Clarkson, NY

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- 428 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Clarkson offers a quiet, relaxed atmosphere in western Monroe County, situated just north of Brockport and about a half-hour drive west of Rochester. Surrounded by working orchards, open fields, and peaceful residential roads, the community provides plenty of room to spread out. Clarkson Corners and Route 104 make getting around simple, connecting residents to local farm stands, neighborhood businesses, and quick trips north to the beaches of Lake Ontario.
Local students attend the Brockport Central School District, and having SUNY Brockport just down the road adds great community resources, college sports, and cultural events. Living here means enjoying a friendly country setting alongside a straightforward morning commute toward Rochester. Winters bring typical western New York lake-effect snow, but residents enjoy colorful autumns, scenic local parks, and a welcoming place to settle down.
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