Elma Center, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
3,091 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
52.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$115,859 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$409,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$896 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,176 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Erie County
4
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Erie County
5
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
5
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 26 23
Feb 2 17 25
Mar 3 15 32
Apr 3 3 45
May 3 0 55
Jun 4 0 65
Jul 4 0 69
Aug 3 0 68
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 3 8 39
Dec 3 23 28

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 23, NY State Senate District 60, NY Assembly District 147, NY
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Schools

Elma Primary School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
Iroquois Senior High School
2 miles, E • 5 star
Iroquois Intermediate School
2 miles, E • 2.8 star
Iroquois Middle School
2 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Bryant & Stratton College-Online
7 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
9 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Erie County Medical Center
12 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Kaleida Health
13 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

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