Ithaca, NY — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Tompkins County · New York
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Ithaca based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
31,792
2023 ACS
Median Income
$48,617
2023
Median Home Value
$330,100
2023
Median Rent
$1,441
2023
Median Age
23.6
Unemployment
7.2%
Cost of Living Index
122.6
100 = national avg
Ithaca is a city in Tompkins County, New York, with a population of 31,792 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Ithaca is one of the communities in New York.
The median household income in Ithaca is $48,617, and the median home value is $330,100. The cost of living index is 122.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,441 per month. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, and the median age is 23.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
31,792
Male
16,216
51.0%
Female
15,576
49.0%
Median Age
23.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
31.9%
High School or Higher
35.7%
Foreign Born
18.8%
Veterans
1.7%
Married
21.8%
Avg Household Size
1.7
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.532
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
65.1%
Foreign Born
18.8%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
9.2%
2,934 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
90.8%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
31,210
English Only
76.6%
#1 Non-English Language
Chinese
1,610 speakers
Limited English
5.0%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
95.0%
Limited English Proficiency
5.0%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
533
1.7% of population
Disability Rate
23.8%
127 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$44,637
Unemployment Rate
22.8%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
458
85.9%
Female Veterans
75
14.1%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$44,637
Non-Veteran Income
$29,669
Difference
$14,968
50.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
127
Without Disability
406
Disability Rate
23.8%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
19,704
#1 Ancestry
Irish
10.4% (3,316)
#2 Ancestry
German
8.9% (2,823)
#3 Ancestry
English
8.8% (2,809)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
13,842
Family Households
4,030
29.1%
Married Couples
3,085
22.3%
Non-Family Households
9,812
70.9%
Single Mother Households
747
5.4%
Single Father Households
198
1.4%
Living Alone
5,875
42.4%
Children Under 18
Total Children
2,268
In Married Couple
1,532
67.5%
With Single Mother
566
25.0%
With Single Father
170
7.5%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$122,065
Married Couple Income
$155,755
Single Mother Income
$28,125
Single Father Income
$88,000
Avg Family Size
1.7
Avg Non-Family Size
1.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
0
Grandparents Responsible
0
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$48,617
-34% vs national
Per Capita Income
$32,133
-14% vs national
Poverty Rate
28.4%
+109% vs national
Gini Index
0.5465
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
7.2%
+38% vs national
SNAP Recipients
8.0%
of households
How Ithaca Compares
Ithaca vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Ithaca is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Ithaca, NY has a median household income of $48,617, making it the 22,053rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher median household income than 22% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Ithaca, NY has a per capita income of $32,133, making it the 14,964th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher per capita income than 47% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Ithaca, NY has a poverty rate of 28.4%, making it the 3,477th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher poverty rate than 89% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Ithaca, NY has a unemployment rate of 7.2%, making it the 7,105th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher unemployment rate than 77% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Ithaca. The median household income here is $48,617.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
7.2%
+43% vs NY avg
Labor Force
15,959
Employed
14,818
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
31.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
35.7%
of adults 25+
Median Age
23.6
Work from Home
26.2%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Ithaca, NY metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary
Top Median Wage
$138.0K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
122.6
100 = national avg
+22.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$53,928
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$127,467
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,466
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,753
per month
The median household income in Ithaca, NY is $48,617, which is 33.6% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $32,133. The poverty rate of 28.4% is higher than the NY state average of 10.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.5465, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 7.2%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 15,959. 31.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 28.9% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 122.6, which is 22.6% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 191.9. A single adult needs to earn approximately $53,928 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$346,725
Median List Price
$349,000
Price Per Sq Ft
$248
Days on Market
120
Active Inventory
2
Months of Supply
2.0
Seller's market
Zillow Rent Index
$2,130
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
0.0%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
50.0%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.6%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
1
New Listings
3
Pending Sales
2
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$248
Median List $/SF
$220
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in Ithaca, NY? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Ithaca, NY metro area, home prices have risen 115.7% over the past 20 years. The 10-year growth rate is 79.7%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 52.0%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 13.5%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Ithaca, NY housing market rather than Ithaca alone.
