Cortland, NY

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Cortland Overview

17,574
TOTAL POPULATION
8,408
MALE POPULATION
9,166
FEMALE POPULATION
91.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
109.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
27.1
MEDIAN AGE
2.7
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,198
PER CAPITA INCOME
$74,406
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$55,042
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
33.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$10,446
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,303
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
60.4%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Cortland Zip Codes

Cortland Area Codes

Race in Cortland

The most populous races in Cortland are White / Caucasian (15,647 | 89.0%), Hispanic or Latino (785 | 4.5%), and Two or more Races (706 | 4.0%).
Race in Cortland
Race# Population% Population
Asian2881.6%
Black / African American7004.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino7854.5%
Native / Alaskan140.1%
White / Caucasian15,64789.0%
Two or more Races7064.0%
Some other Race2191.3%
Total17,574100.0%

Ancestry in Cortland

The most populous ancestries reported in Cortland are Irish (3,015 | 17.2%), English (2,579 | 14.7%), German (2,216 | 12.6%), Italian (1,583 | 9.0%), and American (1,178 | 6.7%), together accounting for 60.2% of all Cortland residents.
Ancestry in Cortland
Ancestry# Population% Population
African160.1%
American1,1786.7%
Arab1040.6%
Austrian130.1%
Barbadian290.2%
Bhutanese810.5%
Blackfeet20.0%
Brazilian260.2%
British1440.8%
Canadian40.0%
Central American350.2%
Central American Indian140.1%
Cherokee1000.6%
Colombian380.2%
Croatian80.1%
Cuban140.1%
Czech1070.6%
Czechoslovakian70.0%
Dominican580.3%
Dutch2271.3%
Eastern European710.4%
Ecuadorian40.0%
English2,57914.7%
Ethiopian200.1%
European2511.4%
Finnish110.1%
French4452.5%
French Canadian1040.6%
German2,21612.6%
Ghanaian80.1%
Greek720.4%
Guatemalan140.1%
Haitian20.0%
Hungarian280.2%
Indian (Asian)1490.9%
Iranian100.1%
Irish3,01517.2%
Iroquois30.0%
Italian1,5839.0%
Jamaican80.1%
Jordanian50.0%
Korean430.2%
Lebanese70.0%
Lithuanian600.3%
Luxembourger70.0%
Malaysian150.1%
Mexican1450.8%
Nigerian300.2%
Northern European60.0%
Norwegian520.3%
Pennsylvania German590.3%
Polish4952.8%
Puerto Rican2231.3%
Romanian100.1%
Russian1981.1%
Salvadoran140.1%
Scandinavian210.1%
Scotch-Irish1050.6%
Scottish2361.3%
Slovak100.1%
Slovene400.2%
South American420.2%
Spaniard1801.0%
Spanish110.1%
Sri Lankan60.0%
Subsaharan African660.4%
Swedish2221.3%
Swiss390.2%
Syrian920.5%
Thai190.1%
Turkish150.1%
Ukrainian540.3%
Welsh2771.6%
West Indian560.3%
Yugoslavian180.1%
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Immigrants in Cortland

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Cortland came from Europe (201 | 1.1%), Eastern Europe (179 | 1.0%), Latin America (136 | 0.8%), Asia (116 | 0.7%), and Bosnia and Herzegovina (84 | 0.5%), together accounting for 4.1% of all Cortland residents.
Immigrants in Cortland
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa460.3%
Asia1160.7%
Australia60.0%
Barbados290.2%
Bosnia and Herzegovina840.5%
Brazil240.1%
Canada70.0%
Caribbean540.3%
Central America420.2%
China180.1%
Czechoslovakia490.3%
Dominican Republic50.0%
Eastern Africa200.1%
Eastern Asia310.2%
Eastern Europe1791.0%
Ecuador90.1%
England80.1%
Ethiopia200.1%
Europe2011.1%
France50.0%
Germany90.1%
Ghana70.0%
Haiti150.1%
India70.0%
Jamaica50.0%
Japan130.1%
Jordan50.0%
Laos150.1%
Latin America1360.8%
Mexico420.2%
Nigeria190.1%
Northern Europe80.1%
Oceania60.0%
Peru70.0%
Philippines340.2%
Russia310.2%
South America400.2%
South Central Asia70.0%
South Eastern Asia640.4%
Taiwan80.1%
Thailand150.1%
Turkey90.1%
Ukraine150.1%
Western Africa260.2%
Western Asia140.1%
Western Europe140.1%
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Sex and Age in Cortland

