Palmyra, NY

New York · Wayne County · Rochester Metro

Palmyra is a small town in New York with a population of 3,306. Residents earn $66,647 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

4.1 /5.0

A Great

3,306 Population 2,449/sq mi density

$66,647 Median Income $41,971 per capita

$125,200 Home Value $245,943 Zillow

$936 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$66,647 median income, 0.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$125,200 home value, $936/mo rent

Education

3.0 / 5.0

25.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $66,647

11% lower than US avg

Home Value $125,200

56% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 25.0%

26% lower than US avg

Median Rent $936

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.4%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.5%

86% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.7%

78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,306

Median Age37.9 yrs

Density2,449/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans2.6%

Economy

Median Income$66,647

Per Capita$41,971

Unemployment0.5%

Poverty2.7%

County GDP$5,130M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$125,200

Rent$936

Ownership54.1%

Zillow$245,943

Housing Units1,672

Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity37.4%

Uninsured3.9%

Smoking14.7%

Depression23.3%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)

AQI33 (Good)

Rain33.4 in/yr

Elevation464 ft (141 m)

Education

Bachelor's+25.0%

High School+91.8%

Graduate+11.9%

School Score5.41

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%

Commute21 min

Broadband85.7%

EV Stations4

Libraries13

Is Palmyra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmyra receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Palmyra stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmyra is $66,647, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palmyra is $125,200, 56% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.0% 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 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Palmyra experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches, including 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Palmyra has a population of 3,306 with a density of 2,449 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 2.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,306

Total Population

2023 Census

2,449

People / sq mi

37.9yrs

Median Age

3% below US avg

1.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.5%

25% above US avg

Spanish 2.2%

84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmyra is $66,647, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,971. The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,114 business establishments, including 159 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 4.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Palmyra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$66,647
	11% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,971
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,096
IRS Avg AGI	$65,848
Gini Index	0.423 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.5%
	86% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.7%
	78% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,114
County GDP	$5,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants	159
Healthcare	142
Retail	259
Manufacturing	121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,291
	108% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.3 min
Drive Alone	80.7%
Public Transit	0.4%
Work from Home	4.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Palmyra is $125,200, 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,943, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% 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. 54.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,672 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1941. The average annual property tax is $7,291 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$125,200
	56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$245,943

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$936
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.6%

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	54.1%
Owner-Occupied	54.1%
Renter-Occupied	45.9%
Housing Units	1,672
Median Year Built	1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,291
	108% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.82%

In Palmyra, 37.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.7% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 28.1% have high blood pressure. 14.7% are current smokers. 19.0% report binge drinking. 24.2% are physically inactive. 23.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.5% experience frequent mental distress. 3.9% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,330. The dentist ratio is 1:2,025. 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.8 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Palmyra vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.4%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	8.7%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	28.1%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	6.5%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.7%
	5% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.0%
Physical Inactivity	24.2%
Depression	23.3%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	13.2%
Short Sleep	39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.1%
Uninsured	3.9%
	55% below US avg
Primary Care	1:4,330
Dentists	1:2,025
Mental Health	1:797
Checkup Rate	77.8%
Dental Visits	60.5%
Premature Death	8,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.8/10
Exercise Access	63.7%
Healthcare Facilities	142

Palmyra experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. The area receives 104.9 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33. 96% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 464 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	48.5°F
	10% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	71°F (22°C)

Geography

Elevation	464 ft (141 m)
Area	1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density	2,449/sq mi
Coordinates	43.0609°N, 77.2297°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Wayne County County
Nearest Airport	Frederick Douglass/Greater Rochester International (ROC) 23 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.4"

12% below US avg

Snowfall 104.9"

Wettest Month (Jun) 3.56"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

AQI Median	33.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	95.8%
Unhealthy Days	0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0400 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	56.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	39.3 / 100
Community Resilience	90.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

20 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 29, 2024.

