmwood | State Park | Free |
| Oakgrove & Blaine Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Odell Street Playground | State Park | Free |
| Okell | State Park | Free |
| Old Towne Playground | State Park | Free |
| Ole Bull State Park | State Park | Free |
| Onondaga Park | State Park | Free |
| Orchard Acres Park | State Park | Free |
| Orchard Park | State Park | Free |
| Orleans And 24Th | State Park | Free |
| Orleans And 25Th | State Park | Free |
| Osborne Playground | State Park | Free |
| Outdoor Basketball Courts And Park | State Park | Free |
| Paderewski & Sears | State Park | Free |
| Parker Commons | State Park | Free |
| Parkside Park | State Park | Free |
| Patterson State Park | State Park | Free |
| Patty Parete Park | State Park | Free |
| Peace Park | State Park | Free |
| Pelham Median | State Park | Free |
| Penhurst Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Perkins (Woodlawn) | State Park | Free |
| Perry Park | State Park | Free |
| Pfohl Park | State Park | Free |
| Pine Woods Park | State Park | Free |
| Pinnacle State Park | State Park | Free |
| Playground | State Park | Free |
| Playground (Fl-364) | State Park | Free |
| Playground & Ball Fields | State Park | Free |
| Porter Park | State Park | Free |
| Potomac & Bidwell Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Prouty Place State Park | State Park | Free |
| Radcliffe Medians | State Park | Free |
| Raymond Park | State Park | Free |
| Rear Lands | State Park | Free |
| Red Jacket Riverfront Natural Habitat Park | State Park | Free |
| Redmond | State Park | Free |
| Remembrance Park | State Park | Free |
| Reservoir State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ridgefield Playground | State Park | Free |
| Ridgewood Median | State Park | Free |
| Ridgewood Village Park | State Park | Free |
| Riverside | State Park | Free |
| Riverwalk | State Park | Free |
| Roanoke Median | State Park | Free |
| Roosevelt | State Park | Free |
| Rotary | State Park | Free |
| Roundtree Playground | State Park | Free |
| Rushcreek Playground | State Park | Free |
| S Legion & Cazenovia | State Park | Free |
| S Legion & Southside | State Park | Free |
| Sagamore Playground | State Park | Free |
| Scajaquada Pathway | State Park | Free |
| Scheu Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Schiller | State Park | Free |
| Scranton Playground | State Park | Free |
| Seminole Median | State Park | Free |
| Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park | State Park | Free |
| Seneca Indian | State Park | Free |
| Sheldon Park | State Park | Free |
| Sheridan Parkside Spray Zone | State Park | Free |
| Shoreham Median | State Park | Free |
| Shoshone | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sinnemahoning State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sisti | State Park | Free |
| Sizerville State Park | State Park | Free |
| Skate Park | State Park | Free |
| Soldier'S Circle | State Park | Free |
| Sole Park | State Park | Free |
| Sperry | State Park | Free |
| Squaw Island | State Park | Free |
| St. Catherine'S Court Median | State Park | Free |
| St. Marys Median | State Park | Free |
| Steelton Playground | State Park | Free |
| Stephenson Park | State Park | Free |
| Stiglmeier Park | State Park | Free |
| Stony Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Strawberry Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunset Park | State Park | Free |
| Swimming Pool/Playground | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore & Beckwith Monument | State Park | Free |
| Sycamore & Walden Monument | State Park | Free |
| Symphony Circle | State Park | Free |
| Taylor | State Park | Free |
| Taylor Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Templeton Park | State Park | Free |
| Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural National Historic Site | National Historic Site | $12 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Monument | State Park | Free |
| Thompson Road Park | State Park | Free |
| Tifft (George Hartmann) Playfields | State Park | Free |
| Tifft Farms Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Tim Russert Children'S Garden | State Park | Free |
| Times Beach Nature Preserve | State Park | Free |
| Tom Miklejn Field | State Park | Free |
| Tomaka Playground | State Park | Free |
| Tonawanda Recreation Department Park | State Park | Free |
| Toohey Park | State Park | Free |
| Towpath Park | State Park | Free |
| Trinidad | State Park | Free |
| Trolley Stop Park | State Park | Free |
| Tuscarora Median | State Park | Free |
| Tuscarora Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Cornell Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Flower Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Mildred Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Tyler & Winspear Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Union Ship Canal Commons | State Park | Free |
