Home Value
$157,400
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Ithaca Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population145
Median Age55.5 yrs
Density630/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$47,370
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute33 min
Housing
Home Value$157,400
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$346,884
Health
Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Elevation1,135 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+78.7%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Broadband66.0%
Libraries6
Is Ithaca a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Ithaca receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ithaca has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Ithaca is $157,400, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Ithaca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Ithaca has a population of 145 with a density of 630 people per square mile. The median age is 55.5 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).
Population
55.5yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Ithaca is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $47,370 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,730 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 656 |
| County GDP | $1,090M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,137 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.90% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 33.4 min |
| Work from Home | 4.5% |
The median home value in Ithaca is $157,400, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $346,884.
Home Values
| Census Median | $157,400 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $346,884 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $860 |
| 26% below US avg |
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) | $6,137 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.90% |
In Ithaca, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Ithaca vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.6% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.5% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 17.3% |
| Mental Distress | 14.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,667/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Ithaca vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Ithaca has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
76°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.2°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,135 ft (346 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 630/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1593°N, 96.5395°W |
| County FIPS | 31155 |