Sex and Age in Cortland

The most populous age groups in Cortland are 20 to 24 Years (1,726 | 20.5%) for men and 20 to 24 Years (1,907 | 20.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Cortland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years308 (3.7%)292 (3.2%)
5 to 9 Years559 (6.7%)322 (3.5%)
10 to 14 Years196 (2.3%)424 (4.6%)
15 to 19 Years968 (11.5%)1,410 (15.4%)
20 to 24 Years1,726 (20.5%)1,907 (20.8%)
25 to 29 Years643 (7.6%)749 (8.2%)
30 to 34 Years470 (5.6%)470 (5.1%)
35 to 39 Years509 (6.0%)224 (2.4%)
40 to 44 Years372 (4.4%)413 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years362 (4.3%)443 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years391 (4.6%)315 (3.4%)
55 to 59 Years537 (6.4%)389 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years401 (4.8%)504 (5.5%)
65 to 69 Years358 (4.3%)383 (4.2%)
70 to 74 Years268 (3.2%)362 (4.0%)
75 to 79 Years124 (1.5%)206 (2.2%)
80 to 84 Years111 (1.3%)158 (1.7%)
85 Years and over105 (1.3%)195 (2.1%)
Total8,408 (100.0%)9,166 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Cortland

Median Family Size in Cortland

The median family size in Cortland is 2.71 persons per family, with married-couple families (2,000 | 62.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.85 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (393 | 12.2%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.22 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Cortland
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,000 (62.0%)2.85
Single Male/Father393 (12.2%)2.22
Single Female/Mother835 (25.9%)2.60
Total Families3,228 (100.0%)2.71

Median Household Size in Cortland

The median household size in Cortland is 2.11 persons per household, with single female/mother households (835 | 12.0%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.09 persons per household. non-family households (3,706 | 53.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.39 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Cortland
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,000 (28.8%)2.88
Single Male/Father393 (5.7%)2.81
Single Female/Mother835 (12.0%)3.09
Non-family3,706 (53.4%)1.39
Total Households6,934 (100.0%)2.11

Household Size by Marriage Status in Cortland

Out of a total of 6,934 households in Cortland, 3,228 (46.6%) are family households, while 3,706 (53.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 1,386, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 2,591.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Cortland
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-2,591 (37.4%)
2-Person Households1,386 (20.0%)635 (9.2%)
3-Person Households835 (12.0%)278 (4.0%)
4-Person Households639 (9.2%)89 (1.3%)
5-Person Households235 (3.4%)49 (0.7%)
6-Person Households49 (0.7%)19 (0.3%)
7+ Person Households84 (1.2%)45 (0.6%)
Total3,228 (46.6%)3,706 (53.4%)

Female Fertility in Cortland

Fertility by Age in Cortland

Average fertility rate in Cortland is 26.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 36.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 73.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Cortland
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years107 (73.3%)34.0
35 to 50 years39 (26.7%)36.0
Total146 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cortland

61.6% of women with births (146) in Cortland are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 20 to 34 years age bracket with 52.3% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Cortland
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years51 (47.7%)56 (52.3%)
35 to 50 years39 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total90 (61.6%)56 (38.4%)

Fertility by Education in Cortland

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Cortland
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma73 (50.0%)60.0
College or Associate's Degree29 (19.9%)10.0
Bachelor's Degree12 (8.2%)17.0
Graduate Degree32 (21.9%)107.0
Total146 (100.0%)26.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cortland

38.4% of women with births in Cortland are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 65.7% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Cortland
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma25 (34.3%)48 (65.7%)
College or Associate's Degree21 (72.4%)8 (27.6%)
Bachelor's Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total90 (61.6%)56 (38.4%)

Income in Cortland

Income Overview in Cortland

Per Capita Income in Cortland is $26,198, while median incomes of families and households are $74,406 and $55,042 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income17,574$26,198
Median Family Income3,228$74,406
Mean Family Income3,228$85,863
Median Household Income6,934$55,042
Mean Household Income6,934$66,039
Income Deficit3,228$10,446
Wage / Income Gap (%)17,57433.00%
Wage / Income Gap ($)17,57467.00¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index17,5740.43

Earnings by Sex in Cortland

Average Earnings in Cortland are $25,735, $31,626 for men and $21,188 for women, a difference of 33.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Cortland
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male4,969 (47.8%)$31,626
Female5,415 (52.1%)$21,188
Total10,384 (100.0%)$25,735

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cortland

The most common earnings brackets in Cortland are $2,499 or less for men (542 | 10.9%) and $2,500 to $4,999 for women (588 | 10.9%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Cortland
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less542 (10.9%)504 (9.3%)
$2,500 to $4,999200 (4.0%)588 (10.9%)
$5,000 to $7,499191 (3.8%)483 (8.9%)
$7,500 to $9,999113 (2.3%)324 (6.0%)
$10,000 to $12,499315 (6.3%)256 (4.7%)
$12,500 to $14,999160 (3.2%)190 (3.5%)
$15,000 to $17,499211 (4.3%)67 (1.2%)
$17,500 to $19,999124 (2.5%)228 (4.2%)
$20,000 to $22,499121 (2.4%)142 (2.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999108 (2.2%)233 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,999274 (5.5%)282 (5.2%)
$30,000 to $34,999379 (7.6%)370 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $39,999324 (6.5%)294 (5.4%)
$40,000 to $44,999222 (4.5%)265 (4.9%)
$45,000 to $49,999171 (3.4%)206 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $54,999177 (3.6%)77 (1.4%)
$55,000 to $64,999478 (9.6%)349 (6.5%)
$65,000 to $74,999123 (2.5%)122 (2.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999442 (8.9%)281 (5.2%)
$100,000+294 (5.9%)154 (2.8%)
Total4,969 (100.0%)5,415 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cortland

