Olcott
Census-designated place in Niagara County, New York
Olcott is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Niagara County, New York, with 1,072 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 272 ft (83 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Newfane, 3.2 miles SE.
- 1,072residents (2020 Census)
- 272 ftelevation · 83 m
- 3.6 sq miland area · 9.4 km²
- 295 / sq mipopulation density
- 14126main ZIP code (2 in total)
About Olcott
Olcott is a hamlet (and census-designated place) located in the Town of Newfane in Niagara County, New York, United States. As of the 2020 census, Olcott had a population of 1,072. Most locals refer to it as Olcott Beach. It is part of the Buffalo–Niagara Falls Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Olcott is a lakeside community which is home to the deepest harbor on Lake Ontario west of Rochester. The community is at the junction of East/West Lake Road (NYS Route 18) and Lockport-Olcott Road (NYS Route 78).
Krull Park in the northeast part of the village, is the largest county-operated park in Niagara County.
Olcott-Newfane Airport (D80) is located south of the village, but is closed indefinitely except for ultralight aircraft.
Olcott was known for its Coney Island-like beach attractions and attracted tourists visiting nearby Niagara Falls. Many of these attractions have closed, however, after the decline of the City of Niagara Falls and a prolonged economic downturn which has hard hit all of Niagara County. Slowly, efforts are being made to bring back this economic prosperity that the region once saw, and so far has been a success in Olcott. Heritage tourism has become quite popular in Niagara County, and new festivals include the Olcott Pirate Festival as well as a famous car show that takes place during the summer.
In 2012, Olcott Beach won the prestigious title of Ultimate Fishing Town in a contest sponsored by The World Fishing Network (WFN). Olcott Beach enjoys a superior reputation as a world-class fishing destination by sportsmen and hobbyists alike. The U.S. prize was awarded to Olcott Beach, and the Canadian prize was awarded to Hastings, Ontario, both located by the shores of Lake Ontario.
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Living in Olcott
- Median household income
- $87,833
- Median home value
- $200,000
- Median age
- 52.2
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Olcott had 1,072 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 1,072 |
|---|---|
| Density | 295 per sq mi (114 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Olcott at a glance
| State | New York (NY) |
|---|---|
| County | Niagara County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 1,072 (2020) |
| Land area | 3.63 sq mi (9.4 km²) |
| Water area | 0.74 sq mi (1.93 km²) |
| Elevation | 272 ft (83 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.3275° N, 78.7191° W |
| ZIP codes | 14126, 14028 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3654540 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Olcott
- Newfane3.2 mi SE
- Wilson5.6 mi W
- Barker8.3 mi E
- Lockport11.0 mi S
- Ransomville11.5 mi SW
- Gasport11.7 mi SE
- South Lockport13.3 mi S
- Middleport14.6 mi SE
- Sanborn14.9 mi SW
- Rapids16.3 mi S
- Lyndonville16.6 mi E
- Youngstown17.1 mi W
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Olcott
What county is Olcott in?
Olcott is in Niagara County, New York.
What is the population of Olcott, NY?
1,072 people lived in Olcott at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Olcott, NY?
The main ZIP code is 14126. Other ZIP codes: 14028.
What is the elevation of Olcott?
272 feet (83 m) above sea level.
What towns are near Olcott?
Newfane (3.2 mi), Wilson (5.6 mi), Barker (8.3 mi), Lockport (11.0 mi), Ransomville (11.5 mi).
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