Feb 6, 2023	1 km NE of West Seneca, New York	M3.8	129 km
Apr 23, 2023	New York	M3.6	132 km
Dec 25, 1998	23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada	M3.6	103 km
Jun 29, 2024	14 km W of Ellisburg, New York	M3.3	104 km
Feb 3, 2001	6 km W of Bath, New York	M3.2	81 km
May 25, 1995	3 km NW of Amherst, New York	M3.0	130 km
Aug 4, 2004	30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada	M3.0	109 km
Nov 7, 2002	13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada	M3.0	111 km
Jul 19, 2007	27 km S of Cobourg, Canada	M3.0	107 km
Jun 5, 2009	4 km SSE of Attica, New York	M2.9	87 km
Mar 8, 2008	5 km ENE of Clarence Center, New York	M2.7	109 km
Dec 21, 2009	10 km NNE of Olcott, New York	M2.7	123 km
Aug 11, 2007	4 km N of Kingston, Canada	M2.6	148 km
Mar 15, 2022	5 km SSW of Warsaw, New York	M2.6	86 km
Mar 29, 2020	11 km N of Lyndonville, New York	M2.6	100 km
Apr 14, 2023	1 km W of Adams Center, New York	M2.6	132 km
Apr 11, 2007	6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York	M2.6	36 km
Jul 11, 2017	11 km NNW of Barker, New York	M2.5	118 km
Jan 25, 1999	New York	M2.5	63 km
Feb 13, 2014	34 km N of Lyndonville, New York	M2.5	114 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

69 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 5 fatalities, 14 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 2, 1983	EF3	78 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	51 km	1
Jun 2, 1969	EF3	44 km	0
Aug 30, 1955	EF3	85 km	0
Aug 21, 2011	EF2	36 km	0
Jun 2, 1998	EF2	90 km	0
Aug 28, 1990	EF2	69 km	0
Sep 19, 2022	EF1	63 km	0
Sep 12, 2021	EF1	55 km	0
Jun 21, 2021	EF1	99 km	0
May 3, 2018	EF1	39 km	0
Jul 13, 2014	EF1	74 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF1	95 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF1	96 km	0
Jul 25, 2009	EF1	98 km	0
Jun 21, 2007	EF1	62 km	0
Aug 12, 2005	EF1	93 km	0
May 11, 2003	EF1	18 km	0
Jul 28, 2002	EF1	66 km	0
Jul 15, 1996	EF1	17 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

2 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 ac, 2010).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2010	DRY MARSH	1,018	40 km
1994	MOHAWK POOL	507	96 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	2.2 in
February	27°F (-3°C)	1.7 in	Coldest, Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	2.2 in
April	45°F (7°C)	2.9 in
May	58°F (14°C)	2.9 in
June	67°F (19°C)	3.6 in	Wettest
July	71°F (22°C)	3.5 in	Warmest
August	70°F (21°C)	3.3 in
September	61°F (16°C)	3.2 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.5 in
November	41°F (5°C)	2.3 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	2.1 in

Palmyra has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 27°F in February to 71°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.6") and February the driest (1.7").

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Palmyra is located in Wayne County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 25.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.5% of the vote, a 23.1-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 13 public libraries serving the community. 142 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%

D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	4
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	25.0%
	26% below US avg
High School+	91.8%
Graduate Degree+	11.9%
School Test Score	5.41

B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	2,449/sq mi
Total Area	1.4 sq mi
County	Wayne County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.7%
Avg Download Speed	152.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	7.5 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	5
Public Libraries	13
Healthcare Facilities	142
Restaurants	159
Retail Stores	259

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.3 min
Drive Alone	80.7%
Public Transit	0.4%
Work from Home	4.9%

