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Greece, NY


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Greece, New York

Introduction to Greece, New York

Greece, New York, in Monroe county, is 5 miles NW of Rochester, New York and 64 miles E of Buffalo, New York. The town benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns that it shares the Rochester metropolitan area with. Greece has a population of approximately 14,614.

Greece History

This area was originally occupied by the Iroquoi and Algonquin Native Americans. The first European settlers arrived during the 1790s. Greece was founded in 1822. It was initially known as Northampton and was a part of the Town of Gates. The Morgan Quitno Awards rated Greece as the ninth safest city in America.

Greece and nearby Attractions

  • Greece Historical Society & Museum
  • Henpeck Park
  • Erie Canal
  • Lake Shore Country Club
  • Greece Canal Park
  • Rochester Museum and Science Center

Things To Do In Greece

The nearby beaches are the most popular spots in Greece, offering numerous opportunities for recreation. The area has some beautiful golf courses, some of which are located along the ocean. The Greece Historical Society & Museum provides interesting insights into the history of the area. One should also visit the Memorial Art Gallery for its excellent collection.

Greece Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Greater Rochester International Airport.

Greece Higher Education

Higher education can be pursued at the University of Rochester, the Rochester Institute of Technology, Monroe Community College and Nazareth College.

High Points

Greece strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 13%Greece Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Greece, NY

Comparing Greece to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Age of the Population109
Senior Citizens99
Well-Paid Single Women87
Female Share of the Population77
Well-Paid Single Men76
Racial Diversity56
Male Share of the Population44
Children Under 5 Years Old12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married66
Average Household Size44

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty88
People in Middle Class or Better87
Median Family Income75
College Educated Adults65

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times89
Public Transportation Use74
Walking and Biking to Work67
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone77
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals66
Housing Recently Built58
Affordability of Rents46
Affordability of Property Taxes36
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
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