Livability Score

88
/100
i The AreaVibes Livability Score evaluates 9 different categories and creates an overall score out of 100. The higher the score, the better the area.

amenities A+

There are lots of amenities close to this location.
Coffee (11) F
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
The Gateway Cafe & Grill
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Sneak Peek Cafe
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Starbucks
Coffee Shop
Coffee Culture
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Tim Hortons
Coffee Shop
Dunkin'
Coffee Shop
Entertainment (4) A+
Historical Society of the Tonawandas Resource Center
Museum
Patrick Sean Daley Studios
Art Gallery
Benjamin Long Homestead Musuem
Museum
Historical Society of the Tonawandas
Museum
Riviera Theatre
Theatre Arts
River Art Gallery & Gifts
Art Gallery
Railroad Museum of the Niagara Frontier
Museum
Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum
Museum
Tonawanda Bowling Center
Bowling Alley
North Tonawanda History Museum
Museum
Tonawanda-Kenmore Historical Society
Museum
Classic Lanes
Bowling Alley
Gene Masters Field
Stadium
Manor Lanes
Bowling Alley
Cherry Laurel Lanes
Bowling Alley
The Screening Room
Cinema
Adams Field
Stadium
Food and Drink (35) A+
Subway
Fast Food
Dairy Queen
Fast Food
Mooney's Sports Bar & Grill
Bar
Hello, Sweets! Candy & Pop Shop
Sweets
Squire's Tap Room
Bar
Canalside Wine & Spirits
Alcohol
Tonawanda Wine & Liquor
Alcohol
Stamps
Bar
Canal Club 62
Bar
Prosper Brewing
Bar
Dwyer's Irish Pub
Bar
Burger King
Fast Food
Broadway Hotel
Bar
Mississippi Mudd's
Fast Food
Iroquois Keg Birch Beer
Beverages
Old Man River
Fast Food
IsleView Fine Wine & Spirits
Alcohol
Queen of Tarts
Sweets
Consumer's Beverage Center
Beverages
Mighty Taco
Fast Food
The Isle View Bar & Grill
Bar
Subway
Fast Food
Raintree Bar and Grill
Bar
McDonald's
Fast Food
Raintree Pizza
Fast Food
Fitness (7) A+
Tonawanda Senior Citizens Center
Community Centre
Orchid Adult Daycare
Community Centre
Spark Fitness
Gym
BAC for Women
Gym
Beast Unleashed Fitness
Gym
Timberstrength Health + Wellness
Gym
Planet Fitness
Gym
Aquatic and Fitness Center
Gym
YMCA
Gym
Free Time Fitness 24/7
Gym
Orangetheory Fitness
Gym
The MOG (Medically Oriented Gym)
Gym
Kobza Fitness
Gym
Catalyst Fitness
Gym
Groceries (11) C-
Tops
Grocery Store
Just Say Cheesecake
Bakery
Rose's Best of Health
Health Food
The Market in the Square
Grocery Store
Tops
Grocery Store
Tops
Grocery Store
Fit Fuel
Health Food
Sweet Beginnings Bakery
Bakery
Natural Health Choices
Health Food
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Tops
Grocery Store
ALDI
Grocery Store
Go Veggies
Health Food
Save-A-Lot
Grocery Store
Black Angus Meats
Butcher
Walmart Supercenter
Grocery Store
Tops
Grocery Store
Asia Food Market
Grocery Store
Wegmans
Grocery Store
Trader Joe's
Grocery Store
Dash's Market
Grocery Store
Feel-Rite Fresh Markets
Health Food
ALDI
Grocery Store
Premier Gourmet
Cheese
Sahar Bakery
Bakery
Parks (50) A+
Tonawanda Intermodal Hub
Park
Tonawandas Gateway Harbor
Park
Clinton Park
Park
Gateway Harbor
Park
Gateway Harbor
Park
Elmwood Park
Park
East Niagara Park
Park
Eastern Park
Park
Brauer Park
Park
Niawanda Park
Park
Ives Pond Park
Park
Pine Woods Park
Park
Luksin Drive Playground
Park
Fishermens Park
Park
Veterans Park
Park
Mayors Park
Park
Payne Park
Park
Fireman's Park
Park
Raintree Community Park
Park
Payne Park
Park
Isle View Park
Park
Brighton Park
Park
Brighton Park
Park
Gratwick Waterfront Park
Park
Gratwick Riverside Park
Park
Shops (82) A+
Ana's Hair Design
Hairdresser
Cricket Wireless
Electronics
Supercuts
Hairdresser
Dollar General
Discount Store
Lane Jewelers
Fashion
Metro by T-Mobile
Electronics
Solar Nails
Beauty
Salt Water Paradise
Pets
Auriello's
Hairdresser
The Mulberry Tree
Furniture
Atomic Barbershop & Salon
Hairdresser
Timeless Babez
Clothing
Cats Like Us
Clothing
7-Eleven
Convenience Store
Black Sheep Market
Gift Shop
Styles Unique
Hairdresser
$10 Haircuts
Hairdresser
The Beauty Haus Collective
Hairdresser
Chez Elle Beauty Salon
Hairdresser
The Treasure Market
Furniture
Cindy's Nails
Beauty
Creative Hair Design
Hairdresser
Dollar Tree
Discount Store
Walker Bros & Monroe Jewelers
Fashion
Martinsville Soapworks
Beauty
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commute A+