Average costs for common services in Palmyra. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$270 ($162-$432)
Specialist Visit	$378 ($216-$593)
Urgent Care Visit	$216 ($108-$378)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,374 ($863-$5,395)
Dental Cleaning	$140 ($81-$216)
Dental Filling	$270 ($162-$432)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27-$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$81 ($54-$129)
Brake Pad Replacement	$324 ($162-$540)
Tire Rotation	$43 ($22-$81)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$647 ($432-$1,079)
Battery Replacement	$216 ($108-$378)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$108 ($65-$162)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$97 ($54-$151)
HVAC Repair	$432 ($162-$863)
HVAC System Install	$7,553 ($4,316-$12,948)
Roof Repair	$1,079 ($432-$2,158)
Roof Replacement	$9,711 ($5,935-$16,185)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,619 ($540-$3,777)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,185 ($5,395-$32,370)
DUI Defense	$5,395 ($2,158-$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,619 ($863-$3,237)
Will Preparation	$540 ($216-$1,079)
Trust Preparation	$2,698 ($1,079-$5,395)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16-$49)
Women's Haircut	$59 ($32-$108)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$162 ($81-$270)
Manicure	$27 ($16-$49)
Pedicure	$43 ($27-$70)
Massage (1 Hour)	$86 ($54-$140)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.42 ($3.24-$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.78 ($2.70-$5.40)
Loaf of Bread	$4.10 ($2.70-$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.86 ($3.24-$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.93 ($4.32-$8.09)
Rice (per lb)	$1.08 ($0.65-$1.94)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$151 ($86-$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($32-$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($43-$129)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($43-$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$70 ($32-$108)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54-$162)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$216 ($81-$540)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,158 ($1,295-$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($32-$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.63-$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$108 ($32-$270)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16-$81)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,295 ($647-$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,079 ($540-$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$432 ($216-$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27-$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,079 ($432-$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,488 ($5,395-$32,370)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($32-$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$108 ($54-$216)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($32-$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$43 ($22-$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$324 ($162-$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$216 ($108-$432)

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Childcare

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

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Wayne County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	5,348	135	$71,446	2.31
Retail Trade	3,218	240	$37,874	1.14
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,797	146	$46,594	0.69
Accommodation & Food Services	1,675	149	$21,597	0.65
Construction	1,397	289	$65,214	0.94
Administrative & Waste Services	940	137	$53,016	0.57
Wholesale Trade	729	76	$86,930	0.66
Other Services	587	172	$36,056	0.69
Finance & Insurance	447	67	$76,838	0.39
Professional & Technical Services	350	96	$79,220	0.18
Real Estate	275	52	$55,501	0.63
Arts & Entertainment	229	42	$23,409	0.48
Information & Technology	114	18	$66,233	0.22
Unclassified	94	132	$35,372	2.39
Management of Companies	80	9	$57,477	0.17
Educational Services	37	10	$18,642	0.06

Schools in Palmyra

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
PALMYRA-MACEDON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL	High	605	47	12.9:1
PALMYRA-MACEDON PRIMARY SCHOOL	Elementary	440	34	12.9:1
PALMYRA-MACEDON MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	367	40	9.2:1

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Radio Stations near Palmyra

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WXXI-FM "Classical 91.5" Rochester, NY (MP3)	classical, npr	MP3 64 kbps
WITR	college radio, rit	AAC 96 kbps
WAYO-LP 104.3 Rochester, NY	community radio, freeform	MP3 192 kbps
WXXI-FM	-	MP3 64 kbps
WXXI-AM 1370 Rochester, NY (AAC)	apm, npr	AAC+ 48 kbps
WXXI-FM "Classical 91.5" Rochester, NY (AAC)	classical, npr	AAC+ 64 kbps
WXXI-AM	-	MP3 64 kbps

National Parks Near Palmyra

39 national parks and monuments found near Palmyra.

Park	Type	Fee
Battle Island State Park	State Park	Free
Beechwood State Park	State Park	Free
Bonavista State Park	State Park	Free
Braddock Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Buttermilk Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Cayuga Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Chimney Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Fair Haven Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fillmore Glen State Park	State Park	Free
Genesee River Fishing Access Site	State Park	Free
Hamlin Beach 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
Indian Hills State Golf Course	State Park	Free
Irondequoit Bay Marine Park	State Park	Free
Keuka Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lake On The Mountain Provincial Picnic Grounds		Free
Letchworth State Park	State Park	Free
Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)	State Park	Free
Mark Twain State Park	State Park	Free
Mexico Point State Park	State Park	Free
New York State Lands	State Park	Free
North Beach Provincial Park		Free
Nosewicz	State Park	Free
Park	State Park	Free
Pinnacle State Park	State Park	Free
Presqu'ile Provincial Park		Free
Robert G. Wehle State Park	State Park	Free
Robert H. Treman State Park	State Park	Free
Sampson State Park	State Park	Free
Seneca Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Stony Brook State Park	State Park	Free
Taughannock Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Timber Island Provincial 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

