Median Income
$62,375
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.2%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$802
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.3%
9% lower than US avg
How Ithaca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,831
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Economy
B+
Median Income$62,375
Per Capita$30,148
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$1,982M
Commute22 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,600
Rent$802
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$194,519
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain34.5 in/yr
Elevation757 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.2%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.23
Community
2024 VoteR 65% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Libraries6
Is Ithaca a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ithaca receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Ithaca stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Ithaca is $62,375, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ithaca is $126,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $802 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.
Climate & Weather
Ithaca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.5 inches, including 39.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Ithaca has a population of 2,831 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 4.7% Hispanic.
Population
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.6% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.4% |
| 67% below US avg |
The median household income in Ithaca is $62,375, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,375 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,148 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,055 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,876 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 794 |
| County GDP | $1,982M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 73 |
| Healthcare | 106 |
| Retail | 124 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,958 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
The median home value in Ithaca is $126,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $802 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $194,519.
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,600 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $194,519 |
| Median List Price | $104,950 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $104,950 |
| $/Sq Ft | $106 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.6% |
| Price Drops | 16.7% |
| Inventory | 6 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $802 |
| 31% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $807 |
| 1 Bedroom | $891 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,113 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,419 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,588 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,958 |
| 13% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.13% |
In Ithaca, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ithaca vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.2% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 29.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 8,638/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 106 |
Crime Rates: Ithaca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Ithaca has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.5 inches |
| 9% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 38.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 757 ft (231 m) |
| Area | 5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 495/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2911°N, 84.5957°W |
| County FIPS | 26057 |