Average earnings in Cortland are $40,864 for men and $35,598 for women, a difference of 12.9%. Men with an educational attainment of less than high school enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $63,135, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $26,605. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $59,637, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $19,315.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Cortland
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$63,135$19,315
High School Diploma$26,605$30,667
College or Associate's Degree$43,255$32,108
Bachelor's Degree$45,313$46,563
Graduate Degree$56,625$59,637
Total$40,864$35,598

Family Income in Cortland

Family Income Brackets in Cortland

According to the Cortland family income data, there are 671 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 20.8% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 58 families (1.8%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Cortland
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001454.5%
$10,000 to $14,999581.8%
$15,000 to $24,9991294.0%
$25,000 to $34,9992788.6%
$35,000 to $49,99947114.6%
$50,000 to $74,99955517.2%
$75,000 to $99,99948415.0%
$100,000 to $149,99967120.8%
$150,000 to $199,9992788.6%
$200,000+1615.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cortland

3-person families (687 | 21.3%) account for the highest median family income in Cortland with $106,103 per family, while 3-person families (687 | 21.3%) have the highest median income of $35,368 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Cortland
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,687 (52.3%)$62,313
3-Person Families687 (21.3%)$106,103
4-Person Families599 (18.6%)$81,133
5-Person Families146 (4.5%)$0
6-Person Families84 (2.6%)$0
7+ Person Families25 (0.8%)$0
Total3,228 (100.0%)$74,406

Family Income by Number of Earners in Cortland

The median family income in Cortland is $74,406, with families comprising 3+ earners (463) having the highest median family income of $122,244, while families with no earners (384) have the lowest median family income of $35,417, accounting for 14.3% and 11.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Cortland
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners384 (11.9%)$35,417
1 Earner1,213 (37.6%)$46,996
2 Earners1,168 (36.2%)$93,125
3+ Earners463 (14.3%)$122,244
Total3,228 (100.0%)$74,406

Household Income in Cortland

Household Income Brackets in Cortland

With 1,290 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Cortland, accounting for 18.6% of all households. In contrast, only 201 households (2.9%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Cortland
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0003685.3%
$10,000 to $14,9995968.6%
$15,000 to $24,99973510.6%
$25,000 to $34,9996459.3%
$35,000 to $49,99993613.5%
$50,000 to $74,9991,29018.6%
$75,000 to $99,99995013.7%
$100,000 to $149,99988112.7%
$150,000 to $199,9993334.8%
$200,000+2012.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Cortland

The median household income in Cortland is $55,042, with the highest median household income of $66,500 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 2,188 households (31.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,645, with 1,489 households (21.5%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Cortland
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years1,165 (16.8%)$48,004
25 to 44 Years2,092 (30.2%)$59,306
45 to 64 Years2,188 (31.6%)$66,500
65+ Years1,489 (21.5%)$46,645
Total6,934 (100.0%)$55,042

Poverty in Cortland

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cortland

With 20.6% poverty level for males and 23.8% for females among the residents of Cortland, 18 to 24 year old males and 15 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 698 males (45.9%) and 29 females (82.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Cortland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years50 (16.2%)57 (20.4%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)29 (61.7%)
6 to 11 Years95 (18.0%)51 (14.1%)
12 to 14 Years17 (11.6%)86 (37.4%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)29 (82.9%)
16 and 17 Years24 (17.8%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years698 (45.9%)694 (41.6%)
25 to 34 Years125 (11.7%)251 (20.8%)
35 to 44 Years80 (9.2%)110 (17.6%)
45 to 54 Years179 (24.1%)142 (18.7%)
55 to 64 Years151 (16.7%)92 (10.7%)
65 to 74 Years48 (8.3%)147 (20.5%)
75 Years and over2 (0.8%)77 (15.6%)
Total1,469 (20.6%)1,765 (23.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cortland

According to the poverty statistics in Cortland, males aged 5 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Cortland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years258 (83.8%)223 (79.6%)
5 Years60 (100.0%)18 (38.3%)
6 to 11 Years434 (82.0%)312 (86.0%)
12 to 14 Years129 (88.4%)144 (62.6%)
15 Years35 (100.0%)6 (17.1%)
16 and 17 Years111 (82.2%)136 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years824 (54.1%)973 (58.4%)
25 to 34 Years942 (88.3%)956 (79.2%)
35 to 44 Years793 (90.8%)516 (82.4%)
45 to 54 Years564 (75.9%)616 (81.3%)
55 to 64 Years755 (83.3%)765 (89.3%)
65 to 74 Years528 (91.7%)570 (79.5%)
75 Years and over241 (99.2%)418 (84.4%)
Total5,674 (79.4%)5,653 (76.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cortland

