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Alfred, NY

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Population
5,147
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,761 ft
Median Home Value
$170,800
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$899/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$40,625
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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OverallBest places in New YorkPopulation rankingHighest population places in New YorkNearest larger communityElmira, New York52 miles away · 26,089 residents.

About Alfred

Alfred is a town in Allegany County, New York, featuring the namesake village at its center. Famous as a major regional center of higher education hosting Alfred University and Alfred State College, the community of approximately 4,819 is served by the Alfred-Almond Central School District for public primary and secondary education locally.

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Lower County Wildfire Hazard Potential ClassA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingBike / Pedestrian CommuteA+99.3rating

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