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

The current estimated population of Allentown, New York is 410, with 48.5% male and 51.5% female. The town has maintained a small, stable population, serving as a quiet rural community in western New York.

City Facts

  • Year founded: Early 19th century
  • County: Allegany
  • Land area: 1.2 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 342 people per square mile
  • Area code: 585
  • Zip code: 14707

Geography and Location

Allentown, New York is located in Allegany County, in the southwestern part of the state, near the Pennsylvania border. The town is part of a rural region characterized by rolling hills, forests, and farmland. Allentown offers a quiet, peaceful environment, with a close-knit community and small-town charm. The surrounding area provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, and fishing. Allentown’s proximity to the larger town of Wellsville offers residents access to additional amenities and services while retaining its rural character.

Demographics

Median resident age: 39.0 years
Median household income: $27,386
Median house value: $48,500

Population by Race

Races in Allen:

  • White Non-Hispanic (98.9%)
  • American Indian (1.1%)
  • Two or more races (0.6%)

 

Ancestries: German (35.9%), United States (15.2%), English (13.9%), Irish (11.7%), Polish (7.4%), Italian (3.2%).

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Allen

  • High school or higher: 76.6%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 8.2%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 1.6%
  • Unemployed: 10.2%
  • Mean travel time to work: 37.3 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Allen town

  • Never married: 22.6%
  • Now married: 60.3%
  • Separated: 3.5%
  • Widowed: 5.2%
  • Divorced: 8.4%

0.0% Foreign born