Northeast Ithaca, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Northeast Ithaca, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Northeast Ithaca, New York had a total population of 2,661, the 535th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $95,250, which is 11% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 3.1%.

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

Key Takeaways

An exceptionally low poverty rate of 3.1% — among the lowest in New York.
81.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
Unemployment rate of 9.8% is notably above the national average.

Northeast Ithaca Quick Facts

Population 2,661

Median Household Income $95,250

Median Home Value $402,000

Poverty Rate 3.1%

Unemployment Rate 9.8%

Median Age 38.9 years

Homeownership Rate 56.5%

Affordability Ratio 4.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 81.9%

High School Graduation Rate 98.8%

Diversity Index 46/100

Population 2,661 535th of 1,289

Median Income $95,250 average

Poverty Rate 3.1% 75% lower than national

Median Home Value $402,000 above average

How Northeast Ithaca Changed

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

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	2,575	2,661	+3.3%
Median household income	$91,667	$95,250	+3.9%
Median home value	$349,600	$402,000	+15.0%

How Northeast Ithaca Compares

Median Household Income

Northeast Ithaca

$95,250

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Northeast Ithaca

$402,000

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 3.8%

$25K-$50K 13.1%

$50K-$100K 35.6%

$100K+ 47.5%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

0.8%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

3.0%

$25K-$30K

0.9%

$30K-$35K

2.1%

$35K-$40K

3.1%

$40K-$45K

1.6%

$45K-$50K

5.4%

$50K-$60K

6.0%

$60K-$75K

10.1%

$75K-$100K

19.4%

$100K-$125K

9.0%

$125K-$150K

7.3%

$150K-$200K

9.8%

$200K+

21.3%

Employment

9.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

71.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.5%

Renter 43.5%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,738/mo 21.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.1%

18-34

26.5%

35-54

27.3%

55-74

17.9%

75+

9.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Northeast Ithaca Rankings in New York

#535 Population of 1,289

#501 Median Income of 1,219

#29 Education of 1,288

#420 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Tompkins County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Ithaca	32,814	$48,784	30.4%	$342,700
South Hill	6,951	$104,211	12.7%	$353,800
Cayuga Heights	4,000	$166,526	11.2%	$433,000
Lansing	3,876	$72,364	23.6%	$516,900
Northwest Ithaca	2,225	$56,753	17.8%	$312,900
East Ithaca	1,918	$116,410	7.3%	$332,700
Groton	1,834	$60,114	8.2%	$156,700
Dryden	1,671	$50,435	18.2%	$230,900
Trumansburg	1,665	$68,967	9.3%	$287,000
South Lansing	1,496	N/A	19.6%	$350,400

Cities Similar to Northeast Ithaca

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Horseheads North	2,676	$90,481	$210,600	39.3%	4.7%
Victor	2,687	$90,227	$291,000	47.6%	4.3%
Marist College	2,564	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Clarence	2,673	$88,269	$338,800	39.6%	9.2%
Cazenovia	2,753	$92,857	$295,200	65.3%	5.8%

Population Overview

Northeast Ithaca is a small community located in New York, within Tompkins County. The total population is 2,661. It ranks as the 535th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Northeast Ithaca is 38.9 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Northeast Ithaca is $95,250. This is 11% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 18% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 3.1%. This is 78% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 9.8%. This is 55% higher than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $402,000. Housing costs are 5% lower than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x. 56.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 4% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Northeast Ithaca is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.8% of the population. Asian residents account for 15.1%. The Black or African American population (3.2%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.5%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (15.1% vs 9.0%).

Education

81.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Northeast Ithaca in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 104% 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 98.8%. Notably, 51.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Northeast Ithaca, 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 Northeast Ithaca, New York?

Northeast Ithaca, New York has a population of 2,661 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Northeast Ithaca, NY?

The median household income in Northeast Ithaca is $95,250, which is 18% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Northeast Ithaca, NY?

The poverty rate in Northeast Ithaca is 3.1%. This means approximately 83 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Northeast Ithaca, New York?

Northeast Ithaca's population is 71.8% White, 3.2% Black, 5.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 15.1% Asian.

What is the median home value in Northeast Ithaca, NY?

The median home value in Northeast Ithaca is $402,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

How educated is Northeast Ithaca, New York?

81.9% of adults (25+) in Northeast Ithaca hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 51.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.