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Island living: close to everything, far from ordinary.

Grand Island offers a relaxed, suburban feel with a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life, surrounded by natural beauty and recreational opportunities. It's a place where neighbors know each other and community events are well-attended.

Downtown Grand Island
COMMUNITY GUIDE · GRAND ISLAND
Grand Island, Erie County

City Snapshot

Population

21,389

County

Erie County

Timezone

America/New_York

Median Income

$68,014

Quick Numbers

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Grand Island Fire Company, Inc.

This Week

Daemen University opens, 1947

2026-07-30 at 8:00 PM

West Side Rowing Club destroyed by fire, 1975

2026-07-30 at 8:00 PM

Cole Swindell

2026-07-30 at 11:00 PM

The Beach Boys

2026-07-30 at 11:30 PM

The Heart of Forest Lawn Walking Tour

2026-07-31 at 11:00 AM

Community Leaders

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Charles Schumer

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Kirsten Gillibrand

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

Kathy Hochul
Kathy Hochul

Governor

Democratic Party