Cortland, NY

New York · Cortland County

Cortland is a small city in New York with a population of 17,465. Residents earn $55,368 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0

B Good

17,465 Population 4,490/sq mi density

$55,368 Median Income $27,328 per capita

$143,800 Home Value $194,617 Zillow

$893 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent

45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

295 Violent Crime/100K 1,742 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.5 / 5.0

$55,368 median income, 4.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$143,800 home value, $893/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

295 violent crimes/100K (22% below avg)

Education

3.1 / 5.0

26.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $55,368

26% lower than US avg

Home Value $143,800

49% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 295/100K

22% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.1%

23% lower than US avg

Median Rent $893

23% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.2%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.4%

22% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.0%

19% lower than US avg

How Cortland Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population17,465

Median Age27.2 yrs

Density4,490/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 87%

Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$55,368

Per Capita$27,328

Unemployment4.4%

Poverty10.0%

County GDP$2,372M

Commute16 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$143,800

Rent$893

Ownership44.6%

Zillow$194,617

Housing Units7,850

Rent Burden30.5%

Crime

Violent295/100K

Property1,742/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault118/100K

Burglary413/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking17.6%

Depression24.1%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain39.5 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation1,122 ft (342 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.1%

High School+89.2%

Graduate+12.0%

School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 47%

Commute16 min

Broadband84.4%

EV Stations19

Libraries5

Is Cortland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cortland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $55,368, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cortland is $143,800, 49% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Cortland is below the national average at 295 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,742 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cortland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cortland has a population of 17,465 with a density of 4,490 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age is 27.2 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.8% female and 47.2% male. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,465

Total Population

4,490

People / sq mi

27.2yrs

Median Age

30% below US avg

3.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%

Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cortland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.5%

20% above US avg

Spanish 5.5%

59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cortland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cortland is $55,368, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,328 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,073, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,115 business establishments, including 125 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cortland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,368
	26% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,328
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,073
IRS Avg AGI	$65,598
Gini Index	0.405 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.4%
	22% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.0%
	19% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,115
County GDP	$2,372M

Business (County)

Restaurants	125
Healthcare	107
Retail	162
Manufacturing	57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,895
	126% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	16.1 min
Drive Alone	64.7%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Cortland is $143,800, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,617, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.4% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $960 for a one-bedroom to $1,198 for a two-bedroom apartment. 44.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,850 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1943. The average annual property tax is $7,895 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 30.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$143,800
	49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$194,617
Median List Price	$174,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$174,900
$/Sq Ft	$132
Homes Sold	3
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.4%
Price Drops	18.8%
Inventory	32

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$893
	23% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,196
Rent Burden	30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$954
1 Bedroom	$960
2 Bedrooms	$1,198
3 Bedrooms	$1,510
4 Bedrooms	$2,010

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	44.6%
Owner-Occupied	44.6%
Renter-Occupied	55.4%
Housing Units	7,850
Median Year Built	1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,895
	126% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.49%

In Cortland, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 32.8% have high blood pressure. 17.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.3% report binge drinking. 28.2% are physically inactive. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.6% experience frequent mental distress. 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,724. The dentist ratio is 1:2,883. 81.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5

4.5

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

4.8

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

4.0

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

54.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.2

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

140.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: Cortland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.2%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	32.8%
Asthma	11.9%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.6%
	26% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.2%
Depression	24.1%
Mental Distress	19.6%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	96.0%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,724
Dentists	1:2,883
Mental Health	1:233
Checkup Rate	78.2%
Dental Visits	58.1%
Premature Death	8,256/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	81.0%
Healthcare Facilities	107

Cortland has a violent crime rate of 295 per 100,000 residents, 22% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 117.9 per 100,000, robbery at 32.2, rape at 144.7. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,742 per 100,000, 11% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,319, burglary at 413, vehicle theft at 11 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cortland receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Cortland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	294.8/100K
	22% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	144.7/100K
Robbery	32.2/100K
Assault	117.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,742.2/100K
	11% below US avg
Burglary	412.8/100K
Theft	1,318.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	10.7/100K
Arson	5.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	70
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Cortland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 64.4 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 1,122 feet.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	45.2°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	21°F (-6°C)
July Average	68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	1,122 ft (342 m)
Area	3.9 sq mi (10.1 km²)
Population Density	4,490/sq mi
Coordinates	42.6009°N, 76.1791°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Cortland County County
Nearest Airport	Ithaca Tompkins International (ITH) 16 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.5"

