What are the schools like in Fillmore, NY?

Fillmore is served primarily by FILLMORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.2:1.

What is the median household income in Fillmore?

The median household income in Fillmore, NY is $70,677 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.4%.

What is the weather like in Fillmore, NY?

Fillmore has an average high temperature of 32.6°F in January and 80.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 70.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Fillmore, NY affordable or expensive?

Fillmore's cost of living index is 93, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fillmore is 7% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $92,900 and the median rent is $827 per month.

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

Fillmore has a violent crime rate of 21.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 0.0 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Fillmore, NY a Good Place to Live?

Fillmore is a small town of 652 in New York, with a median household income of $70,677 and a 7.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 93 (US average = 100), which is 7% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Fillmore is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Fillmore 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: 93.2

Fillmore's overall cost of living index is 93.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Fillmore costs roughly 7% less than the average American city.

Metric	Fillmore, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$92,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$827	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	81.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$70,677	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Fillmore's violent crime rate is 21.7 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

21.7 /100k

Property Crime

0.0 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Fillmore is served primarily by FILLMORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fillmore, NY	National Avg
School District	FILLMORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	33.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	99.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fillmore sees average highs of 32.6°F in January and 80.2°F in July, with 36.7 inches of annual precipitation and 70.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fillmore, NY
Average High — January	32.6°F
Average High — July	80.2°F
Annual Precipitation	36.7"
Annual Snowfall	70.1"

Demographics

Metric	Fillmore, NY	National Avg
Population	652	—
Median Age	45.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.0%	22.2%
65 and over	19.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Houghton, NY 4 mi Pike, NY 6 mi Hunt, NY 8 mi Belfast, NY 9 mi Rushford, NY 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Fillmore

Fillmore, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14735

Fillmore vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fillmore, NY affordable or expensive?

Fillmore's cost of living index is 93, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fillmore roughly 7% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $92,900 and median rent is $827/month.

What is the crime rate in Fillmore, NY?

Fillmore's violent crime rate is 21.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 0.0 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Fillmore?

Public schools in Fillmore are operated by FILLMORE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.2:1. 33.6% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fillmore, NY a good place to live?

Fillmore, NY has a population of 652, a median household income of $70,677, and an unemployment rate of 7.4%. 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 Fillmore?

Fillmore averages 32.6°F in January and 80.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 36.7 inches with about 70.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fillmore?

Fillmore, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14735.

What is the population of Fillmore?

The population of Fillmore, New York is 652 with a median age of 45.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fillmore?

Key numbers for living in Fillmore: cost of living index 93 (100 = US average), median home $92,900, median household income $70,677, crime index 3 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fillmore side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.