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Cortland show that 2.2% or 44 of the total 2,000 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 2.6%, comprising of 28 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Cortland
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,067 (97.4%)28 (2.6%)
1 or 2 Children862 (98.2%)16 (1.8%)
3 or 4 Children27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,956 (97.8%)44 (2.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cortland

According to the poverty data in Cortland, 11.2% or 44 single-father households and 32.1% or 268 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 15 households (35.7%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Cortland
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)19 (6.6%)
1 or 2 Children29 (11.3%)171 (39.5%)
3 or 4 Children15 (35.7%)54 (58.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Total44 (11.2%)268 (32.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cortland

The poverty data for Cortland shows that 44 of the married-couple family households (2.2%) and 312 of the single-parent households (25.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 28 households (2.6%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 24 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Cortland
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children28 (2.6%)19 (5.0%)
1 or 2 Children16 (1.8%)200 (29.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)69 (51.5%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Total44 (2.2%)312 (25.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Cortland

Employment by Class of Employer in Cortland

Among the 8,529 employed individuals in Cortland, private company employees (5,722 | 67.1%), not-for-profit organizations (1,135 | 13.3%), and local government employees (768 | 9.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Cortland
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5,72267.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1822.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1481.7%
Not-for-profit Organizations1,13513.3%
Local Government Employees7689.0%
State Government Employees5366.3%
Federal Government Employees380.4%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total8,529100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Cortland

According to the labor force statistics for Cortland, out of the total population over 16 years of age (15,403), 60.4% or 9,303 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.5% or 605 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 87.5% or 1,218 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 15.8% or 401 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Cortland
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years660 (28.6%)73 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Years2,539 (69.9%)401 (15.8%)
25 to 29 Years1,218 (87.5%)52 (4.3%)
30 to 34 Years710 (75.5%)13 (1.8%)
35 to 44 Years1,299 (85.6%)6 (0.5%)
45 to 54 Years1,250 (82.7%)30 (2.4%)
55 to 59 Years667 (72.0%)28 (4.2%)
60 to 64 Years433 (47.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years439 (32.0%)6 (1.4%)
75 Years and over94 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,303 (60.4%)605 (6.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cortland

According to labor force statistics for Cortland, 77.5% of individuals (5,574) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (7,192) are in the labor force, with 2.3% or 128 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 89.8% or 1,663 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.6% or 79 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Cortland
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School317 (43.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma1,398 (72.0%)58 (3.0%)
College / Associate Degree2,198 (82.6%)96 (3.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,663 (89.8%)9 (0.5%)
Total5,574 (77.5%)165 (2.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Cortland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cortland are Community & Social Service (1,148 | 13.2%), Education Instruction & Library (790 | 9.1%), Management (674 | 7.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (393 | 4.5%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (378 | 4.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Cortland

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Cortland, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (76.9%), Management (64.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (61.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.9%), and Health Technologists (74.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Cortland
OccupationMaleFemale
Management433 (64.2%)241 (35.8%)
Business & Financial94 (41.2%)134 (58.8%)
Computers, Engineering & Science234 (61.9%)144 (38.1%)
Computers & Mathematics123 (76.9%)37 (23.1%)
Architecture & Engineering103 (55.1%)84 (44.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science8 (25.8%)23 (74.2%)
Community & Social Service 334 (29.1%)814 (70.9%)
Education, Arts & Media51 (34.2%)98 (65.8%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)72 (100.0%)
Education Instruction & Library216 (27.3%)574 (72.7%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment67 (48.9%)70 (51.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating75 (19.1%)318 (80.9%)
Health Technologists52 (25.7%)150 (74.3%)
Total (Category)1,170 (41.5%)1,651 (58.5%)
Total (Overall)4,169 (47.9%)4,530 (52.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Cortland are Food Preparation & Serving (1,324 | 15.2%), Healthcare Support (331 | 3.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (307 | 3.5%), Personal Care & Service (292 | 3.4%), and Security & Protection (264 | 3.0%).
Services Occupations in Cortland

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Cortland, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (81.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (66.4%), and Security & Protection (59.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (92.7%), Personal Care & Service (69.2%), and Food Preparation & Serving (64.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Cortland
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support24 (7.2%)307 (92.7%)
Security & Protection157 (59.5%)107 (40.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention110 (53.4%)96 (46.6%)
Law Enforcement47 (81.0%)11 (19.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving474 (35.8%)850 (64.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance204 (66.4%)103 (33.6%)
Personal Care & Service90 (30.8%)202 (69.2%)
Total (Category)949 (37.7%)1,569 (62.3%)
Total (Overall)4,169 (47.9%)4,530 (52.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Cortland are Sales & Related (910 | 10.5%), and Office & Administration (790 | 9.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Cortland

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Cortland
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related315 (34.6%)595 (65.4%)
Office & Administration344 (43.5%)446 (56.5%)
Total (Category)659 (38.8%)1,041 (61.2%)
Total (Overall)4,169 (47.9%)4,530 (52.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Cortland are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (287 | 3.3%), Construction & Extraction (236 | 2.7%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (18 | 0.2%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Cortland

