Ithaca, NY Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

18 Discussions
140 Replies
323 Upvotes
Charlotte Young

Considering Ithaca vs San Francisco -help me decide

So, I'm retired and Average temperature is around 45--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $1,441/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Worth the trade-offs? Property taxes are high but you get good services. I...

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Henry Robinson

Working remotely from Ithaca

Alright, I'm a remote worker and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What do you all think? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's not perfect, but the com...

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Asher Harris

Grocery stores in Ithaca -recommendations?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm originally from Minneapolis and Rent is about $1,441/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 45--F, so expect cold winters. With a population of 31,792, Ithaca is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 9.1%, which is pretty low. The parks and ...

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Asher Harris

Best hidden gems in Ithaca

Curious what people think. I'm a 42-year-old software engineer and Average temperature is around 45--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $1,441 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 9.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average ...

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Jose M.

Day-to-day life in Ithaca, NY

First post here. I grew up here but left for a while. TIA! The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Aria

How is Ithaca for outdoor activities?

My partner and I are Median household income is $48,617, which feels on the lower side for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Let me know your thoughts. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor ar...

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Elijah

Best coffee shops in Ithaca?

Hello, Just moved here 3 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -Ithaca sits at 131.7 per 100K. It's a a smaller city city with about 31,792 people. Average temperature is around 45--F, so expect cold winters. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Am I wrong here? Th...

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Asher Harris

Anyone regret moving to Ithaca?

Average temperature is around 45--F, so expect cold winters. It's a a smaller city city with about 31,792 people. Median household income is $48,617, which feels on the lower side for the area. Poverty rate is 9.1%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. People her...

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Adrian R.

Is Ithaca a good place to live?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,441 for rent here. Average temperature is around 45--F, so expect cold winters. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Wha...

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Adrian R.

Ithaca is underrated, change my mind

Hey folks, The median home value here is around $330,100, which seems about average. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Quinn Anderson

What to expect moving to Ithaca?

Just moved here 4 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -Ithaca sits at 131.7 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain ...

2 replies 25 upvotes moving
Henry Robinson

Job hunting in Ithaca -tips?

Been meaning to ask this. Poverty rate is 9.1%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,441 for rent here. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. People here are genuinely friendly, n...

3 replies 23 upvotes jobs
Asher Harris

Worst things about Ithaca nobody talks about

Hey everyone, Crime rate is something to consider -Ithaca sits at 131.7 per 100K. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cheers.

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Aria

Just moved to Ithaca, any tips?

So, I'm a 26-year-old HR manager and Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Sofia Rogers

Unpopular opinion about Ithaca

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Does this match your experience?

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Jonathan Morgan

Is Ithaca a good place to live?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm a college student here and Median household income is $48,617, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's a a smaller city city with about 31,792 people. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? TIA! It's not perfect, but the community ...

15 replies 30 upvotes living
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