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About Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is a city in Niagara County, New York, with about 48,700 residents (2020 census), on the Niagara River across from Niagara Falls, Ontario. Named for the famed waterfalls it shares with Canada, it is anchored by Niagara Falls State Park — America's oldest state park — with Goat Island, Cave of the Winds, and Maid of the Mist.
Home prices in Niagara Falls
The median listing price in Niagara Falls is $289,888.
Top places in Niagara Falls
- Niagara Falls State Park — Goat Island, the falls overlooks, and Cave of the Winds (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Maid of the Mist boat tours.
- Aquarium of Niagara.
- Downtown Niagara Falls / Third Street corridor.
- Niagara Scenic Trolley (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Niagara Gorge hiking trails.
- Old Falls Street.
Commuting from Niagara Falls
- Niagara Falls sits roughly 28 miles northwest of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 25–35 minutes via I-190 (approximate; longer with traffic).
- NFTA Metro Bus routes serve the city; the seasonal Niagara Scenic Trolley circulates within Niagara Falls State Park. There is no Metro Rail service in Niagara Falls.
Schools in Niagara Falls
Public schools: Niagara Falls City School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Niagara Falls FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Niagara Falls, NY?
The median listing price in Niagara Falls is $289,888. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Niagara Falls, NY?
Niagara Falls sits roughly 28 miles northwest of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 25–35 minutes via I-190 (approximate; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves Niagara Falls, NY?
Niagara Falls is served by Niagara Falls City School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.