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A small Western New York town with an outsized impact on American food culture
Hamburg, a suburb just south of Buffalo, New York, may appear at first glance to fly under the national radar. The quiet residential streets and picturesque views of Lake Erie are underscored by a type of Western New York hospitality that does not boast of itself but is certainly felt throughout the area. “For the first-time buyer coming here, or the third-time buyer, they’re going to find we are a community that cares,” says Anne Kader, a second-generation associate broker with Metro Roberts Realty and a lifelong area resident. However, this modesty is accompanied by a jovial atmosphere that is unlike any other.
The National Football League’s Buffalo Bills play Sunday home games in Hamburg, and tailgates at the stadium are famous for rowdy and extravagant celebrations. “Buffalonians are very passionate people. We’re very happy-go-lucky. We’re laid back, not as career driven as other places. We value our family time,” adds Mary Kosmider, licensed real estate salesperson with Metro Roberts Realty, who works with Mrs. Kader in Williamsville. This passion extends to food, and Hamburg may just be among the most enthusiastic in this regard. As the story goes, the hamburger was invented here at the Erie County Fair in 1885, going on to become America’s most enduring sandwich. This creation is celebrated annually at Burgerfest in the center of town.
Outside of football tailgates and culinary festivals, this neighborhood is known locally for its slow-paced lakefront energy. But whether enjoyed with cheese, onions, a Kosher pickle or a cold draft beer, anyone who has sunk their teeth into a burger can thank the little town of Hamburg.
Aerial view of a row of new homes with their backyards and amenities in Hamburg, NY.
Hamburg's residents love to watch the game and gather after work at Johnson's Landing.
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Single-family homes are predominant throughout Hamburg
Cape Cods with colorful shutters and stately brick Colonial Revivals line Hamburg’s well-landscaped streets. Midcentury ranch-style homes, with both traditional and Craftsman architectural details, can be found speckled throughout the neighborhood as well. More recent Modern Traditional builds have been added to the mix, many featuring large garages and paved driveways. Prices tend to range between $300,000 and $700,000 for single-family homes, with prices rising depending on number of bedrooms, lot size and proximity to Lake Erie. Townhouses and condos in the area’s 55-plus communities can cost anywhere from $180,000 to $250,000.
Home costs in Hamburg fluctuate, generally commanding higher-than-list prices during the summer and dipping around or below asking in the winter months. The area sees heavier lake effect snowfall than other parts of the Buffalo region, meaning buyers should be aware that the larger square footage comes at a recurring cost. Those looking to escape Buffalo city taxes should also keep a careful eye on property lines when shopping. “Remember, if you’re in the village, you’ll have an extra tax,” says Anne Kader. “Depending on where the cutoff is on your property line, you could find yourself paying four taxes instead of three - your school tax, town tax, county tax and then a village tax.” This extra fee does provide access to additional amenities, and many choose to accept it for more sentimental reasons. “My mother-in-law lives literally three streets away from me and she pays the fourth tax,” adds Mary Kosmider. “We joke that she pays extra to live near her daughter-in-law. And of course, it’s not a joke because I’m worth it.”
Hamburg is filled with Cape Cods with colorful shutter-clad windows.
Many homes in Hamburg were built between 1940 and 1970.
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Burgerfest, the Erie County Fair and football Sundays with the Bills
One of Hamburg’s biggest claims to fame is a quintessentially American culinary creation. “The town claims the invention of the hamburger,” says Tom Patton, a retired ironworker and a lifelong area resident. “They’ve got a whole festival for it every year in July. They call it Burgerfest, and there are burgers all over the place.” This one-day celebration of perhaps the most famous American food features live music from local bands, a classic car show and street vendors lining Main Street in the Village of Hamburg. Other popular events include the Hamburg Music Festival, a massive outdoor concert that takes place in late spring, and Hamburg Oktoberfest, which puzzlingly occurs annually on the third weekend of September.
The Erie County Fair, the reputed birthplace of the original hamburger, has been held in Hamburg since 1868 and is among the largest county fairs in the country, routinely drawing over 1 million visitors. The event lasts for 12 days every August and features livestock competitions, a wide lineup of food and the James E. Strates Show Midway carnival.
On autumn and winter Sundays, blue-clad locals descend upon Hamburg in droves, clogging the roads around Highmark Stadium and leaping onto collapsable tables in the arena parking lot, regardless of weather conditions. “During football season, especially at home games, we have the Bills Mafia. It’s party central,” says Kader. “Everybody’s into it, whether we’re at the game or at home. The stores on Sunday are mobbed. Everybody gets into football.” Tailgates are often attended by Bills fans even if they don’t have tickets, since getting second half seats at the box office is often cheaper than buying at full price. The New Highmark Stadium, located right across the street from the old one, is set to open for the 2026-27 season, so fans will not have to make significant changes to their Sunday routine.
