Olean is a town 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 5.9 square miles (15.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 1451 ft. With a population of approximately 15,347 residents, Olean offers a vibrant community life.
The town's population is composed of about 46.82% males and 53.18% females, and it has a population density of 588.03 people per square mile (999.24/km²). Olean lies at a latitude of 42.08 and a longitude of -78.43, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.8%), followed by English (12%), German (27.6%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 14760.