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Cortland
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry5 (27.8%)13 (72.2%)
Construction & Extraction208 (88.1%)28 (11.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair280 (97.6%)7 (2.4%)
Total (Category)493 (91.1%)48 (8.9%)
Total (Overall)4,169 (47.9%)4,530 (52.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Cortland are Production (437 | 5.0%), Material Moving (355 | 4.1%), and Transportation (327 | 3.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Cortland

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Cortland
OccupationMaleFemale
Production315 (72.1%)122 (27.9%)
Transportation298 (91.1%)29 (8.9%)
Material Moving285 (80.3%)70 (19.7%)
Total (Category)898 (80.2%)221 (19.8%)
Total (Overall)4,169 (47.9%)4,530 (52.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Cortland

Employment Industries in Cortland

The major employment industries in Cortland include Educational Services (1,473 | 16.9%), Accommodation & Food Services (1,435 | 16.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (1,136 | 13.1%), Retail Trade (1,099 | 12.6%), and Manufacturing (804 | 9.2%).
Employment Industries in Cortland

Employment Industries by Sex in Cortland

The Cortland industries that see more men than women are Construction (94.2%), Wholesale Trade (84.5%), and Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (81.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (87.4%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (82.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Cortland
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting26 (81.2%)6 (18.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction290 (94.2%)18 (5.8%)
Manufacturing603 (75.0%)201 (25.0%)
Wholesale Trade82 (84.5%)15 (15.5%)
Retail Trade619 (56.3%)480 (43.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing213 (73.0%)79 (27.1%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Information72 (56.2%)56 (43.8%)
Finance & Insurance31 (12.7%)214 (87.4%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing65 (65.7%)34 (34.3%)
Professional & Scientific165 (33.8%)323 (66.2%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support66 (66.0%)34 (34.0%)
Educational Services634 (43.0%)839 (57.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance242 (21.3%)894 (78.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation25 (17.7%)116 (82.3%)
Accommodation & Food Services552 (38.5%)883 (61.5%)
Public Administration227 (61.4%)143 (38.7%)
Total4,169 (47.9%)4,530 (52.1%)

Education in Cortland

School Enrollment in Cortland

The most common levels of schooling among the 6,103 students in Cortland are college / undergraduate (4,111 | 67.4%), elementary school (695 | 11.4%), and high school (491 | 8.1%).
School Enrollment in Cortland
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool681.1%
Kindergarten1572.6%
Elementary School69511.4%
Middle School3515.8%
High School4918.1%
College / Undergraduate4,11167.4%
Graduate / Professional2303.8%
Total6,103100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cortland

Out of a total of 6,103 students who are enrolled in schools in Cortland, 952 (15.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 5,151 (84.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 73 (23.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 64 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Cortland
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old754 (90.3%)81 (9.7%)
10 to 14 Year Olds396 (88.6%)51 (11.4%)
15 to 17 Year Olds294 (81.0%)69 (19.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds1,688 (85.4%)289 (14.6%)
20 to 24 Year Olds1,673 (81.4%)383 (18.6%)
25 to 34 Year Olds239 (76.6%)73 (23.4%)
35 Years and over40 (81.6%)9 (18.4%)
Total5,151 (84.4%)952 (15.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cortland

Education (658 | 23.7%), social sciences (257 | 9.2%), psychology (229 | 8.2%), science & technology (195 | 7.0%), and communications (194 | 7.0%) are the most common fields of study among 2,778 individuals in Cortland who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Cortland
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1545.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural1445.2%
Physical & Health Sciences612.2%
Psychology2298.2%
Social Sciences2579.2%
Engineering1013.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies381.4%
Science & Technology1957.0%
Business1776.4%
Education65823.7%
Literature & Languages1354.9%
Liberal Arts & History1886.8%
Visual & Performing Arts1204.3%
Communications1947.0%
Arts & Humanities1274.6%
Total2,778100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Cortland

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cortland

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Cortland are males with 2 vehicles (1,462, accounting for 37.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,675, making up 37.1%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Cortland
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle207 (5.4%)291 (7.4%)
1 Vehicle1,227 (31.8%)1,092 (27.7%)
2 Vehicles1,462 (37.9%)1,675 (42.5%)
3 Vehicles486 (12.6%)347 (8.8%)
4 Vehicles300 (7.8%)437 (11.1%)
5 or more Vehicles179 (4.6%)100 (2.5%)
Total3,861 (100.0%)3,942 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Cortland

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Cortland are 5 to 9 minutes (2,494 commuters, 30.9%), 10 to 14 minutes (1,891 commuters, 23.4%), and 15 to 19 minutes (671 commuters, 8.3%).
Commute Time in Cortland
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5606.9%
5 to 9 Minutes2,49430.9%
10 to 14 Minutes1,89123.4%
15 to 19 Minutes6718.3%
20 to 24 Minutes4075.0%
25 to 29 Minutes1131.4%
30 to 34 Minutes6688.3%
35 to 39 Minutes2843.5%
40 to 44 Minutes2733.4%
45 to 59 Minutes6367.9%
60 to 89 Minutes480.6%
90 or more Minutes340.4%

