Big Flats
A town in Chemung County, New York — population 7,579 as of 2022.
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News around Chemung County

Chemung County Public Health Officials Investigate Confirmed Measles Case
The Chemung County Health Department is investigating one confirmed case of measles in an unvaccinated resident.
Public Safety
Access to Home Grant Assistance Available to Eligible Chemung County Residents
Chemung County has been awarded an Access to Home grant through New York State Homes and Community Renewal.
Government & Civic
Chemung County Receives $481,797 for Year-Round Youth Employment Program
State allocation will support employment, education, and career opportunities for eligible youth ages 14 through 20
Education
Chemung County Health Department Urges Caution Around Wild Animals and Unfamiliar Pets
The Chemung County Health Department is urging residents to use caution around wild animals and unfamiliar pets following several recent cases of rabies in animals on Elmira’s south side.
Public SafetyThe Chemung County Buildings and Grounds Department will hold a lottery for bow hunting permits at Harris Hill Park. Participation is open to Chemung County residents only and must be 18 years of age
GeneralIn and around Big Flats
See & do
- Bamford Pro Fitness
- Big Flats Community Park
- Big Flats Historical Society
- Big Flats Library
- Big Flats, Town of
Eat, drink & stay
- Anu Restaurant
- Candlewood Suites Horseheads - Elmira By Ihg
- Chili's Grill & Bar
- Applebee's
- Country Inn and Suites
Shops & services
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Big Flats by the numbers
- Median age
- 43.5
- Households
- 3,395
- Persons per household
- 2.2
- Median household income
- $87,044
- Median house value
- $218,500