Cortland, NY Micro Area

Cortland, NY · Micro Area

46,246Population

A micropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the Ithaca-Cortland, NY combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $70,418
Median home value: $162,100
Land area: 499 sq mi

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Counties in this micro area

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

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Cortland County, NY	Central	46,246	$70,418	$162,100

Largest cities and towns

23 places in our city pages lie in this area.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Cortland, NY	City	17,450	$59,482
Cortlandville, NY	Town	8,279	$73,617
Homer (Town), NY	Town	6,178	$74,012
Homer, NY	Village	3,114	$72,472
Munsons Corners, NY	CDP	2,662	$56,069
Virgil, NY	Town	2,525	$91,094
Marathon (Town), NY	Town	2,042	$64,438
Preble, NY	Town	1,150	$82,083
Scott, NY	Town	1,082	$93,889
Truxton, NY	Town	1,077	$95,000
Cortland West, NY	CDP	1,020	$127,019
Cincinnatus, NY	Town	998	$68,698
Harford, NY	Town	980	$75,905
McGraw, NY	Village	974	$64,185
Marathon, NY	Village	952	$52,198
Freetown, NY	Town	911	$62,386
Solon, NY	Town	899	$80,000
Willet, NY	Town	768	$74,042
Cuyler, NY	Town	738	$82,813
Lapeer, NY	Town	718	$62,955
Taylor, NY	Town	451	$57,708
Virgil (CDP), NY	CDP	220	$67,813
Blodgett Mills, NY	CDP	212	$59,464

Also in the Ithaca-Cortland, NY combined area

Ithaca, NY · metro · 104,537

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

12.8%

Unemployment

4.6%

College Educated

29.1%

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

$70,418

Mean Household Income

$85,337

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

Irish16.4%

English15.8%

German14.6%

Italian9.8%

Polish2.6%

French1.7%

Scottish1.7%

Mexican0.5%

African0.3%

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

2.8%Foreign Born

97.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized70.9%

Non-Citizen29.1%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later24.8%

Before 201075.2%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

20,841

Median Rent

$984/mo

Median Home Value

$162,100

Median Year Built

1961

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

12,130

College Enrollment

45.1%

High School

16.2%

College Educated

29.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

22.3 min

Drive Alone Rate

72.3%

Public Transit

0.9%

Work From Home

7.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.5%

18-34 Years

29.3%

35-64 Years

35.1%

65+ Years

17.1%

Population Composition

Under 1818.5%

18-3429.3%

35-6435.1%

65+17.1%

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

43.5%

Single Parent

4.5%

Living Alone

30.7%

Avg Size

2.24

Household Types

Married Couples43.5%

Single Parent4.5%

Living Alone30.7%

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

$34,752

SNAP Usage

15.5%

Health Insurance

95.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.0%

$25k - $50k17.0%

$50k - $100k34.2%

$100k+31.7%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

9.9%

Retail Trade

10.9%

Education & Health Care

31.5%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.2%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.5%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

88.3%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.5%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

91.6

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

218.8

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)

The BEA publishes price levels for metro areas only, so for this micro area the cost-of-living figure is the state's average for areas outside metros.

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