What are the schools like in Attica, NY?

Attica is served primarily by ATTICA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in Attica?

The median household income in Attica, NY is $61,311 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.4%.

What is the weather like in Attica, NY?

Attica has an average high temperature of 30.0°F in January and 76.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 73.9 inches.

Attica, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Attica, NY affordable or expensive?

Attica's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Attica is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $130,300 and the median rent is $778 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Attica, NY?

Attica has a violent crime rate of 27.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 250.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Attica, NY a Good Place to Live?

Attica is a small town of 2,135 in New York, with a median household income of $61,311 and a 4.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Attica stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Attica is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Attica city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.4

Attica's overall cost of living index is 94.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Attica costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Attica, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$130,300	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$778	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	61.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$61,311	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Attica's violent crime rate is 27.6 per 100,000 residents — 93% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

27.6 /100k

Property Crime

250.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Attica is served primarily by ATTICA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Attica, NY	National Avg
School District	ATTICA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	22.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.9%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Attica sees average highs of 30.0°F in January and 76.5°F in July, with 41.6 inches of annual precipitation and 73.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Attica, NY
Average High — January	30.0°F
Average High — July	76.5°F
Annual Precipitation	41.6"
Annual Snowfall	73.9"

Demographics

Metric	Attica, NY	National Avg
Population	2,135	—
Median Age	43.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	91.3%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.8%	18.9%
Asian	2.3%	6.3%
Under 18	21.5%	22.2%
65 and over	19.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Attica

Attica, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14011

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Attica, NY affordable or expensive?

Attica's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Attica roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $130,300 and median rent is $778/month.

What is the crime rate in Attica, NY?

Attica's violent crime rate is 27.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 250.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Attica?

Public schools in Attica are operated by ATTICA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 22.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Attica, NY a good place to live?

Attica, NY has a population of 2,135, a median household income of $61,311, and an unemployment rate of 4.4%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Attica?

Attica averages 30.0°F in January and 76.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.6 inches with about 73.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Attica?

Attica, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14011.

What is the population of Attica?

The population of Attica, New York is 2,135 with a median age of 43.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Attica?

Key numbers for living in Attica: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $130,300, median household income $61,311, crime index 9 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Attica side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.