Northeast Ithaca, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Northeast Ithaca is a small town in New York with a population of 2,575. Residents earn $91,667 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,575 Population 1,752/sq mi density
$91,667 Median Income $54,527 per capita
$349,600 Home Value
$1,688 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$91,667 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$349,600 home value, $1,688/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
85.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,667
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $349,600
24% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 85.6%
154% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,688
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.2%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,575
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,752/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,667
Per Capita$54,527
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$349,600
Rent$1,688
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.3%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation996 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+85.6%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute15 min
Libraries6

Is Northeast Ithaca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northeast Ithaca receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Northeast 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 Northeast Ithaca is $91,667, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northeast Ithaca is $349,600, 24% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,688 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Northeast Ithaca is a highly educated community — 85.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Northeast Ithaca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Northeast Ithaca has a population of 2,575 with a density of 1,752 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 4.7% Black.

Population

2,575
Total Population
1,752
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Northeast Ithaca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.5%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.5%
113% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Northeast Ithaca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northeast Ithaca is $91,667, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Northeast Ithaca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,667
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$54,527
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.1 min
Work from Home39.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Northeast Ithaca is $349,600, 24% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,688 (45% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$349,600
24% above US avg
Median List Price$462,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$462,000
$/Sq Ft$190
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,688
45% above 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

Owner-Occupied59.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Northeast Ithaca, 23.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Northeast Ithaca vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.2%
28% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression19.3%
Mental Distress12.9%
Physical Distress8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Northeast Ithaca has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation996 ft (304 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density1,752/sq mi
Coordinates42.4686°N, 76.4634°W
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 85.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (154% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+85.6%
154% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,752/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.1 min
Work from Home39.1%

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