Of all people who commute, 1.9% take public transportation in Tonawanda.
Public Transit Stops (46)
Stops & Stations A+
Seymour St & Adam St (NB)
Bus Stop
Niagara St & Main St (EB)
Bus Stop
Broad St & Main St (WB)
Bus Stop
Webster St & Tremont St (NB)
Bus Stop
Broad St & Delaware St (WB)
Bus Stop
Broad St & Delaware St (EB)
Bus Stop
Goundry St & Manhattan St (WB)
Bus Stop
Goundry St & Main St (EB)
Bus Stop
Goundry St & Main St (WB)
Bus Stop
Delaware St & Utica Ave (NB)
Bus Stop
Wales Avenue Tonawanda Industrial Park
Bus Stop
Delaware St & Canton St (NB)
Bus Stop
Delaware St & Delton St (SB)
Bus Stop
Colvin Blvd & Colvin Extension (NB)
Bus Stop
Route 35 Sheridan
Bus Stop
Colvin Blvd & Colvin Extension (SB)
Bus Stop
Payne Ave & East Ave (NB)
Bus Stop
Payne Ave & East Ave (SB)
Bus Stop
15th Ave (SB)
Bus Stop
Colvin Blvd & Eggert Rd (SB)
Bus Stop
Colvin Blvd & Eggert Rd (NB)
Bus Stop
Colvin Blvd & Embassy Square (SB)
Bus Stop
Colvin Blvd & Sharon Ave (NB)
Bus Stop
Payne Ave & Meadow Dr (NB)
Bus Stop
Meadow Dr & Marcia Dr (EB)
Bus Stop
Workers Taking Public Transit
1.9% F
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cost of living A+

The cost of living in Tonawanda is 87/100 - which is 26% lower than New York.
Cost of Living
Goods & Services, Housing, etc. A-
Tax Rates
Income & Sales Tax F
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crime A-

Tonawanda crime rates are 1,783 per 100k, which is 17% lower than New York
Property Crime
1,584 crimes per 100k B
Violent Crime
199 crimes per 100k A
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employment C

The median income in Tonawanda is $51,486 - which is 15% lower than New York.
Med. Household Income
$51,486 F
Unemployment Rate
2.7% A-
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health A+

