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Arkport, New York Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Arkport, New York, is 835, with approximately 50% male and 50% female. The population has remained stable, reflecting the town’s rural character and scenic location.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1797
  • County Affiliated: Steuben County
  • Land Area: 1.0 square mile
  • Population Density: 835 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 607
  • Zip Codes: 14807

Geography and Location

Arkport, New York, is located in Steuben County, in the southern Finger Lakes region of New York. The town is situated along the Canisteo River and enjoys a rural, scenic setting with rolling hills, forests, and agricultural land surrounding it. Arkport experiences a humid continental climate, with cold, snowy winters and warm summers, typical of upstate New York. The town is located about 8 miles north of Hornell, the nearest urban center, which provides access to additional services and amenities. Arkport’s economy is primarily based on agriculture and small local businesses, with the surrounding landscape offering outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and camping. The town’s peaceful atmosphere and connection to the natural beauty of the Finger Lakes region make it a desirable place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle.

Demographics

Median resident age: 41.9 years
Median household income: $36,250
Median house value: $64,100

Population by Race

Races in Arkport:

  • White Non-Hispanic (97.7%)
  • Hispanic (0.7%)
  • Black (0.6%)

Ancestries: German (20.1%), Irish (20.0%), English (19.8%), United States (8.4%), Italian (7.8%), Dutch (4.4%).

Elevation: 1194 feet

Land area: 0.7 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Arkport

  • High school or higher: 85.3%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 17.5%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 9.8%
  • Unemployed: 8.0%
  • Mean travel time to work: 19.7 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Arkport village

  • Never married: 18.5%
  • Now married: 60.8%
  • Separated: 1.4%
  • Widowed: 9.2%
  • Divorced: 10.0%

0.5% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: -198 (-19.2%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Arkport:

  • ST JAMES MERCY HOSPITAL (about 6 miles; HORNELL, NY)
  • NICHOLAS NOYES MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 13 miles; DANSVILLE, NY)
  • IRA DAVENPORT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL (about 26 miles; BATH, NY)

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Arkport:

  • GREATER ROCHESTER INTERNATIONAL (about 50 miles; ROCHESTER, NY; Abbreviation: ROC)
  • ELMIRA/CORNING REGIONAL (about 59 miles; ELMIRA/CORNING, NY; Abbreviation: ELM)
  • BRADFORD REGIONAL (about 77 miles; BRADFORD, PA; Abbreviation: BFD)

Other public-use airports nearest to Arkport:

  • HORNELL MUNI (about 3 miles; HORNELL, NY; Abbreviation: 4G6)
  • DANSVILLE MUNI (about 12 miles; DANSVILLE, NY; Abbreviation: DSV)
  • WELLSVILLE MUNI ARPT,TARANTINE FLD (about 29 miles; WELLSVILLE, NY; Abbreviation: ELZ)

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Arkport:

  • SUNY COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AT ALFRED (about 12 miles; ALFRED, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,588)
  • SUNY COLLEGE AT GENESEO (about 29 miles; GENESEO, NY; Full-time enrollment: 5,246)
  • FINGER LAKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 43 miles; CANANDAIGUA, NY; Full-time enrollment: 3,021)
  • ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (about 48 miles; ROCHESTER, NY; Full-time enrollment: 11,426)
  • MONROE COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 48 miles; ROCHESTER, NY; Full-time enrollment: 10,019)
  • CORNING COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 49 miles; CORNING, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,797)
  • NAZARETH COLLEGE OF ROCHESTER (about 51 miles; ROCHESTER, NY; Full-time enrollment: 2,351)

Public primary/middle school in Arkport:

  • ARKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL (Students: 649; Location: 35 EAST AVE; Grades: KG – 12)

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