Niagara Falls, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
48,198 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,535 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$509 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$649 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Niagara 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

Niagara County
4
Buffalo-Cheektowaga Metro Area
5
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 21 25
Feb 2 16 26
Mar 2 11 34
Apr 3 3 46
May 3 0 57
Jun 3 0 67
Jul 3 0 71
Aug 3 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 6 41
Dec 3 19 30

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 26, NY State Senate District 62, NY Assembly District 145, NY
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Schools

Gaskill Preparatory School
<1 miles, NW • 1 star
Niagara Falls High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Niagara Street School
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Hyde Park School
1 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Niagara University
3 miles, N • 2.8 star
Niagara County Community College
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Kenmore Mercy Hospital
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Buffalo Niagara International Airport
18 miles, SE • 2.8 star
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