Dunkirk

NY

Chautauqua County, New York

Population 126K |Median income $58,351 |3 hospitals

Population
125,544
Chautauqua County
Median Income
$58,351
-14% vs avg
Median Home Value
$127,900
-44% vs avg
Median Age
42.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
126K-6%
Median Income
$58,351+38%
Median Home Value
$127,900+53%
Poverty Rate
17.4%-9%
Unemployment
5.9%-33%

Economics

Median Rent
$812/mo
Poverty Rate
17.4% +23% vs avg
Unemployment 5.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 25.1%
Work From Home 7.9%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 86.2%
African American 2.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.9%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
39.5%
High Blood Pressure
37.3%
Obesity
36.3%
Physical Inactivity
27.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
Binge Drinking
16.4%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.3%
Current Smoking
14.9%
Diabetes
12.6%
Current Asthma
11.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.4%
Dental Visit 58.6%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Lack of Health Insurance
7.3%
Stroke
4%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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1
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Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
UPMC CHAUTAUQUA AT WCA
JAMESTOWN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
BROOKS-TLC HOSPITAL SYSTEM, INC
DUNKIRK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Dunkirk Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Tioughnioga River at Cortland Through Wednesday Evening

NOAA · 12h ago
FDA Recalls

Olympus Recalls ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems Due to Mis-wired Components

FDA · 3d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola, LLC Recalls Junebar Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola Recalls Junebar Chocolate Cherry Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Dunkirk, NY? ▼
Dunkirk, NY has a population of 125,544 people, located in Chautauqua County, New York.
What is the median household income in Dunkirk? ▼
The median household income in Dunkirk, NY is $58,351 per year. The poverty rate is 17.4%.
What is the median home value in Dunkirk? ▼
The median home value in Dunkirk, NY is $127,900. Median rent is $812/month.
What are the top health concerns in Dunkirk? ▼
The top health indicators in Dunkirk include Short Sleep Duration (39.5%), High Blood Pressure (37.3%), Obesity (36.3%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Dunkirk? ▼
Dunkirk has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Dunkirk? ▼
The median age in Dunkirk, NY is 42.9 years. 25.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Dunkirk, NY is located in Chautauqua County, New York. With a population of 126K and a median household income of $58,351, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Dunkirk area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Chautauqua County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.