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Lewiston, New York

Lewiston, New York, in Niagara county, is 5 miles N of Niagara Falls, New York (center to center) and 21 miles N of Buffalo, New York. Part of the surrounding Buffalo - Niagara Falls metro area, the village is not an isolated village. Lewiston is home to some 2,781 residents.

The People and Families of Lewiston

In Lewiston, about 51% of adults are married. People in Lewiston have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.

There are more females than males in the village than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Lewiston.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lewiston had a median family income of $50,457. Impressively, having a college education is normal in Lewiston.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($12,600) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Lewiston. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the village.

Lewiston Housing

According to the 2000 census, 62% of the housing in Lewiston was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Lewiston, 94% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the village it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk. The relatively short commuting times in Lewiston let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%Lewiston Well-Paid Single Women
Short Commute Times
(vs. Peers)
Top 13%Lewiston Short Commute Times
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Lewiston Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Lewiston College Educated Adults
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 16%Lewiston Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Lewiston, NY

Comparing Lewiston 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
Age of the Population1010
Senior Citizens1010
Well-Paid Single Women107
Female Share of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Men96
Racial Diversity31
Male Share of the Population21
Children Under 5 Years Old21

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married33
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults96
Median Family Income85
People in Middle Class or Better85
People Above Poverty75

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work99
Public Transportation Use62
Working at Home43

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals86
Seasonal and Vacation Housing66
Housing Recently Built46
Affordability of Rents26
Affordability of Property Taxes16
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Historic Lewiston

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The Chippewa (Niagara River) between 1900 and 1906

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The Chippewa (Niagara River) between 1900 and 1906

Niagara River at Queenston 1900 (est.)

Lewiston & Queenston Suspension bridge (Niagara River) 1900 (est.)

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