Elmira, New York
Quick Statistics
Elmira is a community in Chemung County, New York, home to about 26,257 people spread across 7.3 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $26,647 a year, and a typical home is worth about $93,000. About 29.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.1% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 10 percent over the past decade.
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Among the New York towns GeoStat tracks, Elmira ranks number 61 of 1,289 in population, number 1,179 in median household income, number 1,178 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Elmira typically top out near 84°F in July, while January nights average about 16°F. The area sees roughly 42 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Elmira, NY | 0.3 mi. | 6,934 |
| 2. | Southport, NY | 2.7 mi. | 10,940 |
| 3. | Horseheads, NY | 5.1 mi. | 19,485 |
| 4. | Big Flats, NY | 7.2 mi. | 7,731 |
| 5. | Ridgebury, PA | 9.4 mi. | 1,978 |
| 6. | Erin, NY | 9.6 mi. | 1,962 |
| 7. | Chemung, NY | 11.2 mi. | 2,563 |
| 8. | Caton, NY | 11.5 mi. | 2,179 |
What is the population of Elmira, New York?
Elmira has a population of about 26,257 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Elmira, New York in?
Elmira is located in Chemung County, New York.
What is the median home value in Elmira, New York?
The median home value in Elmira is about $93,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Elmira, New York?
The median personal income in Elmira is about $26,647 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Elmira, New York?
Since 1950, 6 tornadoes have been recorded in Chemung County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Elmira, New York?
Typical July highs run about 84 degrees and January lows about 16 degrees, with around 42 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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