The six-county region that comprises the Binghamton, New York, area is a living landscape of natural wonders. Rivers such as the Chenango and Susquehanna twine through the Appalachian hills surrounding the region. Whether you care to stroll through quaint downtown areas still alive and thriving or steep yourself in history and revel in culture, this is the place to be. The recent influx of many businesses to the area reflects the fact that the Southern Tier has among the highest rates of job growth in New York. Real estate sales volume shatters old records.
Construction is on the rise.
The local economy is flexing new muscles and showing its power. Tomorrow's technology has found a home here today. This is an area on the move and the trend is clearly upward. But progress won't come at the expense of the area's exceptional quality of life. If you're looking for a small-town lifestyle with metropolitan advantages, you'll find it here.