Metro area: Ithaca, NY
Ithaca vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Ithaca is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Ithaca, NY has a median home value of $330,100, making it the 6,196th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher median home value than 78% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Ithaca, NY has a median rent of $1,441, making it the 4,476th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher median rent than 80% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Ithaca, NY has a price per square foot of $248, making it the 5,339th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher price per square foot than 74% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Ithaca, NY has a rent burden of 35.6%, making it the 487th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Ithaca has a higher rent burden than 98% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$330,100
Median Rent
$1,441
Total Housing Units
15,607
Vacancy Rate
11.3%
Owner Occupied
28.9%
Renter Occupied
71.1%
Median Property Tax
$8,695
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$1,669
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$8,695
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.63%
of home value
Median Home Value
$330,100
Estimated Mean Tax
$8,380
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($8,695) by the median home value ($330,100). In Ithaca, NY, this works out to an effective rate of 2.63%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Ithaca, NY is $346,725 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 120 days on the market. 0.0% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 2.0 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $248. Zillow's observed rent index is $2,130/month. About 28.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1959. There are 15,607 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $8,695. The effective tax rate is 2.63%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
1.96
per 1,000 residents
-25% vs national
Property Crime Rate
32.16
per 1,000 residents
+87% vs national
Total Crimes
1,148
2024
Violent Clearance
62%
cases solved
Property Clearance
15%
cases solved
YoY Change
+27.1%
violent crime rate
worsening vs 2023
How Ithaca Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Ithaca vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Ithaca is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Ithaca police solve 100% of murder cases but only 6% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.03 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 6 | 0.18 | 16.7% |
| Robbery | Violent | 16 | 0.48 | 18.8% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 43 | 1.28 | 83.7% |
| Burglary | Property | 111 | 3.30 | 29.7% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 955 | 28.38 | 13.0% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 16 | 0.48 | 6.3% |
Ithaca, NY reported 66 violent crimes and 1,082 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 1.96 per 1,000 residents is 24.6% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 62% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 955 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 4.7% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending upward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 66 | 1,082 | 1.96 | 32.16 |
| 2023 | 53 | 1,237 | 1.54 | 36.03 |
| 2022 | 96 | 1,191 | 3.04 | 37.72 |
| 2020 | 98 | 1,157 | 3.17 | 37.41 |
| 2019 | 41 | 840 | 1.32 | 26.99 |
| 2018 | 72 | 815 | 2.31 | 26.17 |
| 2017 | 56 | 898 | 1.81 | 29.09 |
| 2016 | 72 | 894 | 2.33 | 28.90 |
| 2015 | 55 | 913 | 1.78 | 29.55 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
73.9
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
76.5
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
30.9
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
83.8
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
20
Public Assistance
$37.7M
Individual Assistance
$390K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
6 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $34.4M | $390K |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm → | Snowstorm | Jul 2017 | $435K | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Remnants of Tropical Storm Lee → | Severe Storm | Sep 2011 | $1.4M | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2006 | $1.3M | — |
| Hurricane Katrina Evacuation → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2004 | — | — |
| Power Outage → | Other | Aug 2003 | — | — |
| Fires and Explosions → | Fire | Sep 2001 | $6K | — |
| West Nile Virus → | Other | Oct 2000 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 2000 | $99K | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Jul 1998 | — | — |
| Severe Storms High Winds, Rain and Flood… → | Severe Storm | Dec 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Blizzard → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Severe Storms & Flooding → | Flood | Jul 1976 | — | — |
| Storms, Rains, Landslides & Flooding → | Flood | Oct 1975 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Agnes → | Flood | Jun 1972 | — | — |
| Heavy Rains & Flooding → | Flood | Jul 1970 | — | — |
Showing 20 of 21 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
289
Total Claims Paid
$1,884,790
Avg Claim Payout
$6,522
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
15
Federal Funding
$1,519,649
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.63
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 90.4: Mitigation Plan - Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 3 | $51,000 |
| 302.1: Landslide Stabilization - Structural | 2 | $322,362 |
| 100.1: Public Awareness and Education (Brochures, Workshops, Videos, etc.) | 2 | $37,564 |
| 301.1: Shoreline Stabilization (Riprap, etc.); 405.1: Other Minor Flood Control | 1 | $307,800 |
| 404.1: Localized Flood Control System to Protect Critical Facility | 1 | $194,648 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Ithaca has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, drought, lightning. The area has had 20 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (6 declarations). 289 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $37,653,921 in public assistance recovery funding. $390,300 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 15 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