| University Ave. Median | State Park | Free |
| University Circle | State Park | Free |
| Vail Playground | State Park | Free |
| Van Wyck Fields | State Park | Free |
| Vernon Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Veteran'S Park | State Park | Free |
| Veteran'S Stadium | State Park | Free |
| Veterans Memorial Park | State Park | Free |
| Veterans' Monument | State Park | Free |
| Victory Avenue Playground | State Park | Free |
| Viola Park Median | State Park | Free |
| Voorhees & North Circle | State Park | Free |
| W Genesee St Median | State Park | Free |
| Walden (Scajaquada Little League) | State Park | Free |
| Walden Island | State Park | Free |
| Walton Woods Park | State Park | Free |
| Waterfront/Emerson Young | State Park | Free |
| Wehrle Faa Recreation Area | State Park | Free |
| Welch Memorial | State Park | Free |
| Wende (Spring St) | State Park | Free |
| Western Finger Lakes State Park | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Amherst Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Berkshire Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Hewitt Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westminster & Stockbridge Triangle | State Park | Free |
| Westview-Lenora Park | State Park | Free |
| Westwood Park | State Park | Free |
| Wetlands | State Park | Free |
| Whirlpool State Park | State Park | Free |
| Willert | State Park | Free |
| William & Ogden | State Park | Free |
| William St Median | State Park | Free |
| Williams Park | State Park | Free |
| Willow Run Playground | State Park | Free |
| Willowlawn Median | State Park | Free |
| Wilson-Tuscarora State Park | State Park | Free |
| Winch Park | State Park | Free |
| Woodlawn Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Woodlawn Park | State Park | Free |
| Woodlawn Playground | State Park | Free |
| Woodstream Playground | State Park | Free |
| Woodview Park | State Park | Free |
| Wrazen Park | State Park | Free |
| Wright Park | State Park | Free |
Museums in Houghton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORTLIP GALLERY | ART MUSEUM | $41,620,314 | ||
| ARCADE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5854924466 | ||
| CASTILE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 5854935370 | ||
| CUBA CHEESE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 12 W MAIN STREET | ||
| ISCHU VALLEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| NUNDA PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| PITTSBURG SHAWMUT & NORTHERN RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 88 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 6075669598 | |
| RUSHFORD MUSEUM SOCIETY | GENERAL MUSEUM | 5854372340 |
Libraries in Houghton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUBA CIRCULATING LIBRARY ASSOCIATION | 39 EAST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 27,456 | |||
| WIDE AWAKE CLUB LIBRARY | 46 WEST MAIN ST. | 0.0 | 18,329 | |||
| BELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 16 EAST STREET | 0.0 | 11,417 | |||
| BELFAST PUBLIC LIBRARY | 75 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 9,360 | |||
| CORDELIA A. GREENE LIBRARY | 11 SOUTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 8,699 | |||
| ANGELICA FREE LIBRARY | 55 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 7,028 | |||
| TOWN OF GAINESVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 10 CHURCH STREET | 0.0 | 6,240 | |||
| FREE LIBRARY OF THE BELMONT LITERARY AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY | 2 WILLETS AVENUE | 0.0 | 6,120 | |||
| RUSHFORD FREE LIBRARY | 9012 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 5,237 | |||
| FRIENDSHIP FREE LIBRARY | 40 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 5,151 | |||
| PIKE LIBRARY | 65 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 5,132 | |||
| EAGLE FREE LIBRARY | 3413 SCHOOL STREET | 0.0 | 4,915 |
Farmers Markets in Houghton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelica Farmers' Market | Park Circle, Main Street | 06/11/2016 to 09/24/2016 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Belmont Farmers Market | 5429 State Route 19N | 05/24/2018 to 10/25/2018 | Thu: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM; | ||
| Nunda Farmers Market | On the Square at the intersection of Rtes 408 & 436 | Visit | |||
| Salamanca Farmers market | 12 Park Ave | 05/22/2018 to 10/30/2018 | Tue: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM; | ||
| Siler's Farm Market | 1911 Rt 78 | Visit | |||
| Southern Tier Farmers Market - Olean | 1900 Constitution Ave | 05/18/2018 to 10/26/2018 | Fri: 2:00 PM-6:00 PM; |
Nursing Homes in Houghton
1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).
