Investor-grade market analytics for Elmira, New York. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.
$165,852
+6.2% year-over-year
8.2%
gross annual
+6.0%
base case (Zillow ZHVF)
+6.0% year-over-year
25/100
LowNet migration: Top 40% nationally
In-migrants avg $49,446 AGI vs out-migrants $57,402
Opportunity Zone Market
7 ZIP codes in Elmira are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more →
Elmira, NY is experiencing strong growth with 6.2% year-over-year appreciation, indicating a seller's market with robust demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 2.61x, below the national average of 4.8x. Modest net positive migration (+39 returns/year) provides steady demand support. Climate risk remains low (25/100), favorable for long-term investment stability. Rental yield of 8.17% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.
12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)
Elmira, NY's primary climate exposure is flooding (25/100). The composite climate risk score of 25/100 (Low) indicates overall risk reflecting favorable conditions for long-term real estate investment. This market benefits from relatively low natural hazard exposure compared to coastal and wildfire-prone regions.
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Migration flows, ZIP-level neighborhood data, full demographics, price history, and the Market Screener.