4% above US avg

Snowfall 64.4"

Wettest Month (Sep) 4.09"

Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	51.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability	37.2 / 100
Community Resilience	86.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Low
Hurricane	Relatively Low
Earthquake	Very Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Very Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Very Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Low
Lightning	Relatively Low
Ice Storm	Relatively Low
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Low
Avalanche	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.8 on Jun 10, 2025.

Jun 17, 1991	7 km NE of Worcester, New York	M4.0	123 km
Apr 23, 2023	New York	M3.6	141 km
Jun 29, 2024	14 km W of Ellisburg, New York	M3.3	125 km
Feb 3, 2001	6 km W of Bath, New York	M3.2	104 km
Jul 31, 1997	0 km WSW of Lyons Falls, New York	M3.2	131 km
Jun 10, 2025	10 km NW of Forksville, Pennsylvania	M2.8	122 km
Feb 27, 2008	2 km SW of Central Bridge, New York	M2.7	149 km
Apr 14, 2023	1 km W of Adams Center, New York	M2.6	141 km
Apr 11, 2007	6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York	M2.6	103 km
Jan 25, 1999	New York	M2.5	137 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Gloria (1985, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
1985	Gloria	Category 1	289 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

160 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF3. Total: 10 fatalities, 57 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
May 31, 1998	EF3	59 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF3	89 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	73 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	71 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	76 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	73 km	1
Jun 2, 1969	EF3	61 km	0
Aug 30, 1955	EF3	68 km	0
Jul 16, 2024	EF2	88 km	0
Jul 8, 2014	EF2	62 km	4
Aug 21, 2011	EF2	72 km	0
Apr 28, 2011	EF2	34 km	0
Apr 27, 2011	EF2	63 km	0
May 16, 2009	EF2	25 km	0
May 31, 1998	EF2	47 km	0
Aug 28, 1990	EF2	58 km	0
Jul 23, 1990	EF2	77 km	0
Oct 14, 1989	EF2	35 km	2
Sep 18, 1977	EF2	47 km	0
Jun 16, 1976	EF2	95 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DRY MARSH (1,018 ac, 2010).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2010	DRY MARSH	1,018	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	21°F (-6°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
February	22°F (-5°C)	2.4 in	Driest
March	32°F (-0°C)	2.9 in
April	43°F (6°C)	3.3 in
May	55°F (13°C)	3.4 in
June	63°F (17°C)	4.1 in
July	68°F (20°C)	3.6 in	Warmest
August	66°F (19°C)	3.3 in
September	59°F (15°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
October	48°F (9°C)	3.3 in
November	38°F (3°C)	3.5 in
December	27°F (-3°C)	3.3 in

Cortland has a seasonal temperature swing of 48°F / from 21°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (2.4").

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Cortland is located in Cortland County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 26.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 53.2% of the vote, a 6.4-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 19 EV charging stations. There are 5 public libraries serving the community. 107 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 64.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%

D 46.8%

Winner: Republican by 6.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7
Traffic Accidents	70
Avg Accident Severity	2.7 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.1%
	23% below US avg
High School+	89.2%
Graduate Degree+	12.0%
School Test Score	4.92

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	4,490/sq mi
Total Area	3.9 sq mi
County	Cortland County County

Services

Broadband Access	84.4%
Avg Download Speed	153.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	27.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed	940 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	19
Alt Fuel Stations	19
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	107
Restaurants	125
Retail Stores	162

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	16.1 min
Drive Alone	64.7%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	6.9%

