RANK #847 / 996 · POP 93,584 · NY
PROJECTED GROWTH: -1.0%
Steuben County, New York, is perhaps best known for the world-renowned Corning Museum of Glass, a major cultural attraction in the city of Corning. Located in the Southern Tier region, bordering Pennsylvania, the county is about an hour and a half southeast of Rochester. It offers a blend of small towns, historic sites, and natural scenery, characterized by rolling hills and valleys. Public transportation options, including local bus services, are available within the county. Life in Steuben County is often described as peaceful and rural, appealing to those seeking a slower pace with access to nature. The economy is diverse, with manufacturing, healthcare, education, and agriculture playing significant roles. Corning Incorporated, a global leader in materials science, is headquartered in the city of Corning and is a major employer. Recent economic developments have focused on strengthening infrastructure and expanding energy and broadband services, alongside efforts to support workforce development and housing initiatives. The county also emphasizes career-connected learning opportunities through partnerships with educational institutions.
Well below national median
Well below national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Housing looks undervalued at 2.4x — home prices are low relative to local economic output. The typical U.S. county is 4–6x.
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| PROJECT | AMOUNT | STATUS |
|---|---|---|
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Canisteo Wind Energy Center
NextEra Energy Resources (affiliate)
|
$250M | Proposed |
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Baron Winds Project (Phases I & II)
RWE
|
$245M | Operating/Under Construction |
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Gemma Energy Storage
Unknown
|
$200M | Planned |
|
Prattsburgh Wind Project
Terra-Gen
|
$152M | Proposed |
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Addison Solar Project
WEB Renewable Energy USA LCC
|
$105M | Planned |
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Hornell Gateway Corridor Project
New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT)
|
$64M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Steuben County has a Boom Town Index score of 15/100, ranking #847 among 996 U.S. counties. With job growth at -1.1% and a median household income of $62,506, it faces some economic headwinds compared to faster-growing counties.
The median home value in Steuben County is $121,000 with median rent at $832/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.5166, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.6% year-over-year. Job growth: -1.1%. Home values changed +0.1% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.45% of Steuben County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.