Elmira, New York
Elmira: city in Chemung County, New York, USA
About
Elmira is a city located in the county of Chemung in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 29,200 and a population density of 1,488 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 27,045 inhabitants.
The city was created 162 years ago in 1863.
Quick Facts about Elmira
| Population | 27,045 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Chemung County |
| Postal code | 14901 |
| Phone Area Codes | 607 |
| Area | 19.63 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 42.0898,-76.8077 |
| Altitude | 873 feet / 266 meters |
| Capital city | Elmira is capital of Chemung County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1864 (162 years ago) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone |
| Local time | 15:06:59 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,378 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -7.97% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 63℉ Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Elmira is located at 42°5'23"N 76°48'28"W (42.0898000, -76.8077300).
Elmira map
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Weather
A slight chance of rain showers before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 63. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Elmira decreased by 7.97% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,200 | - | census |
| 2011 | 29,173 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 29,205 | 0.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 28,823 | -1.33% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 28,383 | -1.55% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 28,106 | -0.99% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 27,637 | -1.7% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 27,338 | -1.09% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 27,091 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 27,047 | -0.16% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 27,045 | -0.01% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Elmira
1Harris Hill Amusement Park
557 Harris Hill Rd, Elmira, NY 14903, United States View details
Phone: +16077321210 | Website available
2Eldridge Park Carousel
96 Eldridge Park Dr, Elmira, NY 14901, United States View details
Phone: +16077328440 | Website available
3Newtown Battlefield State Park
2346 County Rd 60, Elmira, NY 14901, United States View details
Phone: +16077326067 | Website available
4National Soaring Museum
51 Soaring Hill Dr, Elmira, NY 14903, United States View details
Phone: +16077343128 | Website available
5Eldridge Park
96 Eldridge Park Dr, Elmira, NY 14901, United States View details
Website available
Services and Civic Places in Elmira
1Vesid
609 E Church St, Elmira, NY 14901, United States View details
Phone: +16077345294 | Website available
People born in Elmira (135)
People born in Elmira, including film producer Hal Roach, fashion designer Tommy Hilfiger, model and missing person Aeryn Gillern, .
More notable people
- Eileen Collins (Astronaut and United States Air Force pilot) she was born in 19/11/1956
- Beth Phoenix (American professional wrestler) she was born in 24/11/1980
- Frederick F. Campbell (Catholic Bishop) he was born in 05/08/1943
- George White (Ohio politician (1872-1953)) he was born in 21/08/1872
- Maria Pitillo (American actress) she was born in 08/01/1966
- Jason Butler Harner (American actor) he was born in 09/10/1970
- Charles Griffes (American composer) he was born in 17/09/1884
- Burt Gillett (American animator) he was born in 15/10/1891
- Bob Waterfield (American football player (1920-1983)) he was born in 26/07/1920
- David B. Hill (American politician (1843-1910)) he was born in 29/08/1843
- William H. Reynolds (American film editor) he was born in 14/06/1910
- Geoff Bodine (racecar driver) he was born in 18/04/1949
- Tom McMillen (American basketball player and politician) he was born in 26/05/1952
- Stan Drulia (Canadian ice hockey player) he was born in 05/01/1968
- George Wurtz Hughes (American politician) he was born in 30/09/1806
- Mike Hulbert (professional golfer) he was born in 14/04/1958
- Clyde Fitch (American playwright) he was born in 02/05/1865
- Damon Winter (American photojournalist) he was born in 24/12/1974
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Elmira, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 190983 | Elmira College | Elmira (NY) | 14901 |
Closest post offices linked to Elmira.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Elmira Post Office | Elmira (NY) | 14901 |
Other places with the same name (3)
- Elmira, Michigan township in Otsego County, Michigan with a population of 1,727 people.
- Elmira, Illinois unincorporated community in Illinois with a population of 280 people.
- Elmira, Missouri human settlement in Ray County, Missouri, United States of America with a population of 52 people.
Other cities in Chemung County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Chemung County , NY.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Southport | 9,622 | Town in New York state |
| Big Flats | 7,402 | Census-designated place in Chemung County, New York |
| Horseheads | 6,244 | Village in New York, USA |
| West Elmira | 4,967 | Census-designated place in Chemung County, New York |
| Elmira Heights | 3,747 | City in Chemung County, New York, United States of America |
| Chemung | 2,388 | Human settlement in Chemung County, New York, United States of America |
| Erin | 1,831 | Town in New York, United States |
| Van Etten | 1,457 | Town in New York, USA |
| Wellsburg | 528 | Human settlement in Chemung County, New York, United States of America |
| Millport | 285 | Human settlement in Chemung County, New York, United States of America |
Distance to Other Cities
Elmira distances to largest New York cities