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Hornell, New York

Introduction to Hornell, New York

Hornell, New York, in Steuben county, is 57 miles S of Rochester, New York and 73 miles SE of Buffalo, New York. As of the year 2000 census, 9,019 people lived in Hornell.

Hornell History

The area was originally settled in 1790, when it was known as Upper Canisteo. It was incorporated as a town in 1820 under the name Hornellsville, in honor of early settler and Indian trader George Hornell, who constructed the area's first gristmill. The New York and Erie Railroad arrived in the area in the mid 19th century. This resulted in significant growth and development of the community. In 1888, the area was reincorporated as the City of Hornellsville. It was finally renamed Hornell in 1906.

Hornell and nearby Attractions

  • Schein-Joseph International Museum of Ceramic Art
  • Stony Brook State Park
  • American Red Cross, Clara Barton House Chapter #1
  • Erie Depot Museum
  • Mount Morris Dam
  • Arcade & Attica Railroad

Things To Do In Hornell

The working headquarters of the American Red Cross is located near Hornell. The city is home to the Erie Depot Museum, which showcases exhibits reflecting the railroad and community's history. The Schein-Joseph International Museum of Ceramic Art houses a collection of around 8,000 glass and ceramic objects. Mount Morris Dam, another popular destination in the area, is in the Genesee River gorge and was built in the mid 1900s. Opportunities for hiking, swimming, camping and picnicking are available at Stony Brook State Park.

Hornell Transportation

Air transportation is available from Greater Rochester International Airport.

Hornell Higher Education

Nearby colleges include the SUNY College of Technology at Alfred, Corning Community College, SUNY College at Geneseo and Finger Lakes Community College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)
Top 3%trophyHornell Affordability of Property Taxes
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 14%Hornell Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Hornell, NY

Comparing Hornell 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
Children Under 5 Years Old89
Female Share of the Population88
Senior Citizens77
Age of the Population42
Racial Diversity45
Male Share of the Population33
Well-Paid Single Men32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size54
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults32
People in Middle Class or Better21
Median Family Income21
People Above Poverty21

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times89
Public Transportation Use85
Working at Home44
Walking and Biking to Work36

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone88
Affordability of Rents79
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals77
Affordability of Property Taxes610
Seasonal and Vacation Housing54
Housing Recently Built13

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime74
Low Violent Crime21
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