Average costs for common services in Cortland. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$270 ($162–$432)
Specialist Visit	$378 ($216–$593)
Urgent Care Visit	$216 ($108–$378)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,374 ($863–$5,395)
Dental Cleaning	$140 ($81–$216)
Dental Filling	$270 ($162–$432)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$49 ($27–$81)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$81 ($54–$129)
Brake Pad Replacement	$324 ($162–$540)
Tire Rotation	$43 ($22–$81)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$647 ($432–$1,079)
Battery Replacement	$216 ($108–$378)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$108 ($65–$162)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$97 ($54–$151)
HVAC Repair	$432 ($162–$863)
HVAC System Install	$7,553 ($4,316–$12,948)
Roof Repair	$1,079 ($432–$2,158)
Roof Replacement	$9,711 ($5,935–$16,185)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,619 ($540–$3,777)
Divorce (Contested)	$16,185 ($5,395–$32,370)
DUI Defense	$5,395 ($2,158–$10,790)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,619 ($863–$3,237)
Will Preparation	$540 ($216–$1,079)
Trust Preparation	$2,698 ($1,079–$5,395)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$27 ($16–$49)
Women's Haircut	$59 ($32–$108)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$162 ($81–$270)
Manicure	$27 ($16–$49)
Pedicure	$43 ($27–$70)
Massage (1 Hour)	$86 ($54–$140)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$4.42 ($3.24–$5.93)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.78 ($2.70–$5.40)
Loaf of Bread	$4.10 ($2.70–$5.93)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.86 ($3.24–$7.01)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.93 ($4.32–$8.09)
Rice (per lb)	$1.08 ($0.65–$1.94)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$151 ($86–$270)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$162)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$129)
Internet (Monthly)	$76 ($43–$108)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$70 ($32–$108)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$92 ($54–$162)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$216 ($81–$540)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$2,158 ($1,295–$3,777)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$76 ($32–$140)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$16 ($8.63–$27)
Car Registration (Annual)	$108 ($32–$270)
Driver's License Renewal	$32 ($16–$81)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,295 ($647–$2,698)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$1,079 ($540–$2,158)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$432 ($216–$755)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$54 ($27–$108)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$1,079 ($432–$2,698)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$13,488 ($5,395–$32,370)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$65 ($32–$108)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$108 ($54–$216)
Dog Grooming	$65 ($32–$108)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$43 ($22–$81)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$324 ($162–$540)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$216 ($108–$432)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,070
Toddler	$996
Preschool	$866
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$823
Toddler	$779
Preschool	$758

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Cortland County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,380	109	$63,114	0.98
Accommodation & Food Services	2,284	122	$24,256	1.49
Manufacturing	2,113	61	$75,674	1.52
Retail Trade	1,931	146	$36,151	1.14
Other Services	827	107	$45,606	1.62
Professional & Technical Services	576	65	$66,941	0.49
Arts & Entertainment	493	27	$19,841	1.73
Construction	410	90	$73,784	0.46
Finance & Insurance	407	43	$72,437	0.59
Agriculture & Forestry	278	32	$46,599	2.03
Wholesale Trade	266	28	$66,060	0.40
Administrative & Waste Services	212	50	$54,516	0.21
Real Estate	180	32	$46,956	0.69
Information & Technology	115	17	$54,155	0.36
Educational Services	92	6	$26,200	0.26
Management of Companies	78	5	$81,638	0.27
Unclassified	60	60	$39,040	2.54
Mining & Oil/Gas	12	4	$61,678	0.19

Colleges & Universities in Cortland

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
State University of New York at Cortland	Public · Bachelor's	7,633	50.7%	$8,815	$18,725

Hospitals in Cortland

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
GUTHRIE CORTLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	Acute Care Hospitals	3/5	Yes	(607) 756-3501

Schools in Cortland

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
CORTLAND HIGH SCHOOL	High	596	53	11.2:1
FRANKLYN S BARRY PRIMARY SCHOOL	Elementary	429	35	12.3:1
CORTLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL	Middle	299	36	8.3:1
FE SMITH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL	Elementary	271	27	10.0:1
RANDALL MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	263	23	11.4:1

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Radio Stations near Cortland

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
WVBR FM 93.5	college radio	MP3 128 kbps
KGBFM	—	AAC 24 kbps
RANCH COUNTRY	—	MP3 128 kbps
WVBR	alternative	MP3 128 kbps
WRFI	community radio	AAC 96 kbps
RadioHits.us	radio music rock pop	MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Cortland

44 national parks and monuments found near Cortland.

