Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 19.8% ▲ 98% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.6% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 32% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,607 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 34,993 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 17,982 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 16,067 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 17,306 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 46,146 (33.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,936 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $146,775 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,019/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 104,484 |
| Vacant Units | 11,033 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Syracuse is a city in New York, located in Onondaga County. The city spans 28 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 229,027 residents. It is a relatively young city, with a median age of 37.01 years.
Economically, Syracuse is a solidly middle-class community. The median household income of $59,936 is below the national average. Approximately 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 6.4%, above the national average.
The real estate market in Syracuse is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $146,775, which is below the national average. Renters typically pay around $1,019 per month.
The population of Syracuse is well-educated. 48.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — above the national average. The community is majority White (61.54%).
Syracuse, NY offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within New York. Spread across 28 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13202 | 6,842 | $27,365 | $79,300 | $807 | 7.2% | 48.9% | 9.1% |
| 13203 | 17,387 | $46,526 | $148,700 | $953 | 8.7% | 40.9% | 35.2% |
| 13204 | 19,511 | $42,585 | $97,400 | $1,054 | 7.8% | 41.5% | 28.1% |
| 13205 | 18,562 | $39,171 | $96,300 | $898 | 6.9% | 35.7% | 46.6% |
| 13206 | 16,848 | $60,314 | $130,300 | $952 | 4.5% | 44.1% | 55.5% |
| 13207 | 12,383 | $59,495 | $110,500 | $1,111 | 7.6% | 44.8% | 67.9% |
| 13208 | 22,549 | $40,641 | $110,300 | $999 | 9.9% | 32.8% | 47.4% |
| 13209 | 12,995 | $67,307 | $146,200 | $968 | 5.3% | 44.0% | 70.5% |
| 13210 | 19,298 | $38,783 | $167,200 | $1,081 | 6.2% | 55.4% | 27.0% |
| 13211 | 6,155 | $67,672 | $115,700 | $1,073 | 3.9% | 31.5% | 78.6% |
| 13212 | 20,185 | $74,931 | $157,400 | $1,027 | 4.8% | 45.1% | 78.0% |
| 13214 | 8,713 | $93,200 | $218,900 | $998 | 4.6% | 65.1% | 71.1% |
| 13215 | 14,599 | $112,328 | $272,500 | $1,254 | 3.5% | 63.4% | 85.0% |
| 13219 | 15,546 | $81,414 | $173,400 | $1,039 | 1.4% | 56.6% | 84.6% |
| 13224 | 8,638 | $81,667 | $215,100 | $1,029 | 5.2% | 66.5% | 66.7% |