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Manlius, New York Demographics & Population 2026

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Manlius, New York had a total population of 4,644, the 380th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $69,942, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.4%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Manlius Quick Facts

Population 4,644
Median Household Income $69,942
Median Home Value $263,300
Poverty Rate 8.4%
Unemployment Rate 3.4%
Median Age 42.4 years
Homeownership Rate 59.4%
Affordability Ratio 3.8x
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 54.4%
High School Graduation Rate 93.8%
Diversity Index 29/100
Population 4,644 380th of 1,289
Median Income $69,942 below average
Poverty Rate 8.4% 33% lower than national
Median Home Value $263,300 average

How Manlius Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric2019–20232020–2024Change
Population4,6574,644-0.3%
Median household income$66,714$69,942+4.8%
Median home value$233,500$263,300+12.8%

How Manlius Compares

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.8%
$25K-$50K 18.7%
$50K-$100K 24.8%
$100K+ 39.8%
Detailed income brackets
Under $10K
6.6%
$10K-$15K
4.5%
$15K-$20K
2.1%
$20K-$25K
3.6%
$25K-$30K
2.3%
$30K-$35K
4.8%
$35K-$40K
2.6%
$40K-$45K
7.8%
$45K-$50K
1.3%
$50K-$60K
5.9%
$60K-$75K
10.6%
$75K-$100K
8.3%
$100K-$125K
6.7%
$125K-$150K
6.7%
$150K-$200K
12.6%
$200K+
13.8%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%
60.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 59.4%
Renter 40.6%
Affordability Index Affordable
3.8x home value to income ratio
Median gross rent $1,072/mo 18.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Diversity Index

29out of 100
Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Manlius Rankings in New York

#380 Population of 1,289
#806 Median Income of 1,219
#279 Education of 1,288
#593 Home Value of 1,232

Other Cities in Onondaga County

CityPopulationMedian IncomePovertyHome Value
Syracuse 146,384 $47,819 28.8% $138,400
De Witt 11,060 $123,864 8.5% $297,600
Fairmount 9,724 $84,225 8.2% $184,000
Baldwinsville 7,715 $77,241 10.6% $219,900
North Syracuse 6,693 $71,026 9.3% $163,000
Radisson 6,676 $89,297 11.1% $313,600
Solvay 6,544 $61,166 6.9% $150,000
Mattydale 5,971 $66,940 15.5% $121,900
Westvale 5,212 $98,542 2.3% $214,200
Brewerton 4,330 $82,813 22.4% $195,600

Cities Similar to Manlius

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

CityPopulationMedian IncomeHome ValueBachelor's+Poverty
Chittenango4,831$70,786$182,50031.3%14.6%
Canastota4,487$74,015$144,80022.2%10.8%
Hamilton4,370$66,750$264,20059.2%13.0%
Clarkson4,836$76,368$193,50029.8%9.2%
Penn Yan4,714$60,190$152,70021.8%12.8%

Population Overview

Manlius is a small community located in New York, within Onondaga County. The total population is 4,644. It ranks as the 380th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Manlius is 42.4 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 10.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Manlius is $69,942. This is 19% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 13% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.4%. This is 40% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $263,300. Housing costs are 38% lower than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x. 59.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Manlius is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 5.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.6% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (3.8%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

54.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% higher than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 93.8%. Notably, 27.4% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Manlius, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,289 Census-designated places in New York. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Manlius, New York?

Manlius, New York has a population of 4,644 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Manlius, NY?

The median household income in Manlius is $69,942, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Manlius, NY?

The poverty rate in Manlius is 8.4%. This means approximately 384 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Manlius, New York?

Manlius's population is 83.6% White, 3.8% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Manlius, NY?

The median home value in Manlius is $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

How educated is Manlius, New York?

54.4% of adults (25+) in Manlius hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 27.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.