Syracuse, NY Metro Area

Syracuse, NY · Metro Area

656,410Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 3 counties (1 central, 2 outlying), part of the Syracuse-Auburn, NY combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $75,492
Median home value: $187,700
Land area: 2,385 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
Onondaga County, NY	Central	471,129	$76,945	$200,200
Oswego County, NY	Outlying	117,953	$69,183	$151,700
Madison County, NY	Outlying	67,328	$75,499	$184,600

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Syracuse, NY	City	146,384	$47,819
Clay, NY	Town	59,995	$90,707
Manlius (Town), NY	Town	33,328	$113,449
Salina, NY	Town	32,840	$72,474
Cicero, NY	Town	31,133	$96,463
De Witt, NY	Town	25,589	$92,218
Camillus (Town), NY	Town	25,270	$85,915
Lysander, NY	Town	23,086	$107,984
Onondaga, NY	Town	22,573	$104,448
Oswego, NY	City	17,033	$53,172
Geddes, NY	Town	16,831	$76,839
Sullivan, NY	Town	14,690	$80,948
Van Buren, NY	Town	14,237	$73,779
Fulton, NY	City	11,272	$52,046
Oneida, NY	City	10,171	$61,597
Fairmount, NY	CDP	9,724	$84,225
Hastings, NY	Town	9,345	$84,027
Lenox, NY	Town	8,658	$75,900
Oswego (Town), NY	Town	8,369	$78,083
Schroeppel, NY	Town	7,938	$73,082
Baldwinsville, NY	Village	7,715	$77,241
Skaneateles (Town), NY	Town	7,090	$103,545
Pompey, NY	Town	7,047	$111,000
North Syracuse, NY	Village	6,693	$71,026
Cazenovia (Town), NY	Town	6,693	$108,250

Also in the Syracuse-Auburn, NY combined area

Auburn, NY · micro · 75,102

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Unemployment

5.4%

College Educated

35.1%

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

$75,492

Mean Household Income

$99,360

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

49.0%

Female

51.0%

Population Split

Male49.0%

Female51.0%

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

Irish17.7%

German14.5%

Italian14.3%

English12.5%

Polish5.7%

French3.4%

Scottish1.6%

African1.1%

Mexican0.7%

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

6.3%Foreign Born

93.7%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized56.0%

Non-Citizen44.0%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later42.2%

Before 201057.8%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

297,576

Median Rent

$1,077/mo

Median Home Value

$187,700

Median Year Built

1965

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

162,243

College Enrollment

27.5%

High School

19.0%

College Educated

35.1%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

21.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

73.2%

Public Transit

1.7%

Work From Home

12.0%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

20.6%

18-34 Years

23.0%

35-64 Years

37.7%

65+ Years

18.7%

Population Composition

Under 1820.6%

18-3423.0%

35-6437.7%

65+18.7%

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

42.4%

Single Parent

6.0%

Living Alone

32.4%

Avg Size

2.29

Household Types

Married Couples42.4%

Single Parent6.0%

Living Alone32.4%

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

$41,532

SNAP Usage

14.4%

Health Insurance

96.5%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k16.1%

$25k - $50k17.8%

$50k - $100k28.8%

$100k+37.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

8.8%

Retail Trade

11.1%

Education & Health Care

31.5%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.5%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

91.2%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.8%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

95.7

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

211.1

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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