Living in Chemung County, New York

Chemung County is a county in New York with a population of around 87,071, part of the Elmira, NY MSA metro area. The main communities are Southport, Elmira, Horseheads.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $813/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $148K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 34°F) and cool summers (highs around 74°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Chemung County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.