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Niagara Falls, NY
Niagara Falls · Niagara County · NY 14301
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$84K
Median Price
89/100
Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
60 min
to Buffalo, NY
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
FSafety
32/100
B-Schools
72/100
D+Quietness
50/100
D+Commute
55/100
B+Walkability
89/100
WYLT Score65/100
Our Take
Niagara Falls offers very low housing costs, but the neighborhood has high crime levels, poor walkability, and limited public transit. Families may find the schools acceptable, but the income level is low relative to living costs and the area feels unsafe for many.
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The Good
- ✓Very affordable home prices (median $69,200)
- ✓Decent high‑school options with some 9‑rating schools
- ✓Close to tourist attraction, potentially good for seasonal jobs
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
Real Talk
- !Violent crime is reportedly high compared to county averages
- !Walk Score of 23 indicates almost all errands require a car
- !Median household income ($32k) is much lower than the cost of living
- !Limited public transit and high commute times to jobs outside the city
- $Older housing stock may require significant maintenance
- $Higher property taxes relative to income
- $Utility costs can be higher due to older infrastructure
Best For
Budget buyersSeasonal workersRetirees on fixed incomesTourism‑industry employees
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Niagara Falls, NY
F
Safety grade
Safety score32 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
149% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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