Park	Type	Fee
Battle Island State Park	State Park	Free
Beechwood State Park	State Park	Free
Bonavista State Park	State Park	Free
Bowman Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Buttermilk Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Canastota Cazenovia State Trailway	State Park	Free
Cayuga Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Chenango Valley State Park	State Park	Free
Chimney Bluffs State Park	State Park	Free
Chittenango Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Clark Reservation State Park	State Park	Free
Delta Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Fair Haven Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Fillmore Glen State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Stanwix National Monument	National Monument	Free
Green Lakes State Park	State Park	Free
Harriet Tubman National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free
Helen L. McNitt State Park	State Park	Free
Indian Hills State Golf Course	State Park	Free
Keuka Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Lock 20 State Canal Park	State Park	Free
Long Point State Park (Cayuga Lake)	State Park	Free
Mark Twain State Park	State Park	Free
Mexico Point State Park	State Park	Free
Mount Pisgah State Park	State Park	Free
Newtown Battlefield State Park	State Park	Free
Nosewicz	State Park	Free
Old Erie Canal State Park	State Park	Free
Oquaga Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Park	State Park	Free
Pixley Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Prompton State Park	State Park	Free
Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Robert H. Treman State Park	State Park	Free
Salt Springs State Park	State Park	Free
Sampson State Park	State Park	Free
Schapiro-Vernon	State Park	Free
Selkirk Shores State Park	State Park	Free
Seneca Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Taughannock Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Two Rivers State Park	State Park	Free
Verona Beach State Park	State Park	Free
Watkins Glen State Park	State Park	Free
Women's Rights National Historical Park	National Historical Park	Free

Historical Trends — Cortland

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	19,166	$38,841
2015	18,869	$40,025
2017	18,728	$42,976
2019	18,550	$44,317
2021	17,220	$50,697
2023	17,423	$55,368

Museums in Cortland

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
PHILLIPS FREE LIBRARY	GENERAL MUSEUM		6077494616	$228,174
DRYDEN TOWN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	36 W MAIN STREET	6078449209	$149,526
CORTLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY -INC-	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077566071	$90,074
1890 HOUSE MUSEUM AND CENTER FOR THE ARTS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6077567551	$63,206
BROCKWAY TRUCK PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4386 US ROUTE 11	6072994185	$55,290
TULLY AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3156964681	$32,141
BOWERS SCIENCE MUSEUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
CAYUGA-OWASCO LAKES HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3154973906
COUNTRY PEDDLER TULLY HSTRCL	GENERAL MUSEUM		3156965219
DOWD FINE ARTS GALLERY	ART MUSEUM		6077534216
ERIE LACKAWANNA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8143642135
FABIUS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3156835878
GLEN HAVEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	7325 FAIR HAVEN ROAD
HOMEVILLE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	PO BOX 133	6072994185
LIME HOLLOW NATURE CENTER	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	338 MCLEAN ROAD	6076624632
MARATHON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NATIONAL BARN ALLIANCE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
NEW YORK STATE GRANGE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	122 CLINTON AVENUE	6077567930
RICHFORD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		8029336622
VIRGIL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Cortland

Name	Address	Annual Visits
CORTLAND FREE LIBRARY	32 CHURCH STREET	126,846
POWERS LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	29 CHURCH STREET	47,350
TULLY FREE LIBRARY	12 STATE STREET	46,332
THE SOUTHWORTH LIBRARY ASSOCIATION	24 WEST MAIN STREET	45,237
PHILLIPS FREE LIBRARY	37 SOUTH MAIN STREET	31,136
GROTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	112 EAST CORTLAND STREET	23,005
LAMONT MEMORIAL FREE LIBRARY	5 MAIN STREET	7,956
PECK MEMORIAL LIBRARY	24 MAIN STREET	7,878
LISLE FREE LIBRARY	8998 MAIN STREET	4,507

Farmers Markets in Cortland

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Caroline Farmers Market	522 Valley Road	05/03/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
City of Cortland Farmers Market	Main St. bet Orchard & Court Sts.
Homer Farmers Market	40 South Main Street	05/10/2014 to 10/25/2014	Wed: 4:30 PM-7:00 PM;Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Moravia Farmers Market	130 Main Street	06/09/2016 to 10/27/2016	Thu: 10:00 AM-5:00 PM;
NILES FARMERS MARKET	TOWN HALL, 5923 NEW HOPE ROAD	05/31/2014 to 10/25/2014	Sat: 10:00 AM-1:00 PM;
Virgil Farmer's Market	4 Corners

