Utica-Rome, NY Metro Area

Utica-Rome, NY · Metro Area

288,881Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties (1 central, 1 outlying). The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $69,779
Median home value: $172,900
Land area: 2,623 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
Oneida County, NY	Central	229,124	$70,154	$182,600
Herkimer County, NY	Outlying	59,757	$68,515	$147,700

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Utica, NY	City	64,217	$52,484
Rome, NY	City	31,795	$59,925
New Hartford (Town), NY	Town	22,015	$81,173
Whitestown, NY	Town	17,908	$80,168
German Flatts, NY	Town	12,134	$67,791
Kirkland, NY	Town	9,786	$82,926
Herkimer (Town), NY	Town	9,534	$56,287
Marcy, NY	Town	8,676	$92,775
Vernon (Town), NY	Town	8,219	$77,601
Ilion, NY	Village	7,593	$62,843
Herkimer, NY	Village	7,566	$48,529
Frankfort (Town), NY	Town	6,931	$62,861
Lee, NY	Town	6,074	$94,137
Westmoreland, NY	Town	5,892	$105,333
Verona, NY	Town	5,884	$83,534
Vienna, NY	Town	5,184	$83,244
Camden (Town), NY	Town	4,714	$62,394
Little Falls, NY	City	4,550	$53,544
Boonville (Town), NY	Town	4,465	$68,253
Paris, NY	Town	4,261	$93,491
Trenton, NY	Town	4,257	$88,807
Deerfield, NY	Town	3,933	$101,029
New York Mills, NY	Village	3,856	$57,578
Floyd, NY	Town	3,702	$98,297
Whitesboro, NY	Village	3,633	$45,934

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

15%

Unemployment

4.6%

College Educated

26.7%

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

$69,779

Mean Household Income

$90,080

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

50.0%

Female

50.0%

Population Split

Male50.0%

Female50.0%

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

Italian16.3%

Irish15.7%

German14.2%

English10.3%

Polish8.9%

French3.4%

Scottish1.4%

Mexican0.8%

African0.6%

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

7.4%Foreign Born

92.6%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized60.1%

Non-Citizen39.9%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later31.6%

Before 201068.4%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

137,902

Median Rent

$925/mo

Median Home Value

$172,900

Median Year Built

1957

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

63,301

College Enrollment

19.4%

High School

22.2%

College Educated

26.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

21.7 min

Drive Alone Rate

75.0%

Public Transit

1.0%

Work From Home

10.7%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.2%

18-34 Years

20.7%

35-64 Years

37.8%

65+ Years

20.3%

Population Composition

Under 1821.2%

18-3420.7%

35-6437.8%

65+20.3%

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

44.2%

Single Parent

6.4%

Living Alone

32.5%

Avg Size

2.28

Household Types

Married Couples44.2%

Single Parent6.4%

Living Alone32.5%

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

$37,763

SNAP Usage

16.3%

Health Insurance

96.4%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.3%

$25k - $50k19.5%

$50k - $100k29.8%

$100k+33.4%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

9.4%

Retail Trade

11.7%

Education & Health Care

28.3%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.7%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

96.4%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

88.7%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

92.9%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

92.7

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

210.2

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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