There are many hospitals, police and fire stations.
Health & Safety (28)
Dentist, Doctor, Hospital, etc. A+
Western New York Dental Group
Dentist
Tops Pharmacy
Pharmacy
Walgreens
Pharmacy
City of Tonawanda Police Department
Police
Better Smile of Western New York
Dentist
Niagara Hose Co. #3
Fire Station
DeGraff Memorial Hospital
Hospital
Dr. SamerK. Riad
Dentist
Rite Aid
Pharmacy
Aspire Family Dental
Dentist
Northtowns Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Dentist
North Tonawanda Family Dentistry
Dentist
U.S. Renal Care
Clinic
Brighton Volunteer Fire
Fire Station
Walgreens
Pharmacy
Brighton Volunteer Fire Company
Fire Station
Sheridan Park Fire District No. 4
Fire Station
Fresenius Medical Care
Clinic
Brighton Volunteer Fire Company 5
Fire Station
True Smiles Dental
Dentist
WellNow Urgent Care
Clinic
Town of Tonawanda Police Station
Police
Catholic Health Sheridan Health Center
Clinic
Kennmore Care
Clinic
Kenmore Mercy Hospital
Hospital
Air Quality
Median Air Quality A-
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housing A

Tonawanda home prices are $119,100 - which is 58% lower than New York
Home Price
$119,100 F
Home Appreciation Rate
-2% C-
Home Affordability
2.3x (home price to income ratio) A+
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schools B-

The Tonawanda graduation rate is 90% - which is 9% higher than New York
School Test Scores
51% D-
High School Grad. Rates
90% B+
Elementary Schools (11) F
The Baptist School
Tonawanda Middle/High School
Fletcher Elementary School
Mullen Elementary School
Spruce School
New Life Christian School
Riverview Elementary School
Meadow School
St Amelia School
Herbert Hoover Middle School
Herbert Hoover Elementary School
St Andrews Country Day School
Glendale Elementary School
Veronica E Connor Middle School
Thomas A Edison Elementary School
St Christopher Elementary School
Holmes Elementary School
Drake School
Ohio Elementary School
St John The Baptist School
Willow Ridge Elementary School
Charter School For Applied Technologies
Charles A Lindbergh Elementary School
High Schools (4) D-
The Baptist School
Tonawanda Middle/High School
New Life Christian School
North Tonawanda High School
Mount St. Mary Academy
Grand Island Senior High School
Kenmore East Senior High School
Kenmore West Senior High School
Charter School For Applied Technologies
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ratings B-

Tonawanda has an overall rating of 70% from 4 reviews.
User Reviews (2)
From AreaVibes A
User Surveys (2)
From AreaVibes F
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  • Tonawanda has a Livability Score of 88/100, which is considered exceptional
  • Tonawanda crime rates are 17% lower than the New York average
  • Cost of living in Tonawanda is 26% lower than the New York average

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Great Town with Good Vibes 4 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 23, 2018) I really enjoy living in Tonawanda NY, it is a beautiful small town with a great community. The crime rate is low and the people are very friendly. I have a small child and the parks are great for him to play when the weather is good. The cost of living is relatively low for the ...Read More surrounding areas and there are plenty of places to find work in town.

The median home price is between 100-200k, making it a great place to buy your fist home. In past few years many startups and new companies have moved to town offering a great atmosphere for transferring professionals or people looking to relocate. Rent is also affordable and there are many apartment buildings and single family units available throughout the year.

Tonawanda has been a great place to live, I highly recommend it for a young professional looking for a small town atmosphere. I have enjoyed the welcoming mentality of my neighbors and people whom i have met in town. If you’re looking for a great coffee and good vibes, i recommend Billygans Cafe on Niagara Street. Hope to see you around town!
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Quaint And Cozy 4 rating By Anonymous ( Apr 20, 2018) I moved to Tonawanda, NY about six years ago from Nashville, TN. This is a town that is simple in design with friendly people at every turn. The houses are quaint, and there are few large apartment complexes, something that gives the city its charm. The home that I have now is a ...Read More comfortable three-bedroom home with a full front porch and large back yard. I am able to walk in town on the beautifully landscaped sidewalks, greeting the other people in the community who like to walk to work or who like to walk from one store to another.