Hotels in Cortland

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clarion Inn & Suites

Hampton Inn Cortland

Holiday Inn Express

Quality Inn

Red Roof Inn

Restaurants in Cortland

23 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

A Pizza & More

Asian Delicious

BRIX Pubaria

Community

Cortland Diner

D.P. Dough

Denny's

Friendly's

Garcia's Mexican Restaurant

Gorgers

Hairy Tony's Pub

Hollywood

Kalash Kitchen

La Bamba Cuisine

Los Lagos

Neubig Hall

New York Bagel

Perkins

Pontillo's Pizzeria

Rock Sports Bar

Veracruzana

Wild Ginger

Cafes in Cortland

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bru64

Coffee Mania

Hilltop

Indulge

NY Bagel

Starbucks

The Dragon's Den

Monuments in Cortland

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1939 World's Fair Flagpole

Clinics in Cortland

10 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cayuga Cancer Center at Cortland

Cayuga Orthopedics at Cortland

Cayuga Physical Therapy at Corttland

Cortland Urgent Care

Guthrie Cortland West Road

Guthrie General Surgery

Guthrie Orthopedics

Guthrie Wound Care Center

The Renzi Cancer Center

US #1436917764

Dentists in Cortland

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elite Dental & Denture PC

Gas Stations in Cortland

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citgo

Mobil

Speedway

Sunoco

Banks in Cortland

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chemung Canal Trust Company

KeyBank

NBT Bank

Tompkins Community Bank

Visions Federal Credit Union

Gyms in Cortland

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crown City Fitness

Lusk Field House

Vine

Breweries in Cortland

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Argyle's Easy Street	Bar, Brewery	186 Homer Ave	6077561869	Visit
Finger Lakes Maple Products	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Flavoring Extract Manufacturers	7 Knoll Tree Rd	6072779557
Hopshire Farm & Brewery	Brewers	1771 Dryden Rd	6072791243	Visit
Old 76 Club	Bars, Cocktail Lounges, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Taverns, Bar & Grill Res	470 76 Rd	3155396344, 6075396344

Nursing Homes in Cortland

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
CORTLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER INC 134 HOMER AVENUE	Non profit - Corporation	80	73	3/5	—	4/5	4/5	6077563909
CORTLAND PARK REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER 193 CLINTON AVENUE	For profit - Partnership	120	100	2/5	—	2/5	4/5	6077569921
CROWN PARK REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER 28 KELLOGG ROAD	For profit - Partnership	200	192	1/5	—	1/5	1/5	6077539631

Pharmacies in Cortland

12 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CORTLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER	134 HOMER AVENUE	607-756-3787
CVS - 2135	13 PORT WATSON STREET	607-753-3230
KINNEY DRUGS	14 CLINTON AVENUE	607-753-1591
KINNEY DRUGS	3666 STATE ROUTE 281	607-753-9359
KMART	854 STATE ROUTE 13	607-753-8083
PRICE CHOPPER - 178	854 STATE ROUTE 13	607-756-0421
RITE AID - 10738	1067 STATE ROUTE 222	607-753-3029
RITE AID - 10739	170 PORT WATSON STREET	607-756-7591
THE MEDICINE SHOPPE PHARMACY	1099 STATE ROUTE 222	607-756-4563
TOPS	3932 STATE ROUTE 281	607-250-2522
WAL-MART - 1781	872 STATE ROUTE 13	607-756-1892
WALGREENS - 10158	3948 ROUTE 281	607-756-8489

Daycare Centers in Cortland

14 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.

