Syracuse, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Syracuse is a small town in Ohio with a population of 623. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
623 Population 708/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $34,668 per capita
$109,600 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 22.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,600 home value, $830/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.4%
41% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population623
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density708/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$34,668
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$4,743M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,600
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression31.0%
Heart Disease8.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation667 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+96.0%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries5

Is Syracuse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Syracuse receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Syracuse offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Syracuse is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Syracuse is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Syracuse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Syracuse has a population of 623 with a density of 708 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

623
Total Population
708
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Syracuse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Syracuse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Syracuse is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Syracuse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,668
Avg Weekly Wage$1,051
IRS Avg AGI$64,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,634
County GDP$4,743M

Business (County)

Restaurants209
Healthcare293
Retail336
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Syracuse is $109,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,600
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,814
20% below US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Syracuse, 45.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 31.0% report depression. 39.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Syracuse vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.4%
41% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease8.3%
High Blood Pressure39.3%
Asthma12.4%
COPD11.9%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity39.4%
Depression31.0%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death11,836/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities293

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Syracuse has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density708/sq mi
Coordinates39.0012°N, 81.9707°W
County FIPS54107
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.1-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+96.0%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density708/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities293
Restaurants209
Retail Stores336

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone89.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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