RANK #147 / 996 · POP 58,204 · NY
PROJECTED GROWTH: +2.4%
The village of Le Roy, within Genesee County, is known as the birthplace of Jell-O, a fact celebrated at the Jell-O Museum. Genesee County is located in Western New York, positioned between Buffalo and Rochester. The county seat, Batavia, serves as a central hub. Commutes to either major city typically take around 30-70 minutes by car. The community maintains a rural feel, characterized by agricultural landscapes and historic towns. Outdoor recreation opportunities are available at locations like Darien Lakes State Park and the Genesee County Park & Forest, which offers trails and an interpretive center.
Life in Genesee County often involves a mix of residents, including families and individuals who may commute to nearby cities. Public transportation, provided by RTS Genesee, offers local routes and regional connections. The public school system includes districts like Batavia City School District and Le Roy Central School District, with schools generally performing above the New York public school average. The economy is driven by sectors such as advanced manufacturing, agribusiness, and energy. Recent developments include investments in manufacturing facilities and data centers, alongside efforts to revitalize commercial areas.
Above national median
Below-average climate & terrain
Above national median (13x)
Housing looks undervalued at 3.3x — 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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STAMP Data Center Campus (Stream Data Centers)
Stream Data Centers
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$6,300M | Planned |
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Cider Solar Farm
Greenbacker Renewable Energy Company (originally Hecate Energy)
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$950M | Under Construction |
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Excelsior Energy Center Solar Farm
Excelsior Energy Center, LLC (subsidiary of NextEra Energy Resources, LLC)
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$345M | Operating |
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Plug Power Green Hydrogen Manufacturing Facility
Plug Power Inc.
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$290M | Under Construction |
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Heritage Wind Project
Undisclosed
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$126M | Planned |
Source: public records, news, corporate announcements. Amounts are estimates where noted.
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Genesee County has a Boom Town Index score of 85/100, ranking #147 among 996 U.S. counties. With a median household income of $68,178, it's an above-average county on economic indicators.
The median home value in Genesee County is $148,600 with median rent at $866/month. The income-to-home-value ratio is 0.4588, which is more affordable than the national average.
Population growth: -0.3% year-over-year. Job growth: 0.0%. Home values changed +2.8% in the past 12 months.
Yes — 2.97% of Genesee County's population moved from another state, which is above the national average and indicates strong in-migration.