Facility	Type	Phone	Status
CORTLAND COUNTY CHILD DEVELOPMENT DAY CARE PROGRAM, INC. 59 POMEROY STREET	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 758-9325	OPEN
CORTLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. 236A SOUTH MAIN ST.	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 218-6813	OPEN
CORTLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. 3 HUNTINGTON STREET	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 299-4159	OPEN
CORTLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. 22 TOMPKINS STREET	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 756-8450	OPEN
CORTLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. 31 RANDALL STREET	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 758-4170	OPEN
CORTLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION PROGRAM, INC. 33 WHEELER AVENUE	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 758-4175	OPEN
CORTLAND COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTIONS PROGRAM, INC 236 SOUTH MAIN STREET	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 662-4042	OPEN
HERE WE GROW CHILD CARE CENTER 16 MILLER ST	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 756-6070	OPEN
MCDONALD SPORTS CAMP 4292 FAIRGROUNDS DR.	CENTER BASED — SACC	(607) 753-8100 EXT 1	OPEN
SUNY CORTLAND CHILD CARE CENTER, INC. 103 PROSPECT TERRACE, EDUCATION BUILDING, RM 1000	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 753-5955	OPEN
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF CORTLAND COUNTY, INC. 14 CLAYTON AVE	RELIGIOUS FACILITY — SACC	(607) 753-9651	OPEN
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF CORTLAND COUNTY, INC. 33 WHEELER AVE.	RELIGIOUS FACILITY — SACC	(607) 753-9651	OPEN
YOUNG WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF CORTLAND COUNTY,INC. 31 RANDALL ST.	RELIGIOUS FACILITY — SACC	(607) 753-9651	OPEN
YWCA LEARNING ADVENTURE CHILD CARE CENTER 5 HUNTINGTON ST.	CENTER BASED — DCC	(607) 753-6762	OPEN

EV Charging Stations in Cortland

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	Connectors	Access
Country Inn & Suites By Carlson, Cortland, NY - Tesla Destination	3707 State Rte 281	Tesla Destination	3	J1772 TESLA	public
Hampton Inn Cortland - Tesla Destination	26 River St	Tesla Destination	1	TESLA	public
New York Hemp Oil	185 S Main St	Blink Network	1	J1772	public
Price Chopper	854 NY-13	Non-Networked	2	J1772	public
SUNY CORTLAND DE GROAT 1.4	45 Graham Ave	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
SUNY CORTLAND NEUBIG 1.2	15 Neubig Rd	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public
SUNY CORTLAND PROF STUD 1.3	5 Folmer Dr	ChargePoint Network	2	J1772	public

Cell Towers in Cortland

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
21 Victory Hill Road	TOWER	96
NORTH ROAD	TOWER	91
OAK HILL RD	TOWER	88
1159 NORTH ROAD	GTOWER	78
2043 PREBLE RD	GTOWER	77
(Preble) 2023 PREBLE RD	TOWER	77
Reynolds Rd.	GTOWER	69
3907 SINGLETON ROAD	LTOWER	61
KILLAWOG CELL SITE: W OF INT OF KILLAWOG HILL RD & WHITING RD	TOWER	59
Messengerville Cell Site 038 Snyder Hill Road	TOWER	59
299 TIM HILL RD	LTOWER	55

Fire Stations in Cortland

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Cortland Fire Department	21 Court ST	Mostly career	607-756-5612
Cortlandville Fire District	999 State RTE 13	Volunteer	607-753-9014
Virgil Fire District	1195 W State RD	Volunteer	607-835-6363

Power Plants Near Cortland

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
CORTLANDVILLE SOLAR CSG	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-76.2	V

Bridges in Cortland

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2008	110	15,854	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	145	13,124	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	149	10,265	F
Truss (Thru)	Steel	1933	196	9,982	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	407	9,431	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	401	9,197	F
Culvert	Concrete	1983	30	7,068	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1991	29	6,387	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1998	251	5,897	F
Culvert	Concrete	1980	35	2,970	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1954	23	2,440	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1962	69	2,366	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2019	50	2,027	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1935	29	1,040	G
Culvert	Concrete	1999	31	857	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1966	409	751	F

Correctional Facilities in Cortland

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CORTLAND COUNTY CORRECTIONAL FACILITY	54 GREENBUSH ST	COUNTY	80	90	OPEN