The Erie County Fair in Hamburg is the second largest fair in New York State.
The Erie County Fair in Hamburg often draws over one million visitors.
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The Frontier Central School District earns national recognition
The town of Hamburg is served by the Frontier Central School District, which scores an overall B from Niche. The district operates four elementary schools, including Pinehurst Elementary, which earns a B-plus. In 2023, Pinehurst teacher Nicholas Penberthy was named as a finalist for the National Hockey League’s Future Goals Most Valuable Teacher of the Year award. Frontier Middle School and Frontier High School, which serve the entire town, both also rate B-plus. Saint Francis High School offers a private faith-based alternative for young men, also ranking B-plus.
Cloverbank Elementary School in Hamburg, NY has 541 students and the school serves PK-5.
Frontier Middle School in Hamburg, NY has 1,081 students and the school serves 6-8.
Hamburg Middle School has 754 students in grades 6-8.
St. Francis HS is a highly rated, private, boarding, all-boys, Catholic school in Hamburg, NY.
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Hamburg Town Park is exclusive for locals
The Lake Erie waterfront is a popular place for locals to fish, wind surf and relax on the beach during the summer, and for ice fishing and skating when the lake freezes in the throes of winter. The most frequented access point for Hamburg residents is Hamburg Town Park Beach, which requires proof of town residency in order to use. The park is open all year, but only sees significant traffic when swimming is comfortable. The Lakeview Road Recreation Area, located just off U.S. Route 90, is the site of a former U.S. Army missile base that has been converted into a local sports hub. The facility features a BMX track, the town ice rink, several baseball diamonds and a golf course. Rootie’s Run, an off-leash dog park, and a soccer complex used by the Hamburg Monarchs youth soccer club, are also included.
Hamburg Town Park Beach on Lake Shore Road require proof of residency to use.
Hamburg Town Park has certified lifeguards patrolling during the summer months.
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Village shops and Friday fish fry on Lake Erie
McKinley Mall, located on McKinley Parkway, offers an array of over 50 shops, including bookstores, a pet adoption center, and a Wegman’s and Aldi for grocery shopping. Everyday necessities and home goods can be purchased at Quaker Crossing along Milestrip Road, home to the nearest Target and a Regal movie theater. Some locals will head to Buffalo and Main Streets in the center of town to take advantage of the village shops. “The Village of Hamburg is so cute. It’s like a Hallmark movie down there,” says Mary Kosmider. “They really built it up. They have restaurants, shopping, botiques and all kinds of things. It’s my place to go to relax.”
Local business owners have opened restaurants along New York Route 5 to take advantage of waterfront views of Lake Erie. Since 1949, diners have flocked to Hoak’s Lakeshore Restaurant for their signature sandwiches and Friday evening fish fry. “Fish fry on Fridays still goes on here,” says Anne Kader. “You’ll hear people ask one another, ‘Where do you go for your Friday fish fry?’ It’s practically religious. I mean, it’s what I was raised on.”
A great smiley staff that makes sure every plate comes out right at Johnson's Landing.
Johnson's landing take on the Buffalo's classic Beef on Weck.
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Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority offers a “Hamburg Express” bus line to Buffalo
Public transit offers an express bus for Hamburg
New York Route 5 runs along the lakefront and can be used to make the 13-mile trip to Buffalo or the 30-mile trip to the American side of Niagara Falls. Interstate 90, which also runs north to Buffalo, cuts through the center of the town. The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA) services the area, offering a Hamburg Express bus line directly between the Village of Hamburg and downtown Buffalo, a trip which takes roughly an hour.
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Parks in this Area
Orchard Acres Park
Jfk Playground
Nike Base
Rootie's Run
Hamburg Town Park
Woodlawn Beach State Park
Transit
Airport
Buffalo Niagara International
32 min drive
Bus
Route 5 & Eckhardt Rd
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South Park Ave & Immaculata
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Milestrip Rd & Home Depot Plaza
Bus
South Park Ave & Fairview Parkway
Bus
St. Francis Dr & Camp Rd
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South Park Ave & Frontier Dr
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Route 5 & Avery Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Hamburg
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
53,115
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,183
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$91,941
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.2%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.2%
% Population in Labor Force
65.3%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
188''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
33/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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