Commute Time by Sex in Cortland

The most common commute times in Cortland are 5 to 9 minutes (1,035 commuters, 26.4%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (1,459 commuters, 35.1%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Cortland
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes253 (6.5%)307 (7.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes1,035 (26.4%)1,459 (35.1%)
10 to 14 Minutes775 (19.8%)1,116 (26.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes435 (11.1%)236 (5.7%)
20 to 24 Minutes235 (6.0%)172 (4.1%)
25 to 29 Minutes113 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Minutes361 (9.2%)307 (7.4%)
35 to 39 Minutes201 (5.1%)83 (2.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes129 (3.3%)144 (3.5%)
45 to 59 Minutes349 (8.9%)287 (6.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes13 (0.3%)35 (0.8%)
90 or more Minutes21 (0.5%)13 (0.3%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cortland

The most frequent times of departure to work in Cortland are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (631, 16.1%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (826, 19.9%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Cortland
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM211 (5.4%)59 (1.4%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM65 (1.7%)9 (0.2%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM285 (7.3%)126 (3.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM273 (7.0%)274 (6.6%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM277 (7.1%)170 (4.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM418 (10.7%)577 (13.9%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM451 (11.5%)826 (19.9%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM631 (16.1%)277 (6.7%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM136 (3.5%)318 (7.6%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM210 (5.4%)288 (6.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM133 (3.4%)202 (4.9%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM85 (2.2%)62 (1.5%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM554 (14.1%)660 (15.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM191 (4.9%)311 (7.5%)
Total3,920 (100.0%)4,159 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Cortland

Occupancy by Ownership in Cortland

Of the total 6,934 dwellings in Cortland, owner-occupied units account for 3,078 (44.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 3,856 (55.6%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Cortland
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units3,07844.4%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units3,85655.6%
Total Occupied Housing Units6,934100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Cortland

Occupancy by Household Size in Cortland
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2,59137.4%
2-Person Household2,02129.1%
3-Person Household1,11316.1%
4+ Person Household1,20917.4%
Total Housing Units6,934100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cortland

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Cortland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household925 (35.7%)1,666 (64.3%)
2-Person Household1,071 (53.0%)950 (47.0%)
3-Person Household612 (55.0%)501 (45.0%)
4+ Person Household470 (38.9%)739 (61.1%)
Total Housing Units3,078 (44.4%)3,856 (55.6%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cortland

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Cortland
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School192 (31.0%)427 (69.0%)
High School Diploma558 (31.8%)1,198 (68.2%)
College/Associate Degree1,099 (40.4%)1,619 (59.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,229 (66.8%)612 (33.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cortland

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Cortland
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years2,31833.4%
35 to 44 Years93913.5%
45 to 54 Years93013.4%
55 to 64 Years1,25818.1%
65 to 74 Years91213.2%
75 to 84 Years4246.1%
85 Years and Over1532.2%
Total6,934100.0%

Housing Finances in Cortland

Median Income by Occupancy in Cortland

Median Income by Occupancy in Cortland
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied3,078 (44.4%)$84,274
Renter-Occupied3,856 (55.6%)$35,935
Average6,934 (100.0%)$55,042

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cortland

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Cortland
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00029 (0.9%)243 (6.3%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)94 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $14,999112 (3.6%)481 (12.5%)
$15,000 to $19,99983 (2.7%)386 (10.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99979 (2.6%)190 (4.9%)
$25,000 to $34,999165 (5.4%)479 (12.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999277 (9.0%)662 (17.2%)
$50,000 to $74,999589 (19.1%)700 (18.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999590 (19.2%)360 (9.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999678 (22.0%)204 (5.3%)
$150,000 or more476 (15.5%)57 (1.5%)
Total3,078 (100.0%)3,856 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cortland

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Cortland
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30069 (2.2%)122 (3.2%)
$300 to $499316 (10.3%)238 (6.2%)
$500 to $799717 (23.3%)1,179 (30.6%)
$800 to $999404 (13.1%)1,026 (26.6%)
$1,000 to $1,499934 (30.3%)800 (20.7%)
$1,500 to $1,999393 (12.8%)164 (4.3%)
$2,000 to $2,499122 (4.0%)79 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $2,99985 (2.8%)46 (1.2%)
$3,000 or more38 (1.2%)158 (4.1%)
Total3,078 (100.0%)3,856 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Cortland

Housing Structures in Cortland

Housing Structures in Cortland
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached3,32748.0%
Single Unit, Attached2133.1%
2 Unit Apartments97614.1%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments97014.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments69910.1%
10 or more Apartments69710.1%
Mobile Home / Other520.7%
Total6,934100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cortland

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Cortland
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,793 (84.0%)534 (16.1%)
Single Unit, Attached62 (29.1%)151 (70.9%)
2 Unit Apartments131 (13.4%)845 (86.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments33 (3.4%)937 (96.6%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)699 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments7 (1.0%)690 (99.0%)
Mobile Home / Other52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,078 (44.4%)3,856 (55.6%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cortland

