Binghamton, NY Metro Area

Binghamton, NY · Metro Area

245,242Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $64,590
Median home value: $156,000
Land area: 1,224 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Broome County, NY	Central	197,378	$62,616	$154,900
Tioga County, NY	Central	47,864	$72,739	$160,800

Largest cities and towns

44 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Union, NY	Town	55,078	$61,713
Binghamton, NY	City	47,151	$45,578
Vestal, NY	Town	30,978	$83,012
Owego (Town), NY	Town	18,729	$86,263
Johnson City, NY	Village	14,940	$56,283
Endicott, NY	Village	13,387	$47,290
Endwell, NY	CDP	11,546	$82,726
Chenango, NY	Town	10,787	$86,646
Barton, NY	Town	8,461	$54,799
Binghamton University, NY	CDP	7,449	—
Fenton, NY	Town	6,304	$73,162
Windsor (Town), NY	Town	5,708	$72,956
Kirkwood, NY	Town	5,387	$58,588
Maine, NY	Town	5,089	$69,115
Candor (Town), NY	Town	5,051	$49,036
Dickinson, NY	Town	5,001	$77,864
Conklin, NY	Town	4,916	$66,356
Colesville, NY	Town	4,797	$61,317
Binghamton (Town), NY	Town	4,533	$105,345
Tioga, NY	Town	4,348	$68,523
Waverly, NY	Village	4,305	$54,274
Owego, NY	Village	3,912	$60,139
Newark Valley (Town), NY	Town	3,559	$80,938
Chenango Bridge, NY	CDP	3,116	$96,250
Spencer (Town), NY	Town	2,917	$63,309

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

17.5%

Unemployment

6.8%

College Educated

29.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$64,590

Mean Household Income

$88,420

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

49.6%

Female

50.4%

Population Split

Male49.6%

Female50.4%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish17.2%

English14.1%

German13.4%

Italian12.6%

Polish5.1%

French1.8%

Scottish1.4%

Mexican0.6%

African0.5%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

6.0%Foreign Born

94.0%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized53.2%

Non-Citizen46.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later37.7%

Before 201062.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

115,268

Median Rent

$939/mo

Median Home Value

$156,000

Median Year Built

1960

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

61,479

College Enrollment

32.5%

High School

17.8%

College Educated

29.8%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

20.3 min

Drive Alone Rate

74.3%

Public Transit

2.1%

Work From Home

9.7%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.3%

18-34 Years

24.5%

35-64 Years

35.6%

65+ Years

20.6%

Population Composition

Under 1819.3%

18-3424.5%

35-6435.6%

65+20.6%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

40.9%

Single Parent

5.3%

Living Alone

33.9%

Avg Size

2.28

Household Types

Married Couples40.9%

Single Parent5.3%

Living Alone33.9%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$37,016

SNAP Usage

15.0%

Health Insurance

96.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k18.8%

$25k - $50k20.5%

$50k - $100k29.7%

$100k+31.0%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

10.1%

Retail Trade

12.1%

Education & Health Care

32.1%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

16.1%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.9%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.2%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

92.9

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

223.1

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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