Trails Near Palmyra

4 trails found near Palmyra.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
INTERLOKEN	2.3	SNOW	-	-	-
INTERLOKEN	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
NO-TAN-TAKTO	1.1	SNOW	-	-	-
NO-TAN-TAKTO	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	-	-	Yes

Museums in Palmyra

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
HOUGHTON HOUSE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		3157813000	$161,787,393
GENEVA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3157895151	$8,596,338
SONNENBERG GARDENS & MANSION STATE HISTORIC PARK	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		5853944922	$1,214,197
AWA ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		5856576260	$504,386
GRANGER HOMESTEAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7163941472	$418,104
GRANGER HOMESTEAD SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5853941472	$418,104
ONTARIO COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5853944975	$290,408
NEW YORK STEAM ENGINE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$189,500
WAYNE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3159464943	$109,188
HISTORIC PALMYRA	HISTORY MUSEUM		3155976981	$93,126
SODUS BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7606 NORTH ONTARIO STREET	3154834936	$87,428
1816 FARMINGTON QUAKER MEETINGHOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	160 COUNTRY ROAD 8		$75,979
PULTNEYVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$57,031
ARCADIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3153316409	$56,430
ONTARIO HISTORICAL & LANDMARK PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7147 ONTARIO CENTER RD	3155249330	$21,838
NEW YORK STATE LITERARY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		5852230784	$18,510
VALENTOWN MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		5859244170	$16,832
VICTOR HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5859244170	$16,832
A.W.A. ELECTRONIC-COMMUNICATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
AMERICAN POLICE MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6032796387
CLIFTON SPRINGS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	9 E MAIN ST	3154627394
CUSHINGS BATTERY A 4TH U S LIGHT ARTILLERY & INFANTRY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
EAST BLOOMFIELD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
GENEVA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	543 SOUTH MAIN STREET	3157895151
HISTORIC PURSUITS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3155971422
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF EAST BLOOMFIELD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5856577244
HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF THE TOWN OF HOPEWELL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LEHIGH VALLEY RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	8 E HIGH ST	5852899149
MACEDON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3159864845
PERINTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5852233989
PHELPS COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3155484940
WALWORTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2257 ACADEMY STREET P O BOX 142	3155249205
WEBSTER ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	1350 CHIYODA DR	5858727103
WEBSTER MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		5852652768

Libraries in Palmyra

Name	Address	Annual Visits
WEBSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	WEBSTER PLAZA, 980 RIDGE ROAD	354,749
FAIRPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY	1 VILLAGE LANDING	292,470
PENFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	1985 BAIRD ROAD	217,141
VICTOR FARMINGTON LIBRARY	15 WEST MAIN STREET	142,089
WOOD LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	134 NORTH MAIN STREET	139,565
NEWARK PUBLIC LIBRARY	121 HIGH STREET	120,000
MACEDON PUBLIC LIBRARY	30 MAIN STREET	63,564
ONTARIO PUBLIC LIBRARY	1850 RIDGE ROAD	62,234
GENEVA PUBLIC LIBRARY	244 MAIN STREET	60,662
WILLIAMSON FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY	6380 ROUTE 21, SUITE 1	50,248
WALWORTH-SEELY PUBLIC LIBRARY	3600 LORRAINE DRIVE	46,634
SODUS COMMUNITY LIBRARY	17 MAPLE AVENUE	44,550
PALMYRA COMMUNITY LIBRARY	402 EAST MAIN STREET	41,915
RED JACKET COMMUNITY LIBRARY	7 LEHIGH AVENUE	34,550
LYONS PUBLIC LIBRARY	122 BROAD STREET	31,917
MARION PUBLIC LIBRARY	4036 MAPLE AVENUE	27,993
BLOOMFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY	9 CHURCH STREET	27,201
PHELPS COMMUNITY MEMORIAL LIBRARY	8 BANTA ST. SUITE 200	25,846
CLIFTON SPRINGS LIBRARY	4 RAILROAD AVENUE	21,634

