Elmira, New York

Population 29,080

Elmira is located in Chemung County, NY. The population is 29,080, making Elmira the largest city in Chemung County.

There are 15 public schools in Elmira with an average Homefacts rating of C. The total crime rate for Elmira is very low , and there are 144 registered sex offenders residing in the city. Unemployment in Elmira is high and the median home sales price is $0. Detailed and up-to-date Elmira property reports are available for any property address.

Cities near Elmira include West Elmira, Elmira Heights and Southport.

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Schools

School Rating is Average
  • No High School Diploma: 16.7%
  • High School Graduate or Higher: 68.7%
  • Bachelor's Degree or Higher: 14.5%

Crime Rate

98.55% Lower than national avg.
  • Auto theft: 0
  • Violent Crimes: 0
  • Robbery: 0
  • Burglary: 18
  • Property Crime: 36
  • Larceny Theft: 18

Registered Offenders

76.55% Higher than national avg.
  • 144 offenders in Elmira
  • 49.52 offenders/10,000 residents

Environmental Hazards

199 Found nearby
  • Brownfields: 3
  • Registered Polluters: 8
  • Superfunds: 8
  • Tanks & Spills: 180

Unemployment

High 5.9%
  • New York unemployment average: 4.9%
  • National unemployment average: 3.7%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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Summary
There are 15 K-12 public schools in Elmira, NY and 5 private schools. Homefacts rates Elmira's schools as Average, with an overall C rating.

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144 Registered Offenders search the registered offender database

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3 Building Permits View All

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  • In 2014, the city of Elmira, NY issued 3 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2013, the city of Elmira, NY issued 0 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $718
  • 1 Bedroom: $722
  • 2 Bedrooms: $916
  • 3 Bedrooms: $1,204
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,298

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Environmental Hazards

199 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (385/400)
    Elmira, NY has 96.25% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 1 COUNTY
    Elmira, NY is a red zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 3.64 Average
    Elmira, NY is a moderate risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 24.03°
  • February 26.73°
  • March 36.6°
  • April 47.7°
  • May 58.22°
  • June 66.1°
  • July 71.1°
  • August 68°
  • September 61.33°
  • October 49.93°
  • November 38.78°
  • December 29.68°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Elmira, NY

Earthquakes
Elmira, NY has a very low risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Elmira, NY has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Elmira, NY has a high risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Elmira, NY has a moderate risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in Elmira, NY: $29,955

Unemployment

Unemployment in Elmira is 5.9%. It is higher than the state and national averages, 4.9% and 3.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 50.06%
White Collar - 49.94%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Andrew Cuomo
  • Sen. Kirsten E. Gillibrand
  • Sen. Charles E. Schumer

City Representatives

  • Tom Reed
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