What are the schools like in Hammondsport, NY?

Hammondsport is served primarily by HAMMONDSPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.9:1.

What is the median household income in Hammondsport?

The median household income in Hammondsport, NY is $64,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.5%.

What is the weather like in Hammondsport, NY?

Hammondsport has an average high temperature of 33.9°F in January and 83.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 53.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Hammondsport, NY affordable or expensive?

Hammondsport's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hammondsport is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $178,400 and the median rent is $702 per month.

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

Hammondsport has a violent crime rate of 28.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 382.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hammondsport, NY a Good Place to Live?

Hammondsport is a small town of 569 in New York, with a median household income of $64,375 and a 2.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Hammondsport 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 Hammondsport is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hammondsport 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: 95.1

Hammondsport's overall cost of living index is 95.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hammondsport costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hammondsport, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$178,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$702	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	65.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$64,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hammondsport's violent crime rate is 28.3 per 100,000 residents — 93% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

28.3 /100k

Property Crime

382.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hammondsport is served primarily by HAMMONDSPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hammondsport, NY	National Avg
School District	HAMMONDSPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	34.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hammondsport sees average highs of 33.9°F in January and 83.4°F in July, with 37.6 inches of annual precipitation and 53.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hammondsport, NY
Average High — January	33.9°F
Average High — July	83.4°F
Annual Precipitation	37.6"
Annual Snowfall	53.2"

Demographics

Metric	Hammondsport, NY	National Avg
Population	569	—
Median Age	54.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	21.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.9%	18.9%
Asian	0.2%	6.3%
Under 18	16.7%	22.2%
65 and over	26.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bath, NY 7 mi Savona, NY 9 mi Prattsburgh, NY 9 mi Avoca, NY 10 mi Campbell, NY 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Hammondsport

Hammondsport, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14840

Hammondsport vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hammondsport, NY affordable or expensive?

Hammondsport's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hammondsport roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $178,400 and median rent is $702/month.

What is the crime rate in Hammondsport, NY?

Hammondsport's violent crime rate is 28.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 382.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hammondsport?

Public schools in Hammondsport are operated by HAMMONDSPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1. 34.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hammondsport, NY a good place to live?

Hammondsport, NY has a population of 569, a median household income of $64,375, and an unemployment rate of 2.5%. 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 Hammondsport?

Hammondsport averages 33.9°F in January and 83.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 37.6 inches with about 53.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hammondsport?

Hammondsport, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14840.

What is the population of Hammondsport?

The population of Hammondsport, New York is 569 with a median age of 54.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hammondsport?

Key numbers for living in Hammondsport: cost of living index 95 (100 = US average), median home $178,400, median household income $64,375, crime index 12 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hammondsport side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.