Farmers Markets in Palmyra

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Burnap's Farm Market & Garden Cafe	7277 Maple Ave.
Canandaigua Farmers Market	Corner of Mill and Beaman Sts.	June to October	Sat:8:30 AM - 12:30 PM;	Yes	Visit
Canandaigua VA Medical Center Farmers Market	400 Fort Hill Ave	06/17/2014 to 10/14/2014	Tue: 1:30 PM-5:00 PM;	Yes
Casa Larga Vineyards Farm to Table to Marketplace	2287 Turk Hill Road	06/21/2015 to 10/25/2015	Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Clifton Springs Farmer's Market	corner of Kendall Street and Railroad Avenue	June to October	Fri:4:00 pm - 8:00 pm;		Visit
Fairport Farmers Market	58 South Main St.	05/02/2015 to 11/19/2016	Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Geneva Farmers Market	Exchange St. Municipal Parking Lot	June to October	Thu:7:30 AM - 1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Macedon Farmers Market	32 Main St.
Newark Farmers' Market	Central Park, Church Street	06/05/2014 to 10/16/2014	Thu: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;
Palmyra Farmers Market	E MAIN STREET VILLAGE PARK	May to November	Tue:3:00 PM - 6:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Red Jacket Orchards	957 Route 5 & 20	01/01/2013 to 12/31/2013	Mon: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Tue: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-7:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-7:0	Yes	Visit
SHORTSVILLE - MANCHESTER FARMERS MARKET	Water Street	06/20/2013 to 09/19/2013	Thu: 4:00 PM-8:00 PM;
Sodus Farmers' Market	58 W. Main Street	06/13/2018 to 10/10/2018	Wed: 2:30 PM-6:00 PM;		Visit
Victor Farmers' Market	60 East Main Street	June to October	Wed:3:00 PM - 7:00 PM;		Visit
Webster's Joe Obbie Farmers' Market, Inc.	1028 Ridge Road, Webster Towne Center	06/09/2018 to 10/27/2018	Sat: 8:30 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit

Hotels in Palmyra

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palmyra Inn

Restaurants in Palmyra

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akropolis

Mark's Pizzeria

Cafes in Palmyra

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Muddy Waters Cafe

Theatres in Palmyra

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Strand Theatre

Gas Stations in Palmyra

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Byrne Dairy

Kwik Fill

Marathon

Mobil

Speedway

Banks in Palmyra

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Community Bank

Breweries in Palmyra

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Canandaigua Brew Co	Bar, Brewery, and Beer Garden	14 Phoenix St	5853948485
Cricklizard Brewing	Brewery	27 Antis St	5857490941	Visit
Fairport Brewing Company	Brewery	99 S Main St	5856786728	Visit
Flint Creek Brewery Company	Brewery	116 Main St	3155482739
Gael Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	4180 State Route 14	13152200190
Naked Dove Brewing Company	Breweries, Food & Drink	4048 State Routes 5 And 20	5853962537
Pulse Limos of Wny	Vineyard & Winery Equipment & Supplies, Micro-Breweries, Limos & Limousine Service, Breweries, Beer	7411 Victor Pittsford Rd	5859051784	Visit
Twisted Rail Brewing Co	Food & Drink, Breweries, Wineries	20 Pleasant St	15853960683

Pharmacies in Palmyra

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
RITE AID - 2767	609 EAST MAIN STREET	315-597-6695

Daycare Centers in Palmyra

1 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
WAYNE CAP INC., PALMYRA HEAD START 120 E. MAIN STREET	HEAD START, DCC	(315) 597-0279	OPEN

