Ithaca

NY

Tompkins County, New York

Population 105K |Median income $74,024 |1 hospital

Population
104,537
Tompkins County
Median Income
$74,024
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$290,900
+28% vs avg
Median Age
32.3
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
105K+2%
Median Income
$74,024+44%
Median Home Value
$290,900+72%
Poverty Rate
16.4%-20%
Unemployment
5.5%-7%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,411/mo
Poverty Rate
16.4% +15% vs avg
Unemployment 5.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 58.8%
Work From Home 20%
Public Transit 4.6%

Population

White 75.2%
Asian 10.2%
African American 4.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
34.7%
High Blood Pressure
26.1%
Obesity
24.6%
Binge Drinking
18.4%
Physical Inactivity
17.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.1%
Current Asthma
10.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
10.5%
Current Smoking
9%
Diabetes
7.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 76.5%
Dental Visit 63.8%

Other Measures

Coronary Heart Disease
4.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
4.7%
Stroke
2.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
CAYUGA MEDICAL CENTER AT ITHACA
ITHACA · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Ithaca 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 Ithaca, NY? ▼
Ithaca, NY has a population of 104,537 people, located in Tompkins County, New York.
What is the median household income in Ithaca? ▼
The median household income in Ithaca, NY is $74,024 per year. The poverty rate is 16.4%.
What is the median home value in Ithaca? ▼
The median home value in Ithaca, NY is $290,900. Median rent is $1,411/month.
What are the top health concerns in Ithaca? ▼
The top health indicators in Ithaca include Short Sleep Duration (34.7%), High Blood Pressure (26.1%), Obesity (24.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Ithaca? ▼
Ithaca has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Ithaca? ▼
The median age in Ithaca, NY is 32.3 years. 58.8% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Ithaca, NY is located in Tompkins County, New York. With a population of 105K and a median household income of $74,024, 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 Ithaca 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 (Tompkins 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.