Airports Near Cortland

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Syracuse Hancock International Airport	SYR	Large Airport
Elmira Corning Regional Airport	ELM	Medium Airport
Greater Binghamton/Edwin A Link field	BGM	Medium Airport
Ithaca Tompkins Regional Airport	ITH	Medium Airport
Airlane Enterprises Airport	—	Small Airport
Airy-Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Anthonson Airport	—	Small Airport
B-Ville Airpark	—	Small Airport
Becks Grove Airport	—	Small Airport
Camillus Airport	—	Small Airport
Carrar Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Carter Flight Park Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Cash Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chenango Bridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Cochran Airport	—	Small Airport
Collins Field	—	Small Airport
Cortland County Chase Field	CTX	Small Airport
Culver Airfield	—	Small Airport
Curtis Airport	—	Small Airport
Deer Run Air Field	—	Small Airport
Dodge/Coppola/Wheeler Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagle Ridge Airport	—	Small Airport
Eagles Eye Airport	—	Small Airport
Farnsworth Airport	—	Small Airport
Finger Lakes Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying K Airport	—	Small Airport
Greene Airport	—	Small Airport
Grund Field	—	Small Airport
Hamilton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Harris Hill Gliderport	—	Small Airport
Henion Private Field Airport	—	Small Airport
J P Reilly Airport	—	Small Airport
Kayutah Lake/James & Helene D Allen Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Kirkwood Airpark	—	Small Airport
Kohn Airport	—	Small Airport
Lars/Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Lt Warren Eaton Airport	OIC	Small Airport
Luke Airport	—	Small Airport
Luther Airport	—	Small Airport
Marcellus Airport	—	Small Airport
Mariwill Airport	—	Small Airport
Match Mate Airport	—	Small Airport
Matejka Field	—	Small Airport
McKinney Airport	—	Small Airport
Michael Airfield	—	Small Airport
Miller Airport	—	Small Airport
Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Morin Airport	—	Small Airport
Murphy Field	—	Small Airport
Neno Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Cortland

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Dryden Police Department	16 South Street
Groton Police Department	108 East Cortland Street
New York State Police	4 East Main Street
New York State Police	1850 Dryden Road
New York State Police	2 Technology Place

Grocery Stores in Cortland

22 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
7 Eleven 35261H	Convenience Store	76 N Main St
BILL BROS DAIRY	Grocery Store	219 Port Watson St
Byrne Dairy Port Watson Cortland 147	Convenience Store	224 Port Watson St
Cortland County Comm Action Farmers Market	Farmers and Markets	Main St
CORTLAND PRODUCE CASH & CARRY	Grocery Store	32 Owego St
Cortland SUNOCO	Convenience Store	44 Port Watson St
CVS PHARMACY 2135	Other	13 Port Watson St
Dollar General 6365	Other	186 Homer Ave
Dollar Tree 7790	Other	160 Clinton Ave
Family Dollar 2499	Other	160 Clinton Ave
Family Dollar 4756	Other	231 Groton Ave
Joe's Kwik Mart 457	Convenience Store	152 Clinton Ave
Kinney Drugs 36	Other	14 Clinton Ave
P&c Fresh Market #95	Super Store	160 Clinton Ave
Shop N Hop	Convenience Store	120 Groton Ave
Speedway 7743	Convenience Store	106 Port Watson St
Speedway 9930	Convenience Store	162 Tompkins St
Student Deli And Grocery Corp	Convenience Store	134 Main St
Student Finest Convenient Inc -The Daily Grind	Convenience Store	22 Main St
Super Lucky Express Inc	Convenience Store	180 Main St
The Local Food Market	Grocery Store	37 N Main St
Walgreens 17204	Other	170 Port Watson St

Treatment Centers in Cortland

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Catholic Charities of Cortland County - Supportive Living	Substance Abuse	607-756-9313
Catholic Charities of Cortland County - The Charles Street Halfway House	Substance Abuse	607-756-9313
Cortland Community Services Board - Horizon House	Both	607-758-6100
Cortland Community Services Board - Mental Health Treatment Services	Both	607-758-6100
Guthrie Cortland Medical Center	Mental Health	607-756-3700 x3770
Syracuse VAMC - Cortland Tompkins Outpatient Clinic	Both	607-347-4101
Tully Hill Corporation - Inpatient Rehabilitation	Substance Abuse	315-696-6114 x141
Tully Hill Corporation - Med Sup Withdrawal/Inpatient	Substance Abuse	315-696-6114 x141
Tully Hill Corporation - Outpatient Clinic	Substance Abuse	315-696-6114 x141

DOL Wage Violations in Cortland

13 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $702,237 in back wages owed to 251 employees.