Cell Towers in Palmyra

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
5520 EDDY RIDGE ROAD (59664)	GTOWER	89
6449 FURNACE ROAD (59717)	GTOWER	79
3750 COUNTY ROAD 6 (97261)	LTOWER	56
Palmyra Cell Site 755 North Creek Road	TOWER	32
6569 ROUTE 88 (59691)	GTOWER	24

Fire Stations in Palmyra

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Palmyra Fire Department	615 E Main ST	Volunteer			315-597-5111

Power Plants Near Palmyra

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
YELLOW MILLS RD #1 COMMUNITY SOLAR FARM	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.3	T
YELLOW MILLS RD #2 COMMUNITY SOLAR FARM	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.3	T
YELLOW MILLS RD #3 COMMUNITY SOLAR FARM	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-77.3	T

Bridges in Palmyra

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1992	136	11,782	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1961	330	4,324	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1994	867	3,546	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1913	151	2,058	P
Culvert	Concrete	2002	42	1,968	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1990	145	1,968	G
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1911	151	1,630	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2014	81	1,545	G
Slab	Wood or Timber	2015	32	1,468	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1984	91	406	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1914	109		F

Airports Near Palmyra

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport	ROC	Large Airport
Airy-Acres Airport	-	Small Airport
Bedson's Land Base Airport	-	Small Airport
Canandaigua Airport	IUA	Small Airport
Coye Field	-	Small Airport
Creekside Airport	-	Small Airport
Culver Airfield	-	Small Airport
D'Amico Airport	-	Small Airport
Dansville Municipal Airport	DSV	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airport	-	Small Airport
Farnsworth Airport	-	Small Airport
Finger Lakes Regional Airport	-	Small Airport
Flying K Airport	-	Small Airport
Four Seasons Airport	-	Small Airport
Geneseo Airport	-	Small Airport
Grammar Airport	-	Small Airport
Greenlawn Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Grund Field	-	Small Airport
Harvs Airport	-	Small Airport
Henion Private Field Airport	-	Small Airport
Hidden Hills Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Hopewell Airpark	-	Small Airport
Hopewell Airpark	-	Small Airport
Horizon Air Airport	-	Small Airport
Hornell Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Kayutah Lake/James & Helene D Allen Memorial Airport	-	Small Airport
Krenzers Airport	-	Small Airport
Lakestone Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Lakeville Airport	-	Small Airport
Le Roy Airport	-	Small Airport
Ledgedale Airpark	-	Small Airport
Long Acre Farms Airport	-	Small Airport
Loucks Airport	-	Small Airport
Manitou Field	-	Small Airport
Match Mate Airport	-	Small Airport
Mc Kinney Airport	-	Small Airport
Merrimac Farms Airport	-	Small Airport
Middlesex Valley Airport	-	Small Airport
Midlakes Airport	-	Small Airport
Naked Acres Airport	-	Small Airport
Neno Airport	-	Small Airport
New Salem Aerodrome	-	Small Airport
Oak Ridge Airport	-	Small Airport
Old Fort Farm Airport	-	Small Airport
Ovid Airport	-	Small Airport
Owasco Airport	-	Small Airport
Paradise Airport	-	Small Airport
Penn Yan Airport	-	Small Airport
Pine View Airport	-	Small Airport
Re-Dun Field	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Palmyra

2 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Clifton Springs Police Department
Fairport Police Department	31 South Main Street

Grocery Stores in Palmyra

6 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Byrne Dairy Palmyra 144	Convenience Store	611 E Main St
Dollar General 8440	Other	604 E Main St
Reid Stores LLC Crosby's 40065	Convenience Store	510 E Main St
Speedway 9917	Convenience Store	504 W Main St
Walgreens 19919	Other	609 E Main St
Wny Palmyra Inc	Convenience Store	521 E Main St

Treatment Centers in Palmyra

4 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Clifton Springs Hosp Clinic - Addiction Recovery Program	Substance Abuse	315-462-1050
Finger Lakes Addictions Counseling and - Recovery Agency/FLACRA OP 1	Substance Abuse	315-781-0771 x302
Finger Lakes Area Counseling and - Recovery Agency/FLACRA Add Clinic OP	Substance Abuse	315-331-3862
Ontario County Mental Health Center - Canandaigua Clinic	Mental Health	585-396-4363

DOL Wage Violations in Palmyra

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $15,299 in back wages owed to 15 employees.

