Median Income
$68,250
9% lower than US avg
Home Value
$173,400
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.2%
90% lower than US avg
How Cortland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population629
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density2,330/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans11.4%
Economy
A
Median Income$68,250
Per Capita$30,968
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$1,583M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$173,400
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$301,451
Rent Burden32.5%
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Elevation1,446 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries2
Is Cortland a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cortland receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cortland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cortland is $68,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cortland is $173,400, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Cortland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches, including 25.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Cortland has a population of 629 with a density of 2,330 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.2%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 10.3% Black.
Population
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Cortland is $68,250, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $68,250 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,968 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $941 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,767 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.2% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 744 |
| County GDP | $1,583M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 47 |
| Healthcare | 56 |
| Retail | 99 |
| Manufacturing | 36 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,931 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.84% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 76.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
The median home value in Cortland is $173,400, 38% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $301,451.
Home Values
| Census Median | $173,400 |
| 38% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $301,451 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 32.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,931 |
| 41% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.84% |
In Cortland, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.0% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Cortland vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.5% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 25.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.9% |
| Depression | 19.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,954/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 56 |
Crime Rates: Cortland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Cortland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.0 inches |
| 18% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,446 ft (441 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,330/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5060°N, 96.7060°W |
| County FIPS | 31067 |