Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
23%
Tonawanda
Tonawanda, NY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,133
Population
72,852
Renter Mix
28% Rent
Spectacular river views are just the beginning of Tonawanda's charm.
River Views
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Boating
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Outdoor Adventures
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Historic
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Where Ellicott Creek meets the Niagara River, Tonawanda gives Buffalo's northern edge a character all its own. Niawanda Park's riverwalk draws walkers and cyclists, while Gateway Harbor Park hosts waterfront concerts. The historic Erie Canal runs through the city's heart, celebrated each summer at Canal Fest, a week-long tradition since 1983.
Renters find diverse options here—from traditional apartment communities to waterfront townhomes and garden-style rentals. The city's name, from a Tuscarora word meaning "confluent stream," reflects the waterways that still shape daily life.
Whether you're into weekend boating, strolling tree-lined streets, or exploring the Tonawanda Castle—a turreted 1896 armory on the National Register of Historic Places—this riverside community delivers plenty to discover.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$65,852
Average: $80,141
Education
21,671
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
37,429
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Tonawanda has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
28%
Non-Renters
72%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Tonawanda, NY is $905 for a studio, $1,133 for one bedroom, $1,265 for two bedrooms, and $1,124 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Tonawanda has increased by 0.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,133/month
599 Sq Ft
House
$2,709/month
1,504 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,579/month
1,441 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Tonawanda, NY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
440 Students
Public
Grades PK-3
314 Students
Public
Grades K-12
891 Students
Thomas A Edison Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
609 Students
Public
Grades K-5
266 Students
Kenmore East Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,051 Students
Public
Grades K-12
891 Students
Kenmore East Senior High School
Public
Grades 6-12
1,051 Students
Public
Grades K-12
891 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Delaware Park
- Buffalo Zoo
- Buffalo Museum of Science
- Beaver Island State Park
- Big Six Mile Creek Marina
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Niagara Falls International
- Buffalo Niagara International
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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.