22.6%
13.5pp below the national average
Depression Rate
23.9%
near the national average
Diabetes Rate
4.7%
7.2pp below the national average
Uninsured Rate
5.7%
4.9pp below the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
21.9%
Arthritis
12.7%
Cancer (excl. skin)
4.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
11.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
19.1%
14+ days in past month
Depression
23.9%
Loneliness
39.2%
Lack of Support
24.4%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
23.6%
Mobility
6.0%
Cognitive
14.7%
Hearing
3.3%
Vision
3.9%
Self-Care
2.0%
Independent Living
7.5%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Ithaca has an obesity rate of 22.6%, which is 13.5pp below the national average. The depression rate is 23.9%, near the national average. About 5.7% of adults lack health insurance. 72.3% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
4
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
0.8 mi
Cayuga Medical Center At Ithac...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayuga Medical Center At Ithaca | 0.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Schuyler Hospital | 17.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Guthrie Cortland Regional Medical Center | 18.6 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Elmira Psych Center | 28.3 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Arnot Ogden Medical Center | 30.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
20
Pop. Served
81,341
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| CORNELL UNIVERSITY | 31,581 | 0 |
| ITHACA CITY | 29,457 | 2 |
| ITHACA TOWN WD | 13,000 | 0 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS VILLAGE | 3,170 | 0 |
| LANSING (V) | 3,100 | 0 |
| SANDY CREEK MOBILE HOME PARK | 215 | 0 |
| RIVERSIDE MANOR TRAILER PARK | 131 | 0 |
| COUNTRY MEADOWS MHP | 122 | 0 |
| COUNTRY GARDENS APARTMENTS | 110 | 0 |
| CREEKWOOD APARTMENTS | 110 | 1 |
| SKYHOOK APARTMENTS | 66 | 0 |
| COLLEGEVIEW NORTH MHP | 58 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MANOR | 40 | 1 |
| WILLOW HILL MOBILE COURT | 40 | 1 |
| SUNSET TOWNHOUSES | 36 | 0 |
| STONEY BROOK APARTMENTS | 28 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MHP | 26 | 0 |
| MEADOWBROOK APARTMENTS | 26 | 0 |
| WHITE HAWK ECOVILLAGE COMMUNITY | 25 | 0 |
| SCLIWC | — | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
148.2K MT
Top Emitter
Cornell University Ithaca Campus
148.2K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Cornell University Ithaca Campus Cornell University | Other | 148,240 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 20 water systems serving the area. 5 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 148.2K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
28.9%
-63% vs national
Public Transit
10.9%
+1117% vs national
Work From Home
26.2%
+181% vs national
Carpool
6.2%
Walk / Bike
25.5%
combined
How Ithaca's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
1
2023
6-Year Avg
2
fatalities/yr
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Ithaca, NY covers travel times and transportation modes. 28.9% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 26.2% work from home, which is above the NY state average of 11.1%. Public transit is used by 10.9% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 6.2% of workers carpool. 23.7% walk to work. 1.8% commute by bicycle. In 2023, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
88.1%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
80.6%
of households
No Internet
2.1%
of households
Total Households
13,842
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
97.3%
of households
Smartphone
94.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
93.0%
of households
Tablet
59.0%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
24.4¢
per kWh
+28% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
18.8¢
per kWh
+21% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.2¢
per kWh
-23% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$140
residential
-5% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
43% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New York averages 24.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $140. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Ithaca vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
20
Population Served
81,341
Violations (5yr)
5
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CORNELL UNIVERSITY | Community | Surface water | 31,581 | 0 |
| ITHACA CITY | Community | Surface water | 29,457 | 2 |
| ITHACA TOWN WD | Community | Purchased surface water | 13,000 | 0 |
| CAYUGA HEIGHTS VILLAGE | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,170 | 0 |
| LANSING (V) | Community | Purchased surface water | 3,100 | 0 |
| SANDY CREEK MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 215 | 0 |
| RIVERSIDE MANOR TRAILER PARK | Community | Ground water | 131 | 0 |
| COUNTRY MEADOWS MHP | Community | Ground water | 122 | 0 |
| COUNTRY GARDENS APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 110 | 0 |
| CREEKWOOD APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 110 | 1 |
| SKYHOOK APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water under influence of surface water | 66 | 0 |
| COLLEGEVIEW NORTH MHP | Community | Ground water | 58 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW MANOR | Community | Ground water | 40 | 1 |
| WILLOW HILL MOBILE COURT | Community | Ground water | 40 | 1 |
| SUNSET TOWNHOUSES | Community | Ground water | 36 | 0 |
| STONEY BROOK APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 28 | 0 |
| GREEN ACRES MHP | Community | Ground water | 26 | 0 |
| MEADOWBROOK APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 26 | 0 |
| WHITE HAWK ECOVILLAGE COMMUNITY | Community | Ground water | 25 | 0 |
| SCLIWC | Community | Surface water | 0 | 0 |
88.1% of households in Ithaca have broadband internet access. 80.6% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 6.7% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 2.1% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 20 water systems, providing water to 81,341 people. A total of 5 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Ithaca is located in Tompkins County, NY. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Ithaca.
