Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.2% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 507 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,179 (27%) |
| Some College | 2,303 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 1,967 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,985 (12.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,546 (29.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,028 ▼ 12% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $162,700 ▼ 42% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $905/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 12,420 |
| Vacant Units | 1,182 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cortland is a city in New York, located in Cortland County. The city spans 1 ZIP code and is home to approximately 28,388 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 32.4 years.
Economically, Cortland is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $67,028 is near the national average. Approximately 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 5.6%, near the national average.
The real estate market in Cortland is an affordable housing market. Median home values stand at $162,700, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $905 per month.
The population of Cortland is well-educated. 42.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — near the national average. The community is primarily White (87.23%).
Cortland, NY offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within New York.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13045 | 28,388 | $67,028 | $162,700 | $905 | 5.6% | 42.2% | 58.0% |