Cortland

NY

Cortland County, New York

Population 46K |Median income $70,418 |1 hospital

Population
46,246
Cortland County
Median Income
$70,418
+4% vs avg
Median Home Value
$162,100
-29% vs avg
Median Age
37
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
46K-6%
Median Income
$70,418+49%
Median Home Value
$162,100+53%
Poverty Rate
12.8%-13%
Unemployment
4.6%-39%

Economics

Median Rent
$984/mo
Poverty Rate
12.8% -10% vs avg
Unemployment 4.6%
Bachelor's Degree+ 29.1%
Work From Home 7.8%
Public Transit 0.9%

Population

White 90%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.1%
African American 1.9%
Asian 1.4%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.8%
High Blood Pressure
31.1%
Obesity
30.5%
Physical Inactivity
23.8%
Binge Drinking
18.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.1%
Current Smoking
12.8%
Current Asthma
11.3%
Diabetes
9.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79%
Dental Visit 63.7%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
6.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
5.8%
Stroke
3.1%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
GUTHRIE CORTLAND REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
CORTLAND · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Cortland Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Tioughnioga River at Cortland Through Wednesday Evening

NOAA · 12h ago
FDA Recalls

Olympus Recalls ShockPulse-SE Lithotripsy Systems Due to Mis-wired Components

FDA · 3d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises, Inc. Recalls Premium Food Bubble Gum Over Undeclared Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls

Bader Enterprises Recalls Premium Food Jordan Almonds Over Undeclared Wheat and Colors

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola, LLC Recalls Junebar Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago
FDA Recalls high

Juniper Granola Recalls Junebar Chocolate Cherry Snack Bars Due to Undeclared Milk and Soy

FDA · 4d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Cortland, NY? ▼
Cortland, NY has a population of 46,246 people, located in Cortland County, New York.
What is the median household income in Cortland? ▼
The median household income in Cortland, NY is $70,418 per year. The poverty rate is 12.8%.
What is the median home value in Cortland? ▼
The median home value in Cortland, NY is $162,100. Median rent is $984/month.
What are the top health concerns in Cortland? ▼
The top health indicators in Cortland include Short Sleep Duration (36.8%), High Blood Pressure (31.1%), Obesity (30.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Cortland? ▼
Cortland has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Cortland? ▼
The median age in Cortland, NY is 37 years. 29.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Cortland, NY is located in Cortland County, New York. With a population of 46K and a median household income of $70,418, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Cortland area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Cortland County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.