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Cortland
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)247 (6.4%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)1,154 (29.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms500 (16.2%)1,512 (39.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,419 (46.1%)657 (17.0%)
8 or more Rooms1,159 (37.7%)286 (7.4%)
Total3,078 (100.0%)3,856 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cortland

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Cortland
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas2,741 (89.0%)2,393 (62.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas25 (0.8%)137 (3.5%)
Electricity203 (6.6%)1,093 (28.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene62 (2.0%)166 (4.3%)
Coal or Coke7 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels40 (1.3%)46 (1.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)21 (0.5%)
Total3,078 (100.0%)3,856 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Cortland

Household Vehicle Usage in Cortland
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle127 (4.1%)948 (24.6%)
1 Vehicle1,053 (34.2%)1,699 (44.1%)
2 Vehicles1,403 (45.6%)770 (20.0%)
3 or more Vehicles495 (16.1%)439 (11.4%)
Total3,078 (100.0%)3,856 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Cortland

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Cortland

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,2231,855
Median Property Value$122,000$135,400
Median Household Income$75,302$323
Monthly Housing Costs$585$38
Real Estate Taxes$3,699$48

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cortland

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Cortland
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0008 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999249 (20.4%)487 (26.3%)
$100,000 to $299,999937 (76.6%)1,290 (69.5%)
$300,000 to $499,99917 (1.4%)58 (3.1%)
$500,000 to $749,99912 (1.0%)11 (0.6%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)9 (0.5%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,223 (100.0%)1,855 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cortland

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Cortland
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00017 (1.4%)31 (1.7%)
$10,000 to $24,999119 (9.7%)12 (0.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99995 (7.8%)155 (8.4%)
$35,000 to $49,999108 (8.8%)70 (3.8%)
$50,000 to $74,999269 (22.0%)169 (9.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999224 (18.3%)320 (17.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999238 (19.5%)366 (19.7%)
$150,000 or more153 (12.5%)440 (23.7%)
Total1,223 (100.0%)1,855 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cortland

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Cortland
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x712 (58.2%)89,673 (4,834.1%)
2.0x to 2.9x183 (15.0%)1,124 (60.6%)
3.0x to 3.9x125 (10.2%)460 (24.8%)
4.0x or more195 (15.9%)73 (3.9%)
Total1,223 (100.0%)1,855 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cortland

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Cortland
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80040 (3.3%)12 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,499108 (8.8%)11 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,4991,028 (84.1%)97 (5.2%)
Total1,223 (100.0%)1,855 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Cortland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cortland

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cortland
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years707 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years2,649 (99.5%)14 (0.5%)
19 to 25 Years4,640 (93.7%)312 (6.3%)
26 to 34 Years1,877 (90.9%)188 (9.1%)
35 to 44 Years1,448 (96.6%)51 (3.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,430 (95.3%)71 (4.7%)
55 to 64 Years1,714 (97.2%)49 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,292 (99.9%)1 (0.1%)
75 Years and older738 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total16,495 (96.0%)686 (4.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cortland

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Cortland
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born707 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen2,649 (99.5%)14 (0.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen4,640 (93.7%)312 (6.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cortland

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Cortland
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0002,268 (98.1%)43 (1.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9992,957 (95.9%)128 (4.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9992,517 (92.8%)195 (7.2%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,028 (96.5%)74 (3.5%)
$100,000 and over4,209 (95.7%)190 (4.3%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cortland

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Cortland
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6373 (52.8%)393 (55.6%)
6 to 18 Years996 (37.4%)1,729 (64.9%)
19 to 25 Years952 (19.2%)3,841 (77.6%)
25 to 34 Years751 (36.4%)1,244 (60.2%)
35 to 44 Years495 (33.0%)1,069 (71.3%)
45 to 54 Years437 (29.1%)1,008 (67.2%)
55 to 64 Years618 (35.0%)1,293 (73.3%)
65 to 74 Years1,236 (95.6%)784 (60.6%)
75 Years and over738 (100.0%)499 (67.6%)
Total6,596 (38.4%)11,860 (69.0%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cortland

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Cortland
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (3.8%)
5 to 17 Years97 (10.5%)211 (22.5%)
18 to 34 Years204 (5.7%)364 (8.4%)
35 to 64 Years523 (20.7%)443 (19.8%)
65 to 74 Years192 (33.3%)125 (17.4%)
75 Years and over108 (44.4%)212 (42.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Cortland

