Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
18%
Corning
Corning, NY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,493
Population
9,836
Renter Mix
50% Rent
Welcome to America’s Crystal City
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Nicknamed America’s Crystal City, Corning has remained a leader in the glass industry throughout history. This historic small town has produced everything from some of the first lightbulbs to modern-day innovations like Gorilla Glass and fiber optics. Corning is an award-winning town earning awards from several publications for its beautiful streets and a unique culture that celebrates its roots in the glass industry year-round. Catch a show at the Corning Museum of Glass, the world’s largest collection, or socialize at annual festivals like GlassFest and the Parade of Lights and Sparkle. For shopping, dining, and entertainment, locals flock to the Gaffer District in Downtown Corning. Named after the title of a professional glassblower, the Gaffer District is a quaint, yet trendy locale filled with over 100 art galleries, studios, boutiques, breweries, and restaurants.
You certainly don’t have to be a glassblower to enjoy Corning. Located in the southern Finger Lakes regions, residents appreciate being surrounded by natural beauty. Along with being surrounded by several large state forests, the Chemung River flows through the center of town providing residents with waterfront parks and plenty of outdoor recreation opportunities. Head just a few minutes outside of town and you can explore one of many wineries or even take a goat yoga class at a homestead. As far as rentals, there is something for every renter with rentals available for every budget and style including charming single-family houses and luxury apartments in historic buildings.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$53,425
Average: $79,128
Education
3,537
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
5,222
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Corning, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
50%
Non-Renters
50%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
31%
Other Education
69%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Corning, NY is $1,267 for a studio, $1,493 for one bedroom, $1,408 for two bedrooms, and $1,932 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Corning has increased by 3.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,493/month
752 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Corning, NY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Frederick Carder Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
398 Students
Hugh W Gregg Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
214 Students
William E Severn Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
404 Students
Winfield Street Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
224 Students
Corning Painted Post East High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,524 Students
Corning Painted Post High School Learning Center
Public
Grades 9-12
24 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Erwin Hollow State Forest
- Spencer Crest Nature Center
- Erwin Mountain State Forest
- West Hill State Forest
- Tanglewood Nature Center & Museum
Military Bases
Airports
- Elmira/Corning Regional
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.