West Elmira, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

West Elmira is a small town in New York with a population of 4,691. Residents earn $107,359 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,691 Population 1,543/sq mi density
$107,359 Median Income $51,968 per capita
$192,900 Home Value
$1,435 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$107,359 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,900 home value, $1,435/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,359
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.0%
54% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,435
23% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,691
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density1,543/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,359
Per Capita$51,968
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$4,774M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
Rent$1,435
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation987 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.0%
High School+97.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%
Commute19 min
Libraries6

Is West Elmira a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Elmira receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. West Elmira stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Elmira is $107,359, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places West Elmira among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Elmira is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,435 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

West Elmira is a highly educated community — 52.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

West Elmira experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 41.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

West Elmira has a population of 4,691 with a density of 1,543 people per square mile. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%).

Population

4,691
Total Population
1,543
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

West Elmira vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Elmira vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Elmira is $107,359, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: West Elmira vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,359
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,968
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$67,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,914
County GDP$4,774M

Business (County)

Restaurants192
Healthcare189
Retail305
Manufacturing83

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in West Elmira is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,435 (23% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg
Median List Price$241,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$241,250
$/Sq Ft$86
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,435
23% above US avg

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

Owner-Occupied88.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,776
122% above US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
In West Elmira, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Elmira vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death9,852/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities189

Crime Rates: West Elmira vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

West Elmira has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall41.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation987 ft (301 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density1,543/sq mi
Coordinates42.0877°N, 76.8433°W
County FIPS36015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 52.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%
D 41.6%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.0%
54% above US avg
High School+97.9%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,543/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants192
Retail Stores305

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Work from Home10.2%

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