Gowanda is a village located in Cattaraugus County, in the state of New York (NY), United States. Nestled in the Middle Atlantic division of the North-east region, it covers an area of 1.6 square miles (4.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of N/A. With a population of approximately 2,842 residents, Gowanda offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.26% males and 52.74% females, and it has a population density of 776.25 people per square mile (685.81/km²). Gowanda lies at a latitude of 42.46 and a longitude of -78.94, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (15%), German (29.8%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 14070.