Hammondsport, NY

Hammondsport, New York

Hammondsport, New York, in Steuben county, is 55 miles S of Rochester, New York (center to center) and 90 miles E of Buffalo, New York. There are an estimated 731 people in the village.

The People and Families of Hammondsport

In Hammondsport, about 53% of adults are married. Though there are lots of families, Hammondsport isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

The village has a larger percentage of females than most places.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Hammondsport had a median family income of $50,125. It's worth mentioning that smart, educated people feel at home in Hammondsport.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($500) in Hammondsport. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Hammondsport Housing

Approximately 66% of housing in Hammondsport is owner-occupied. The village sports a large amount of seasonal housing, typically for vacation or part-time use. Dwellings tend to be older, with average home age more advanced in Hammondsport than you'll find in other villages. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in the village.

Commuting

In Hammondsport, 82% of commuters drive to work. Hammondsport is not so congested and car-oriented that lots of people can't get around on foot or by bike.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 5%
College Educated Adults (vs. Peers)	Top 8%
Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers)	Top 9%

Comparative Profile of Hammondsport, NY

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Well-Paid Single Women
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Senior Citizens
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Working at Home
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Housing Recently Built

Hammondsport Almanac

Hammondsport Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Hammondsport Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Hammondsport Public Libraries

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Hammondsport High Schools (2004)

HAMMONDSPORT JSHS
8272 MAIN ST EXT.
607-569-5300
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 324 students.

Hammondsport Colleges

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