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Niagara Falls, New York

Introduction to Niagara Falls, New York

Niagara Falls, New York, in Niagara county, is 17 miles NW of Buffalo, New York. The city is located in the Buffalo- Niagara Falls metropolitan area. Niagara Falls has a population of 55,593.

Niagara Falls History

This area had its first European settlers sometime during the 19th century. These early settlers were mostly explorers and missionaries. The influx of new people instigated the already antagonistic natives and led to war in the contest for fur trade. The area started developing industrially, and by the end of 19th century, it was heavily industrialized. Niagara Falls was incorporated as a city in March of 1892.

Niagara Falls and nearby Attractions

  • Aquarium of Niagara
  • Wintergarden Botanical Garden
  • Daredevil Museum
  • Niagara Gorge Discovery Center
  • Castellani Art Museum of Niagara University
  • Devil's Hole

Things To Do In Niagara Falls

The most popular attraction is the area is obviously the breathtaking Niagara Falls, which attracts people from all over the world. River cruises are also available. There are some excellent parks in the city as well, which have amenities for a variety of games and sports. The nearby museums are also great places to spend a few exciting hours.

Niagara Falls Transportation

Niagara Falls International Airport is nearby.

Niagara Falls Higher Education

Niagara County Community College, SUNY College at Buffalo, D'youville College and Canisius College provide facilities for higher education.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 7%Niagara Falls Affordability of Rents
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 9%Niagara Falls Short Commute Times
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. State)		Top 17%Niagara Falls Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Niagara Falls, NY

Comparing Niagara Falls 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
Senior Citizens109
Female Share of the Population109
Age of the Population85
Racial Diversity58
Children Under 5 Years Old46
Well-Paid Single Men22
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size22
Portion of People Married11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better22
People Above Poverty21
College Educated Adults22
Median Family Income11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work89
Public Transportation Use76
Working at Home23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Living Alone1010
Affordability of Rents109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals67
Affordability of Property Taxes59
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
Housing Recently Built14

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime31
Low Violent Crime11

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Niagara Falls from Clifton Hotel. between 1900 and 1915

Public library between 1900 and 1910

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