What are the schools like in Lewiston, NY?

Lewiston is served primarily by NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 4 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Lewiston?

The median household income in Lewiston, NY is $65,563 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.

What is the weather like in Lewiston, NY?

Lewiston has an average high temperature of 33.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 55.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Lewiston, NY affordable or expensive?

Lewiston's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lewiston is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $196,800 and the median rent is $1,037 per month.

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

Lewiston has a violent crime rate of 150.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1047.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lewiston, NY a Good Place to Live?

Lewiston is a small town of 2,541 in New York, with a median household income of $65,563 and a 4.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

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

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

All Lewiston 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

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

Metric	Lewiston, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$196,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,037	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	57.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$65,563	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Lewiston's violent crime rate is 150.5 per 100,000 residents — 60% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

150.5 /100k

Property Crime

1047.9 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Lewiston is served primarily by NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lewiston, NY	National Avg
School District	NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	4	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	42.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	93.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lewiston sees average highs of 33.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July, with 34.4 inches of annual precipitation and 55.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lewiston, NY
Average High — January	33.6°F
Average High — July	82.9°F
Annual Precipitation	34.4"
Annual Snowfall	55.2"

Demographics

Metric	Lewiston, NY	National Avg
Population	2,541	—
Median Age	50.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	99.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.9%	6.3%
Under 18	12.3%	22.2%
65 and over	28.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Niagara University, NY 2 mi Youngstown, NY 5 mi Niagara Falls, NY 6 mi Ransomville, NY 8 mi Sanborn, NY 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Lewiston

Lewiston, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

14092

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lewiston, NY affordable or expensive?

Lewiston's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lewiston roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $196,800 and median rent is $1,037/month.

What is the crime rate in Lewiston, NY?

Lewiston's violent crime rate is 150.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1047.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lewiston?

Public schools in Lewiston are operated by NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 4 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 42.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lewiston, NY a good place to live?

Lewiston, NY has a population of 2,541, a median household income of $65,563, and an unemployment rate of 4.1%. 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 Lewiston?

Lewiston averages 33.6°F in January and 82.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 34.4 inches with about 55.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lewiston?

Lewiston, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 14092.

What is the population of Lewiston?

The population of Lewiston, New York is 2,541 with a median age of 50.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lewiston?

Key numbers for living in Lewiston: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $196,800, median household income $65,563, crime index 44 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lewiston side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.