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Elba, NY


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Elba, New York

Elba, New York, in Genesee county, is 29 miles W of Rochester, New York (center to center) and 37 miles E of Buffalo, New York. The village is conveniently located inside the Rochester metropolitan area. There are an estimated 696 people in Elba.

The People and Families of Elba

In Elba, about 63% of adults are married. Many folks in Elba are married and settled down. Families have pride of place in the village, and much of the housing seems designed with families in mind.

Males represent a higher percentage of the population in Elba than in most places.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Elba had a median family income of $51,042. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in Elba.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($4,000) in Elba. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Elba Housing

Approximately 83% of housing in Elba is owner-occupied. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in the village than you'll find in other villages.

Commuting

In Elba, 96% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Elba strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 14%Elba People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 18%Elba College Educated Adults

Comparative Profile of Elba, NY

Comparing Elba to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Men74
Racial Diversity75
Children Under 5 Years Old77
Well-Paid Single Women62
Age of the Population54
Senior Citizens33
Female Share of the Population21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size98
Portion of People Married98

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better97
College Educated Adults95
People Above Poverty86
Median Family Income85

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times46
Walking and Biking to Work44
Public Transportation Use31
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals54
Seasonal and Vacation Housing44
Affordability of Rents26
People Living Alone23
Affordability of Property Taxes27
Housing Recently Built12
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