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Cortland: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years31 (0.9%)80 (1.8%)
35 to 64 Years99 (3.9%)76 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years48 (8.3%)15 (2.1%)
75 Years and over68 (28.0%)115 (23.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Cortland: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)11 (3.8%)
5 to 17 Years11 (1.2%)8 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years34 (0.9%)98 (2.3%)
35 to 64 Years71 (2.8%)59 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years36 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (6.2%)35 (7.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Cortland: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years69 (7.5%)203 (21.6%)
18 to 34 Years128 (3.6%)313 (7.2%)
35 to 64 Years284 (11.3%)156 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (3.1%)26 (3.6%)
75 Years and over50 (20.6%)17 (3.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Cortland: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)12 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years42 (1.2%)114 (2.6%)
35 to 64 Years227 (9.0%)199 (8.9%)
65 to 74 Years139 (24.1%)110 (15.3%)
75 Years and over87 (35.8%)158 (31.9%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Cortland: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years52 (5.6%)12 (1.3%)
18 to 34 Years10 (0.3%)16 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years121 (4.8%)90 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years49 (8.5%)36 (5.0%)
75 Years and over45 (18.5%)42 (8.5%)

Technology Access in Cortland

Computing Device Access in Cortland

Computing Device Access in Cortland
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,58580.5%
Smartphone5,99186.4%
Tablet4,24761.3%
No Computing Device4857.0%
Total6,934100.0%

Internet Access in Cortland

Internet Access in Cortland
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home4,90970.8%
Cellular Data Only6219.0%
Satellite Internet1652.4%
No Internet1,34819.4%
Total6,934100.0%

Cortland Summary

Cortland, New York is a city located in Cortland County in the state of New York. It is situated in the Finger Lakes region of the state, and is the county seat of Cortland County. The city has a population of 19,204 as of the 2010 census, and is the largest city in the county.

Geography

Cortland is located in the Finger Lakes region of New York, in the south-central part of the state. It is situated in the valley of the Tioughnioga River, which flows through the city. The city is located at the intersection of Interstate 81 and New York State Route 13. The city is surrounded by the towns of Homer, Virgil, and Cortlandville. The city is located approximately 30 miles south of Syracuse, and is about a two-hour drive from both Buffalo and Albany.
The city has a total area of 5.2 square miles, of which 5.1 square miles is land and 0.1 square miles is water. The terrain of the city is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the surrounding area.

History

Cortland was first settled in 1791 by settlers from Connecticut. The city was originally known as the Village of Cortlandville, and was incorporated in 1853. The city was named after Pierre Van Cortlandt, the first lieutenant governor of New York.
The city grew rapidly in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, due to its location on the New York Central Railroad. The city was a major center for the production of furniture, and was home to several large furniture factories. The city also became a major center for the production of paper products, and was home to several paper mills.
The city was also home to several large manufacturing companies, including the Cortland Manufacturing Company, which produced a variety of products, including bicycles, automobiles, and farm equipment. The city was also home to several large shoe factories, which produced shoes for the military during World War II.

Economy

Cortland has a diverse economy, with a variety of industries represented. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Cortland Manufacturing Company, which produces a variety of products, including bicycles, automobiles, and farm equipment. The city is also home to several paper mills, which produce paper products for a variety of industries.
The city is also home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Lowe's. The city is also home to several restaurants, bars, and other businesses.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 19,204. The racial makeup of the city was 92.3% White, 3.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 1.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 1.7% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
The median income for a household in the city was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Conclusion

Cortland, New York is a city located in Cortland County in the state of New York. It is situated in the Finger Lakes region of the state, and is the county seat of Cortland County. The city has a population of 19,204 as of the 2010 census, and is the largest city in the county. The city has a diverse economy, with a variety of industries represented. The city is home to several large manufacturing companies, including Cortland Manufacturing Company, which produces a variety of products, including bicycles, automobiles, and farm equipment. The city is also home to several paper mills, which produce paper products for a variety of industries. The city is also home to several large retail stores, including Walmart, Target, and Lowe's. The city is also home to several restaurants, bars, and other businesses. The median income for a household in the city was $37,945, and the median income for a family was $45,945. The per capita income for the city was $20,845. About 11.3% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Cortland?
Total Population of Cortland is 17,574.
What is the Total Male Population of Cortland?
Total Male Population of Cortland is 8,408.
What is the Total Female Population of Cortland?
Total Female Population of Cortland is 9,166.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Cortland?
There are 91.73 Males per 100 Females in Cortland.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Cortland?
There are 109.02 Females per 100 Males in Cortland.
What is the Median Population Age in Cortland?
Median Population Age in Cortland is 27.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Cortland
Average Family Size in Cortland is 2.7 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Cortland
Average Household Size in Cortland is 2.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Cortland?
Per Capita income in Cortland is $26,198.
What is the Median Family Income in Cortland?
Median Family Income in Cortland is $74,406.
What is the Median Household income in Cortland?
Median Household Income in Cortland is $55,042.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Cortland?
Income or Wage Gap in Cortland is 33.0%.
Women in Cortland earn 67.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Cortland?
Family Income Deficit in Cortland is $10,446.
Families that are below poverty line in Cortland earn $10,446 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Cortland?
Inequality or Gini Index in Cortland is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Cortland?
There are 9,303 People in the Labor Forcein in Cortland.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Cortland?
60.4% of People are in the Labor Force in Cortland.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Cortland?
Unemployment Rate in Cortland is 6.5%.