The city of Elmira Heights, New York is located in southern central New York. It is located near the Pennsylvania state line. It was incorporated on May 1, 1896. In 1910, it had a population of 1,500. A high school opened there in 1910. The city was also home to new churches. In 1894, Oakwood Methodist Episcopal Church was established and Holy Trinity Russian Orthodox Church in 1908.
Elmira Heights has a high percentage of white residents. Nevertheless, only 12.3% of residents identify as Black or African American. A small percentage of residents in the city identify as Asian or Native Hawaiian, and another 2.6% are Hispanic or Latino. The city has a low rate of crime.
Elmira Heights is home to a volunteer fire department. The department consists of eleven men. Their goal is to provide a safe, 24/7 environment for the residents. The department also investigates all crimes and emergencies within the village boundaries. The fire department shares operations with the city's fire department, so there's a firefighter on duty at all times. In addition to fire protection, the department also provides EMS services to the town.
Elmira Heights, NY has a low median income. Compared to neighboring towns and the state average, Elmira Heights, NY households earn $43,805 per year. This is significantly lower than the $64,479 median income in nearby ZIP codes.