Elmira

Chemung County, New York

Population 82K |Median income $63,716 |2 hospitals

Population

82,147

Chemung County

Median Income

$63,716

-6% vs avg

Median Home Value

$141,100

-38% vs avg

Median Age

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

82K-8%

Median Income

$63,716+31%

Median Home Value

$141,100+50%

Poverty Rate

16.3%+4%

Unemployment

6.1%-16%

Economics

Median Rent

$1,059/mo

Poverty Rate

16.3% +15% vs avg

Unemployment 6.1%

Bachelor's Degree+ 27.2%

Work From Home 8.2%

Public Transit 1.3%

Population

White 85%

African American 6.5%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.2%

Asian 1.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure

36.8%

Short Sleep Duration

34.4%

Obesity

30.7%

Physical Inactivity

26.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

17.1%

Binge Drinking

15.9%

Current Smoking

14.9%

Frequent Physical Distress

14.5%

Diabetes

11.5%

Current Asthma

11.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.1%

Dental Visit 60.7%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease

7.3%

Lack of Health Insurance

6.4%

Stroke

3.8%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

ARNOT OGDEN MEDICAL CENTER

ELMIRA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Elmira 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 Elmira, NY? ▼

Elmira, NY has a population of 82,147 people, located in Chemung County, New York.

What is the median household income in Elmira? ▼

The median household income in Elmira, NY is $63,716 per year. The poverty rate is 16.3%.

What is the median home value in Elmira? ▼

The median home value in Elmira, NY is $141,100. Median rent is $1,059/month.

What are the top health concerns in Elmira? ▼

The top health indicators in Elmira include High Blood Pressure (36.8%), Short Sleep Duration (34.4%), Obesity (30.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Elmira? ▼

Elmira has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Elmira? ▼

The median age in Elmira, NY is 42 years. 27.2% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Elmira, NY is located in Chemung County, New York. With a population of 82K and a median household income of $63,716, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Elmira 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 (Chemung 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.