Violations

$15,299

Back Wages Owed

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
K&D Disposal, Inc.	-	-	14522	-	1	$14,121	$1,177	12
Cable Systems, Inc.	-	-	14522	-	1	$1,027	$1,027	1
Palmyra Mart Inc.	-	-	14522	-	1	$150	$75	2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Palmyra

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CROSS CREEK CHURCH	3700 STATE ROUTE 31
FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST CHURCH	100 W MAIN ST
JESUS NOW MORE THAN EVER MINISTRIES INC	4596 N CREEK RD
OASIS OF HOPE COMMUNITY CHURCH	3701 TROLLEY RD
REFORMED CHURCH OF PALMYRA	236 CANANDAIGUA ST
RENEWAL OF LIFE CHURCH OF GOD AND CHRIST	3701 TROLLEY RD

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UFO Sightings Near Palmyra

2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Palmyra.

Name	Year	Description
Palmyra, NY	2013	My self and many other witness saw 3 to 4 white lights doing strange circular formations behind the clouds&#44
Palmyra, NY	2000	I saw two rows of well lit windows suspended over the trees.

Historic Markers Near Palmyra

2 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Palmyra.

Name	Description
Market Street Historic District	Marker is on Market Street south of Canal Street, on the right when traveling north.
Palmer Homestead	Marker is at the intersection of Macedon Center Road (Route 209) and Daansen Road, on the right when traveling west on Macedon Center Road.

Haunted Places Near Palmyra

1 reported haunted locations found near Palmyra.

Name	Description
Phelps Museum on Market St.	Owned by Mr. & Mrs. Phelps & daughter Sybil. The parents passed away & Sybil was never married. She went into Spiritualism, with her two friends The Fox Sisters. It is said she haunts her house on Market St. Things fly off walls ,people have seen her.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Palmyra

What is the population of Palmyra?

Palmyra has a population of 3,306 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 2,449 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Palmyra expensive to live in?

Palmyra 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 $66,647, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $125,200 (56% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Palmyra?

Palmyra has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches, with 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 33.

How is the job market in Palmyra?

The job market in Palmyra is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 2,114 business establishments in the area, including 159 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 4.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Palmyra?

The median home value in Palmyra is $125,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $245,943. For renters, the median monthly rent is $936. Fair market rent is $1,315 for a 1-bedroom and $1,579 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.1%. The average annual property tax is $7,291.

How are the schools in Palmyra?

Schools in Palmyra score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 25.0% of adults in Palmyra hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. 11.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Palmyra?

The obesity rate in Palmyra is 37.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.7% of adults are smokers. 24.2% are physically inactive. 23.3% of residents report depression. 3.9% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 63.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,330.

What is transportation like in Palmyra?

The average commute in Palmyra is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Palmyra?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Palmyra is 93.6% White, 2% Black or African American, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 2.6% of the population are military veterans. 13.5% of residents have a disability. 96.1% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Macedon, NY 1,885 pop · 3.6 mi Marion, NY 1,312 pop · 5.9 mi Manchester, NY 1,655 pop · 6.4 mi Newark, NY 9,040 pop · 7.0 mi Gananda, NY 6,501 pop · 7.1 mi Shortsville, NY 1,806 pop · 7.3 mi Clifton Springs, NY 2,124 pop · 8.4 mi Victor, NY 2,707 pop · 10.6 mi Phelps, NY 2,164 pop · 11.1 mi Fairport, NY 5,436 pop · 11.1 mi Ontario, NY 2,176 pop · 11.2 mi Williamson, NY 2,667 pop · 11.5 mi Lyons, NY 3,536 pop · 12.1 mi Canandaigua, NY 10,542 pop · 12.1 mi

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