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Ontario, New York

CDP · Wayne County

At a glance

2,044
Population
$169,000
Median home value (all homes)
44% below U.S. median
$349,526
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$693/mo
Median rent
49% below U.S. median
$50,078
Median household income
36% below U.S. median
22.3 min
Average commute
81.9%
Homes with broadband
4.85%
Locations with fiber available
4.8%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 98 — 2% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing27% below
Goods & services1% below
Utilities29% above
Taxes49% above
Insurance11% above
Commute cost15% below
For business: New York is CBII band 4/5 · time to build band 4/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college14 mi
Nearest community college18 mi
Nearest technical college15 mi
High school graduates88.8%
College graduates13.9%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Ontario Economic Development
Ontario Economic Development is a municipal department providing information on transportation, energy, industrial park information, and business incentives for the Town of Ontario.
city Wayne County Industrial Development Agency
The Wayne County Industrial Development Agency (WCIDA) aims to develop, promote and advance economic growth, well-being, and sustainable communities in Wayne County.
state Lysander  Economic Development
The Town of Lysander Economic Development page describes Lysander as home to companies and organizations of all sizes and highlights resources for easy access to transportation, land for expansion, water supply, and a skilled workforce.
state Queensbury Economic Development
The Town of Queensbury's Economic Development Department aims to maintain a diversified and sustainable local economy by supporting existing businesses and attracting new ones, and offers assistance to individuals and companies wishing to do business in Queensbury.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateNo

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