Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 590 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 8,029 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 4,121 (15%) |
| Associates | 3,248 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,719 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,729 (28.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,933 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $156,968 ▼ 44% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $920/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,249 |
| Vacant Units | 2,334 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Cortland County is located in New York and encompasses 12 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 46,902 residents. With a median age of 36.72, it is a relatively young county.
Cortland County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,933 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Cortland County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $156,968 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $920. Homeownership rates are high at 66.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Cortland County are primarily White (89.84%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Cortland County, NY is a solidly middle-class area in New York. The 12 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13040 | Cincinnatus | 2,683 | $67,049 | $126,600 | $818 | 7.2% | 36.0% |
| 13045 | Cortland | 28,388 | $67,028 | $162,700 | $905 | 5.6% | 42.2% |
| 13784 | Harford | 383 | $73,265 | — | $1,116 | 7.2% | 10.8% |
| 13077 | Homer | 6,567 | $70,111 | $168,800 | $1,133 | 4.0% | 51.8% |
| 13087 | Little York | 252 | $130,455 | $193,400 | — | 0.0% | 57.2% |
| 13803 | Marathon | 3,936 | $62,537 | $134,300 | $798 | 8.0% | 33.3% |
| 13101 | Mc Graw | 2,221 | $62,670 | $123,800 | $858 | 4.9% | 28.9% |
| 13141 | Preble | 643 | $83,125 | $159,900 | $1,104 | 0.6% | 49.4% |
| 13158 | Truxton | 1,377 | $80,809 | $168,500 | $762 | 3.2% | 35.9% |
| 13863 | Willet | 430 | $71,188 | $103,500 | $822 | 10.9% | 35.8% |