Violations

$702,237

Back Wages Owed

251

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Voyant Beauty	SIGNIFICANT	Voyant Beauty	13045	—	1	$277,317	$5,546	50
Armor Tower	SIGNIFICANT	—	13045	—	1	$176,521	$11,033	16
J M Murray Center	SIGNIFICANT	—	13045	—	2	$104,523	$2,049	51
GUTCHESS LUMBER CO., INC. [OSHA]	—	—	13045	Sawmills	1	$68,948	$7,661	9
Traver Masonry Contractor	—	—	13045	—	1	$28,090	$1,170	24
Cortland Care Center	—	—	13045	—	2	$22,727	$361	63
DLH Properties	—	—	13045	—	2	$11,125	$445	25
Back to Health Chiropractic	—	—	13045	—	1	$4,427	$4,427	1
SJB SERVICES, INC. [OSHA]	—	—	13045	Site Preparation Contractors	1	$3,807	$544	7
Food Bag	—	ATLANTIS MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC	13045	—	1	$2,932	$1,466	2
Royal Chevrolet	—	—	13045	—	1	$1,634	$1,634	1
JM MURRAY CENTER, INC. [OSHA]	—	JM Murray Center, Inc	13045	Vocational Rehabilitation Services	2	$137	$137	1
Dunkin Donuts	—	Dunkin Brands	13045	—	1	$49	$49	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cortland

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHABAD AT CORTLAND INC	28 PLEASANT ST
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH	292 TOMPKINS ST
CHRISTIAN ASSEMBLY OF GOD	175 PORT WATSON ST
CHURCH OF THE REDEEMER	125 TOMPKINS ST
COMMUNITY FULL GOSPEL CHURCH	PO BOX 187
CORTLAND COUNTY COUNCIL OF CHURCHES	7 CALVERT ST
FAITH BAPTIST CHURCH	1731 STATE ROUTE 13
HOLY SPIRIT LUTHERAN CHURCH	13 COURT ST
LIVING WORD FREE METHODIST CHURCH	9 GRACE ST
PARKSIDE ASSEMBLY OF GOD INC	78 HOMER AVE
SAINT PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	49 HAMLIN ST
ST MAXIMUS THE CONFESSOR ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN PARISH INC	1864 BALDWIN RD
THE CHAPEL	1118 NY-222
UNITARIAN UNIVERSALIST CHURCH OF CORTLAND	3 CHURCH ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cortland

What is the population of Cortland?

Cortland has a population of 17,465 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 4,490 people per square mile, spread across 3.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 27.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.8% female and 47.2% male.

Is Cortland expensive to live in?

Cortland is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $55,368, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,800 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cortland safe?

Cortland is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 295 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,742 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cortland receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cortland?

Cortland has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 21°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.

How is the job market in Cortland?

Cortland has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,073. There are 1,115 business establishments in the area, including 125 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 6.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Cortland?

The median home value in Cortland is $143,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,617. For renters, the median monthly rent is $893. Fair market rent is $960 for a 1-bedroom and $1,198 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 44.6%. The average annual property tax is $7,895.

How are the schools in Cortland?

Schools in Cortland have an average test score of 4.9 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 26.1% of adults in Cortland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. 12.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cortland?

The obesity rate in Cortland is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.6% of adults are smokers. 28.2% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 7.4% lack health insurance. 81.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,724.

What is transportation like in Cortland?

The average commute in Cortland is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 64.7% of workers drive alone to work, 1.8% use public transit, and 6.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Cortland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cortland is 87.3% White, 4.2% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.5% speak Spanish. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 14.5% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Cortland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Cortland vs U.S. Average

Income: Cortland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

Health Metrics: Cortland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Crime Rates: Cortland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Temperature

Geography

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Natural Hazard Risk

Hazard Breakdown

Earthquake History

Hurricane History

Tornado History

Wildfire History

Monthly Weather

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Safety & Disasters

Education

Area & Infrastructure