Syracuse, New York

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
146,134
Population
$43,584
Median Income
$117,900
Home Value
31.9
Median Age

Demographics

Syracuse has a population of 146,134 with a median age of 31.9. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
51.9%
Black
29.0%
Hispanic
9.9%
Asian
6.9%
Other
2.3%
Demographic Value
Total Population146,134
Median Age31.9
White51.9%
Black or African American29.0%
Asian6.9%
Hispanic or Latino9.9%
Other / Two or More Races2.3%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Syracuse is $43,584, which is 42.0% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $26,472. The poverty rate is 29.6%.

$43,584
Median Household Income
$26,472
Per Capita Income
29.6%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Syracuse is 8.6%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Syracuse, 84.5% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 29.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13.7% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
84.5%
Bachelor's+
29.7%
Graduate+
13.7%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher84.5%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher29.7%
Graduate or Professional Degree13.7%

Housing

The median home value in Syracuse is $117,900, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $932. The homeownership rate is 40.8%.

$117,900
Median Home Value
$932/mo
Median Rent
40.8%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$117,900
Median Monthly Rent$932
Homeownership Rate40.8%
Vacancy Rate14.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Syracuse, New York?
The population of Syracuse, New York is 146,134 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Syracuse, New York?
The median household income in Syracuse, New York is $43,584. This is 42.0% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Syracuse, New York?
The median home value in Syracuse, New York is $117,900. The median monthly rent is $932.
What percentage of people in Syracuse have a college degree?
In Syracuse, New York, 29.7% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.5% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Syracuse, New York an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Syracuse, New York is 2.7x (median home value $117,900 vs. median income $43,584), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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