Since there are so many families in the area, it would be feasible to think that there are numerous activities for them to do in the city. While there are several attractions, like Adventure Landing and the Bowling Center, there are more attractions for adults than that would be for children.

Adventure Landing is a place I like to go to play miniature golf. There are a few different courses inside, and there are some arcade games. Avoid going on the weekend, especially if it's raining, because it can get very crowded. The Bowling Center is another place I like to go at night. There are leagues in the summer for children, but it's more of a place to go if you have nothing else to do in town.

There are very few restaurants, and the ones that are in the city are more of the fast food type. I don't like this as I enjoy the larger restaurants. Most of the shopping centers are locally owned. This isn't a bad thing as many of the things I have purchased have been from people who make things from home or from a smaller business.
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      A+ Amenities

      Are there many local amenities in Tonawanda? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

      Parks

      Tonawanda Intermodal Hub
      Tonawandas Gateway Harbor
      Clinton Park
      Gateway Harbor
      Gateway Harbor
      Elmwood Park
      East Niagara Park
      Eastern Park

      Entertainment

      Historical Society of the Tonawandas Resource Center
      Patrick Sean Daley Studios
      Benjamin Long Homestead Musuem
      Historical Society of the Tonawandas
      Riviera Theatre
      River Art Gallery & Gifts
      Railroad Museum of the Niagara Frontier
      Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum

      Food & Drink

      Subway
      Dairy Queen
      Mooney's Sports Bar & Grill
      Hello, Sweets! Candy & Pop Shop
      Squire's Tap Room
      Canalside Wine & Spirits
      Tonawanda Wine & Liquor
      Stamps

      A+ Commute

      Is public transit available in Tonawanda? Of all people who commute, 1.9% take public transportation in Tonawanda.
      Drive to Work
      82%

      5% higher than the US average

      Take Public Transit
      2%

      3% lower than the US average

      Walk to Work
      2%

      1% lower than the US average

      A+ Cost of Living

      What is the cost of living in Tonawanda? The cost of living in Tonawanda is 87/100 - which is 26% lower than New York.
      Tonawanda
      87

      13% less expensive than average

      New York
      117

      17% more expensive than average

      United States
      100

      National cost of living index

      A- Crime

      What is the crime rate in Tonawanda? Tonawanda crime rates are 1,783, which are 17% lower than New York
      Total Crime
      1,783 per 100k people

      23% lower than the US average

      Chance of being a victim
      1 in 57

      23% lower than the US average

      Year-over-year crime
      -16%

      Year over year crime is down

      C Employment

      What is the median income in Tonawanda? The median income in Tonawanda is $51,486 which is 15% lower than New York.
      Median household income
      $51,4867% lower than the US average
      Income per capita
      $28,7164% lower than the US average
      Unemployment rate
      3%

      43% lower than the US average

      A+ Health & Safety

      Is Tonawanda a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

      Hospitals

      Kenmore Mercy Hospital

      Pharmacies

      Walgreens
      Rite Aid

      Doctors

      Dr. Amy Beth Taublieb, P.C.

      A Housing

      What are Tonawanda home prices? Tonawanda home prices are $119,100 - which is 58% lower than New York
      Median home value
      $119,10036% lower than the US average
      Median rent price
      $69727% lower than the US average
      Home Ownership
      70%

      9% higher than the US average

      B- Schools

      Does Tonawanda have good schools? The Tonawanda graduation rate is 90% - which is 9% higher than New York
      High school grad. rates
      90%

      8% higher than the US average

      School test scores
      51%

      7% higher than the US average

      Student teacher ratio
      0:1

      100% lower than the US average

      B- User Ratings

      Is Tonawanda a good place to live? Tonawanda has an overall rating of 70% from 4 reviews.
      Overall user rating
      70%

      4 total ratings

      User reviews rating
      80%

      2 total reviews

      User surveys rating
      46%

      2 total surveys

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