Election Overview
Source: Tompkins County (2024)2024 Winner
Democrat
Dem Votes
34,631
75.3%
GOP Votes
11,354
24.7%
Total Votes
45,985
Margin
D+50.6%
Shift from 2020
D+1.4pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 34,631 | 11,354 | 45,985 | 75.3% | 24.7% | D+50.6 |
| 2020 | 33,619 | 11,096 | 45,735 | 73.5% | 24.3% | D+49.2 |
| 2016 | 25,555 | 9,647 | 37,747 | 67.7% | 25.6% | D+42.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Tompkins County recorded 45,985 total votes. Democrats won the county with 75.3% of the vote compared to 24.7% for Republicans, a margin of D+50.6%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted D+1.4pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Tompkins County has shifted 8.5 percentage points toward Democrats.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
550
Total Assets
$22.1B
Total Income
$13.6B
Per 10K Residents
173.0
nonprofits
+282.6% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
108
Median Assets
$363K
Oldest Active
1938
ruling year
Newest Org
2026
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $21.3B of $22.1B total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Ithaca
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFIthaca, NY has 550 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $22.1B. The most common category is Education, with 72 organizations. 108 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 173.0 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1938.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
610
Total Approved
$119.1M
Jobs Supported
3,813
Per 10K Residents
191.9
SBA loans
+206.2% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
54
Top Lender
Tompkins Community Bank
176 loans
Top Industry
Accommodation & Food Services
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
581
Total Amount
$101.9M
Avg Loan
$175,319
Median Loan
$75,000
SBA Guaranteed
$75.2M(74%)
Jobs Supported
2,855
Loans
29
Total Amount
$17.2M
Avg Loan
$593,552
Median Loan
$279,000
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
39
6% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$20.5M
17% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$525,364
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lenroc,llc | 1 | $5.5M |
| Jamna Hospitality Inc. | 2 | $5.0M |
| Knickerbocker Bed Company | 1 | $5.0M |
| Seneca Valley Properties Llc | 1 | $5.0M |
| Sarvoday Llc | 1 | $3.6M |
| Intelligent Green Solutions Llc | 2 | $2.5M |
| Swarthout Coaches Inc. | 1 | $2.2M |
| Therm Inc. | 1 | $2.0M |
| Digicomp Research Corp. | 7 | $1.9M |
| Shamrock of Ithaca Inc. | 1 | $1.7M |
Ithaca, NY has received 610 SBA loans totaling $119.1M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 581 loans (95% of the total), supporting 2,855 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 29 loans totaling $17.2M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Accommodation & Food Services. The most active SBA lender in Ithaca is Tompkins Community Bank with 176 loans. That works out to 191.9 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
7
Total Population
78,940
Avg Median Income
-$285,671,546
Avg Home Value
-$285,577,243
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13062 | 241 | N/A | $252,800 | N/A | 0.7 |
| 13068 | 4,464 | $79,521 | $207,900 | $1,011 | 50.6 |
| 14850 | 66,495 | $69,689 | $334,800 | $1,446 | 124.8 |
| 14853 | 2,294 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 14854 | 99 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.4 |
| 14867 | 5,188 | $67,644 | $163,800 | $1,163 | 67.7 |
| 14881 | 159 | $82,321 | N/A | $936 | 1.5 |
Ithaca, NY has 7 ZIP codes with a combined population of 78,940. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$285,671,546. The average median home value is -$285,577,243. The average median monthly rent is -$285,713,635.
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