Tonawanda, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 9/10
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
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
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
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
15,044 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,619 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$159,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$616 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$688 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 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 20 25
Feb 2 15 25
Mar 3 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 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 4 6 41
Dec 3 18 30

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 49% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 43%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 26, NY State Senate District 61, NY Assembly District 140, NY
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Schools

Tonawanda Middle/High School
<1 miles, W • 4.1 star
Fletcher Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 2.8 star
The Baptist School
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
Mullen Elementary School
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

University at Buffalo
5 miles, SE • 3.2 star
SUNY Buffalo State
5 miles, S • 2.3 star
Daemen College
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Kenmore Mercy Hospital
2 miles, S • 3.2 star
Sisters of Charity Hospital
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
Brylin Hosp
6 miles, S
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Airports

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