Median Age
45 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
24%
West Seneca
West Seneca, NY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,143
Population
46,865
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Convenience and community reign in this lakeside suburb
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West Seneca lies a few miles off the coast of Lake Erie, located just 10 miles southeast of Buffalo, New York. The Buffalo River flows into West Seneca, branching off into multiple creeks that move through the city. West Seneca offers convenient access to the bustling city of Buffalo, the glistening Lake Erie, and the Buffalo Niagara International Airport.
This family-friendly city provides access to public schools in the West Seneca Central School District and houses many community parks with sports fields and open green space. Visit the Cazenovia Creek Wildlife Management Area for incredible wildlife watching opportunities, fishing, and hiking along the Cazenovia Creek.
Get your shopping done at the Southgate Plaza with convenient retail stores, local businesses, and a variety of restaurants. Enjoy pub cuisine and draft beers in a cozy space at Ebenezer Ale House on Seneca Street. West Seneca offers its residents scenic lake views, conveniences, suburban charm, a welcoming community, and affordable apartment rentals!
Demographics
Median Household Income
$72,050
Average: $87,625
Education
12,636
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
24,996
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
West Seneca has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in West Seneca, NY is $534 for a studio, $1,143 for one bedroom, $1,445 for two bedrooms, and $1,832 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Seneca has increased by 3.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,143/month
628 Sq Ft
House
$2,110/month
1,428 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,849/month
929 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,943/month
1,700 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly West Seneca, NY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
680 Students
Public
Grades K-5
629 Students
Public
Grades K-5
509 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
437 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
422 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
568 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
778 Students
West Seneca West Senior High School
Public
Grades 9-12
1,069 Students
West Seneca East Senior High School
Public
Grades 9-12
779 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens
- Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center
- Tifft Nature Preserve
- Buffalo Harbor State Park
- Woodlawn Beach State Park
Transit / Subway
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
Airports
- Buffalo Niagara International
- Niagara Falls 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.