| Facility | Ownership | Beds | Residents | Overall | Health | Staffing | Quality | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ABSOLUT CTR FOR NURSING & REHAB HOUGHTON L L C 9876 LUCKEY DRIVE |
For profit - Corporation | 100 | 80 | 1/5 | — | 3/5 | 1/5 | 5855672207 |
EV Charging Stations in Houghton
| Name | Address | Network | Level 2 | DC Fast | Connectors | Access |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton College | 9736 Rt 19 | EV Connect | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| INNATHOUGHTONCR HOUGHTON CREEK | 9722 Co Rd 35 | ChargePoint Network | 2 | J1772 | public | |
| The Inn At Houghton Creek | 9722 Genesee St | Non-Networked | 2 | TESLA | public |
Cell Towers in Houghton
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 6517 DUTCH HILL ROAD | TOWER | 96 |
Power Plants Near Houghton
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUGHTON | SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC | 221114 | -78.2 | OP |
Bridges in Houghton
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1992 | 155 | 4,395 | F | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1953 | 42 | 2,620 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2005 | 38 | 1,052 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2009 | 57 | 794 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1966 | 32 | 635 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 2002 | 35 | 463 | F | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1975 | 30 | 433 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1989 | 311 | 433 | P | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1974 | 26 | 285 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 2018 | 50 | 246 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel | 1970 | 69 | 246 | P | |
| Slab | Wood or Timber | 1982 | 31 | 189 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1972 | 71 | 80 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Wood or Timber | 1976 | 60 | 80 | F |
Superfund Sites Near Houghton
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| INDECK SILVER SPRINGS ENERGY CENTER | 1 INDECK DRIVE | WYOMING |
| MORTON SALT | 45 RIBAUD AVENUE EAST | WYOMING |
Airports Near Houghton
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Niagara International Airport | BUF | Large Airport |
| Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport | ROC | Large Airport |
| Bradford Regional Airport | BFD | Medium Airport |
| Adams Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Akron Airport/Jesson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Arcade Tri County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Basher Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bedson's Land Base Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Berdick Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bethany Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Bloecher Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Buffalo Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Buffalo Lancaster Regional Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cattaraugus County-Olean Airport | OLE | Small Airport |
| Champ Field | — | Small Airport |
| Clarence Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Coye Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cummings Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dansville Municipal Airport | DSV | Small Airport |
| Flying F Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Four Seasons Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Freefall Oz Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Genesee County Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Geneseo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gentzke Aeronautical Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Giermek Executive Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Great Valley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Greeley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hamburg Inc Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hedge Hop Field | — | Small Airport |
| High Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoopes Family Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hornell Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Johnson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Keysa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Krenzers Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lakeville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Le Roy Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Malco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Merkle Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Merrimac Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Naked Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Neverland Airport | — | Small Airport |
| North Buffalo Suburban Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Old Fort Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pecora Field | — | Small Airport |
| Perry-Warsaw Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Pine Hill Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Potoczak Airport | — | Small Airport |
| R & R Aero Airport | — | Small Airport |
DOL Wage Violations in Houghton
2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $64,498 in back wages owed to 148 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Absolut of Houghton | — | — | 14744 | — | 1 | $52,340 | $534 | 98 |
| 3 Bums Pizza | — | — | 14744 | — | 1 | $12,159 | $243 | 50 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Houghton
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| HOUGHTON WESLEYAN CHURCH | PO BOX 127 |
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What is the population of Houghton?
Houghton has a population of 1,685 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 619 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 21.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.8% female and 46.2% male.
Is Houghton expensive to live in?
Houghton 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 $87,188, 16% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $153,300 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $975 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 Houghton safe?
Houghton is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 59 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,372 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Houghton receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Houghton?
Houghton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.2 inches, with 72.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.
How is the job market in Houghton?
Houghton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,019. There are 911 business establishments in the area, including 94 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 14 minutes, and 15.1% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Houghton?
The median home value in Houghton is $153,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,047. For renters, the median monthly rent is $975. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 57.0%. The average annual property tax is $6,513.
How are the schools in Houghton?
Schools in Houghton score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 74.4% of adults in Houghton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. 42.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Houghton?
The obesity rate in Houghton is 35.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 24.0% are physically inactive. 21.4% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 45.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,882.
What is transportation like in Houghton?
The average commute in Houghton is 14 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 40.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 15.1% work from home.
What are the demographics of Houghton?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Houghton is 91.6% White, 3.9% Black or African American. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.8% speak Spanish. 1.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.7% of residents have a disability. 98.6% have health insurance coverage.
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