Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 16.5% ▲ 65% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.1% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,166 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 25,931 (31.4%) |
| Some College | 11,477 (13.9%) |
| Associates | 9,225 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 13,232 (16%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,424 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,868 ▼ 24% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,915 ▼ 55% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $815/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 67,246 |
| Vacant Units | 12,913 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Chautauqua County is located in New York and encompasses 38 ZIP codes spanning 37 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 127,955 residents. With a median age of 42.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Chautauqua County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $57,867 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 16.5% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Chautauqua County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $124,915 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $815. Homeownership rates are high at 69.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Chautauqua County are primarily White (83.87%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 42.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Chautauqua County, NY is a solidly middle-class area in New York. The 38 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14710 | Ashville | 2,951 | $64,782 | $152,800 | $582 | 4.1% | 47.1% |
| 14712 | Bemus Point | 3,079 | $77,423 | $219,000 | $775 | 6.9% | 40.4% |
| 14716 | Brocton | 2,343 | $54,697 | $107,500 | $760 | 4.0% | 31.3% |
| 14718 | Cassadaga | 1,961 | $58,594 | $99,100 | $926 | 3.4% | 35.5% |
| 14720 | Celoron | 853 | $43,333 | $61,300 | $924 | 0.7% | 29.1% |
| 14723 | Cherry Creek | 1,060 | $63,611 | $101,900 | $842 | 10.7% | 30.5% |
| 14724 | Clymer | 3,099 | $77,679 | $163,500 | $719 | 4.4% | 40.4% |
| 14728 | Dewittville | 856 | $62,143 | $165,900 | $1,084 | 4.1% | 45.9% |
| 14048 | Dunkirk | 14,949 | $52,971 | $98,400 | $905 | 4.1% | 35.3% |
| 14733 | Falconer | 3,201 | $56,157 | $102,000 | $675 | 5.1% | 39.4% |
| 14736 | Findley Lake | 210 | $90,500 | $187,500 | — | 2.7% | 58.9% |
| 14062 | Forestville | 3,220 | $74,667 | $121,600 | $1,035 | 4.3% | 39.8% |
| 14063 | Fredonia | 12,722 | $55,629 | $178,500 | $852 | 4.1% | 47.1% |
| 14738 | Frewsburg | 3,550 | $70,000 | $130,300 | $884 | 6.2% | 36.9% |
| 14740 | Gerry | 1,283 | $61,111 | $116,100 | $1,208 | 0.0% | 39.4% |
| 14081 | Irving | 2,736 | $63,672 | $126,700 | $888 | 9.4% | 36.9% |
| 14701 | Jamestown | 39,207 | $50,909 | $98,400 | $769 | 7.2% | 44.2% |
| 14747 | Kennedy | 2,035 | $52,902 | $90,400 | $642 | 3.9% | 34.4% |
| 14750 | Lakewood | 4,411 | $67,083 | $158,400 | $1,145 | 6.1% | 51.4% |
| 14752 | Lily Dale | 171 | $92,656 | $175,900 | — | 0.0% | 84.3% |
| 14757 | Mayville | 3,112 | $63,542 | $179,400 | $677 | 5.8% | 51.2% |
| 14767 | Panama | 2,156 | $62,935 | $128,800 | $736 | 1.0% | 41.6% |
| 14769 | Portland | 849 | $60,132 | $162,000 | $632 | 21.1% | 45.8% |
| 14775 | Ripley | 2,272 | $50,061 | $103,400 | $628 | 2.0% | 34.2% |
| 14781 | Sherman | 1,859 | $65,134 | $126,700 | $810 | 6.2% | 37.1% |
| 14136 | Silver Creek | 5,274 | $68,875 | $143,700 | $928 | 4.5% | 41.9% |
| 14782 | Sinclairville | 2,010 | $62,292 | $109,800 | $711 | 2.2% | 36.8% |
| 14784 | Stockton | 950 | $95,227 | $126,000 | $633 | 8.6% | 36.5% |
| 14166 | Van Buren Point | 182 | $96,616 | $139,200 | — | 0.0% | 80.9% |
| 14787 | Westfield | 4,863 | $47,656 | $116,100 | $685 | 4.7% | 45.3% |