Median Income
$66,158
12% lower than US avg
Home Value
$150,300
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$968
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.3%
25% lower than US avg
How North Syracuse Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,727
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density3,380/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
A
Median Income$66,158
Per Capita$35,716
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$42,500M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$150,300
Rent$968
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,866
Health
Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation419 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+91.5%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 41% / D 59%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries34
Is North Syracuse a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, North Syracuse receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. North Syracuse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in North Syracuse is $66,158, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in North Syracuse is $150,300, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $968 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
North Syracuse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 127.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
North Syracuse has a population of 6,727 with a density of 3,380 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 2.8% Black.
Population
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
North Syracuse vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
North Syracuse vs U.S. Average
The median household income in North Syracuse is $66,158, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: North Syracuse vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $66,158 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,716 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,335 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $79,538 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.3% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 12,898 |
| County GDP | $42,500M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 1,173 |
| Healthcare | 1,214 |
| Retail | 1,553 |
| Manufacturing | 391 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $9,491 |
| 171% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.31% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 19.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in North Syracuse is $150,300, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $968 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,866.
Home Values
| Census Median | $150,300 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $225,866 |
| Median List Price | $214,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $214,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $152 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $968 |
| 17% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $9,491 |
| 171% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.31% |
In North Syracuse, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: North Syracuse vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.0% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.9% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 24.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,762/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,214 |
Crime Rates: North Syracuse vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
North Syracuse has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.5°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.9 inches |
| 5% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 127.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 419 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,380/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.1339°N, 76.1304°W |
| County FIPS | 36067 |