The communities of Eagle Harbor, Riches Corners and the Village of Albion make up the town of Albion. Although the majority of the village of Albion is within the town, a small portion lies within the borders of Gaines. The village of Albion serves as the Orleans County seat and as of the 2000 Census, had a population of 7,438. The Town of Albion reported a population of over 8,000. There is an additional community with the name of "Albion" located in Oswego County, NY.

With easy access to Bullard Park and the Erie Canal, opportunities for recreation in Albion are abundant. Residents enjoy bird watching, cross-country skiing, fishing, kayaking and numerous scenic trails suitable for biking, hiking or walking. Albion also offers quaint farmer's markets, golf courses, unique shops and a wide variety of historic sites. In other parts of Orleans County, Lake Ontario and Oak Orchard River provide residents and visitors with scenic views and additional options for exciting recreational play. Other popular destinations such as Letchworth State Park, Niagara Falls and Six Flags Darien Lake are within an hour's drive of Orleans County.

Apples, beans and cabbages are among the agricultural products thriving in Albion's fertile clay loam soil. Albion lies in the center of the renowned Medina sandstone industry, where local sandstone played a significant role in the construction of neighborhood architecture as well as internationally in buildings such as the Buckingham Palace. Bayex, the Orleans Correctional Facility for Men, and the Albion Correctional Facility for Women account for a substantial portion of employment in Albion.

With less than 35% of residents employed within the town, Albion acts as a bedroom community to surrounding urban areas. Albion lies within the Rochester Metro Area, approximately 30-miles from the City of Rochester and 40-miles from Buffalo. Albion residents have an average commute time of 24 minutes, which is slightly below the national average.

The quality of life in Albion is idyllic. The public school system is excellent and residents have access to nearly twenty institutes for higher within a 35-mile radius of Orleans County. Crime rates are low, the costs of living are reasonable and the rural setting proves tranquil compared to the surrounding urban areas.

Albion, New York exhibits the vibrancy of an evolving community, while continuing to preserve and honor its rich heritage. A panorama of striking scenery and safe, friendly neighborhoods await those looking for a more tranquil way of life in Albion.