West Seneca

West Seneca, New York Overview

With a composite score of 56.4/100 and a B grade, West Seneca ranks #7 of 20 cities in New York. Its strongest showing is in Education (83/100), while Outdoor Access (30/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in West Seneca

The median household income in West Seneca is $75,465, 7% below the statewide median of $81,386.

Cost of Living in West Seneca

The median home value is $215,000. Median monthly rent is $1,040. Renters spend 16.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in West Seneca

The adult obesity rate in West Seneca is 30.9% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 9.7%. Residents report an average of 15.3 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New York ranks #14 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in West Seneca

West Seneca has a high school graduation rate of 90%. The student-teacher ratio of 11.5:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $22,179 per student, well above the national median. The city has 9 public schools serving 5,954 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in West Seneca

Winters in West Seneca are cold, averaging 22.7°F. Summers average 69.7°F. Winters average 22.7°F. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The mean commute time is 19.7 minutes, compared to 29.3 for New York overall.

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