Livingston County Life
Livingston County, NY: Every town, city, and municipality in the world is unique. The locals, the visitors, the businesses, the events - every aspect of a community creates a special culture only found in that place. For Livingston County, we consider our culture a way of life. A way of living more relaxed, with shorter commutes and less traffic. A way of living with nature, surrounded by state parks and trails to explore. A way of living more balanced: working hard while valuing family and community pride. Maybe we are a little biased, but we think this makes Livingston County pretty special.
Not everyone dreams about being a business owner, but we all depend on our local economies for necessary goods and services. Our locals play important roles in the economic vitality of our county. Lifelong locals have the ability to serve as trusted ambassadors of our community’s resources. New locals can inject fresh ideas and perspectives into our daily lives.
Consequently, we want everyone to be familiar with our office’s many services so that they can act as positive representatives and helpful referrals.
Strong community groups and sense of place
Abundant green space and tobacco free zones
Home of Letchworth & Stony Brook State Parks
Voted healthiest county in New York State
What Does Tourism Mean to Livingston County?
Outside dollars drive local economic growth. When visitors spend money in Livingston County, they inject fresh wealth that businesses pass along to regional suppliers, companies, and staff. When visitors spend time at local restaurant and retail shops, those dollars then get passed along to the owners and vendors, who then buy groceries, pay utility bills, and buy items from others in the area.
Our annual tourism impact at a glance:
$80+ Million: Total direct spending at local businesses each year.
$36.5 Million: Local employment and payroll income sustained by tourism.
$4.8 Million: County tax revenue generated, directly lowering the residential tax burden.
Want to see how we market our communities? Visit Livingston County Tourism at visitlivco.com.
Shop Local
Shopping local in Livingston County feels like investing in your neighbors — every dollar circles back into farms, locally-run manufacturing shops, and Main Street businesses. It’s a place where quality comes from people who take pride in their craft, and where supporting local businesses strengthens the whole community.
Through our Shop Local Program, business owners with a store front are welcome to order one our open flags. To order an “Open Flag” for your business storefront, click here.