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Introduction to Olean, New York
Olean, New York, in Cattaraugus county, is 59 miles S of Cheektowaga, New York and 60 miles SE of Buffalo, New York. The city has a population of 15,347.
Olean History
The present day City of Olean was first settled in in 1765. It was named after Olean Shephard, the first white child born in the area. The post office was originally named Olean Point. In 1823, the name was simplified to Olean. It was incorporated as a city in 1854. Petroleum was found in the area in the 1820s. The discovery of oil in 1874 played a significant role in the development of the city.
Olean and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Olean
While staying in Olean, leisure hours can be spent at the War Veterans Park, Oak Hill Park, Forness Park, Bradher Ball Park, Boardman Park, and Franchot Field. The city is also home to the renowned Rock City Park. You can also visit the Cattaraugus County Memorial Museum, Fannie E. Bartlett and Olean Point Museum, and Seneca-Iroquois National Museum. Apart from these, the City of Olean organizes several recreational events and special festivals throughout the year.
Olean Transportation
Bradford Regional Airport is nearby.
Olean Higher Education
Jamestown Community College-Cattaraugus County, the Continental School of Beauty Culture and the Olean Business Institute are some of the local colleges.
Olean strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):
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| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 4% |  |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 8% | |
| Affordability of Rents (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. State) | Top 11% | |
Comparing Olean to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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