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Syracuse Overview

146,134
TOTAL POPULATION
70,588
MALE POPULATION
75,546
FEMALE POPULATION
93.44
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.02
FEMALES / 100 MALES
31.9
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.2
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$26,472
PER CAPITA INCOME
$54,860
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$43,584
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
15.0%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
85.0¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$13,078
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.50
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
67,578
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Syracuse Area Codes

Race in Syracuse

The most populous races in Syracuse are White / Caucasian (75,859 | 51.9%), Black / African American (42,408 | 29.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (14,422 | 9.9%).
Race in Syracuse
Race# Population% Population
Asian10,1466.9%
Black / African American42,40829.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific330.0%
Hispanic or Latino14,4229.9%
Native / Alaskan1,1070.8%
White / Caucasian75,85951.9%
Two or more Races12,2788.4%
Some other Race4,3032.9%
Total146,134100.0%

Ancestry in Syracuse

The most populous ancestries reported in Syracuse are Irish (16,509 | 11.3%), Italian (14,455 | 9.9%), German (12,240 | 8.4%), English (8,836 | 6.0%), and Puerto Rican (8,084 | 5.5%), together accounting for 41.2% of all Syracuse residents.
Ancestry in Syracuse
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan1470.1%
African1,9971.4%
Albanian1490.1%
Aleut100.0%
American2,8141.9%
Arab1,7531.2%
Argentinean690.1%
Armenian500.0%
Austrian2190.2%
Bahamian150.0%
Bangladeshi390.0%
Barbadian610.0%
Basque70.0%
Belgian1070.1%
Bhutanese1710.1%
Blackfeet1160.1%
Brazilian1450.1%
British5660.4%
British West Indian1160.1%
Bulgarian90.0%
Burmese5360.4%
Cambodian10.0%
Canadian2680.2%
Celtic180.0%
Central American6640.4%
Central American Indian2300.2%
Cherokee3020.2%
Chilean1630.1%
Chippewa130.0%
Choctaw120.0%
Colombian5790.4%
Costa Rican860.1%
Croatian850.1%
Cuban1,2520.9%
Czech1970.1%
Czechoslovakian620.0%
Danish1310.1%
Dominican1,3230.9%
Dutch1,5201.0%
Eastern European1900.1%
Ecuadorian1270.1%
Egyptian1310.1%
English8,8366.0%
Estonian150.0%
Ethiopian3950.3%
European1,1820.8%
Filipino330.0%
Finnish1420.1%
French2,6211.8%
French American Indian70.0%
French Canadian1,3910.9%
German12,2408.4%
Ghanaian1840.1%
Greek5880.4%
Guamanian / Chamorro50.0%
Guatemalan730.1%
Guyanese2190.2%
Haitian3710.3%
Honduran370.0%
Hungarian3000.2%
Indian (Asian)3,5572.4%
Indonesian1,3180.9%
Inupiat100.0%
Iranian1270.1%
Iraqi3270.2%
Irish16,50911.3%
Iroquois6980.5%
Israeli440.0%
Italian14,4559.9%
Jamaican1,3180.9%
Japanese3420.2%
Jordanian150.0%
Kenyan3800.3%
Korean2980.2%
Laotian360.0%
Latvian120.0%
Lebanese630.0%
Liberian1420.1%
Lithuanian1540.1%
Luxembourger160.0%
Macedonian360.0%
Malaysian1130.1%
Maltese200.0%
Mexican8260.6%
Native Hawaiian510.0%
Navajo690.1%
Nicaraguan470.0%
Nigerian3980.3%
Northern European1940.1%
Norwegian4580.3%
Okinawan470.0%
Pakistani3720.3%
Palestinian1380.1%
Panamanian2600.2%
Pennsylvania German270.0%
Peruvian1430.1%
Polish5,2693.6%
Portuguese1920.1%
Potawatomi540.0%
Puerto Rican8,0845.5%
Romanian1640.1%
Russian7270.5%
Salvadoran1370.1%
Samoan160.0%
Scandinavian2470.2%
Scotch-Irish7760.5%
Scottish1,5831.1%
Seminole250.0%
Serbian260.0%
Sioux180.0%
Slavic1060.1%
Slovak2680.2%
Slovene1370.1%
Somali1,0810.7%
South African350.0%
South American1,1660.8%
South American Indian100.0%
Spaniard2770.2%
Spanish800.1%
Sri Lankan1,3360.9%
Subsaharan African5,5493.8%
Sudanese1760.1%
Swedish7370.5%
Swiss2740.2%
Syrian1720.1%
Thai1,0460.7%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian930.1%
Turkish1130.1%
U.S. Virgin Islander90.0%
Ukrainian1,0400.7%
Uruguayan260.0%
Venezuelan590.0%
Vietnamese510.0%
Welsh5350.4%
West Indian3190.2%
Yaqui30.0%
Yugoslavian2150.2%
Zimbabwean310.0%
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Immigrants in Syracuse

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Syracuse came from Asia (8,309 | 5.7%), Africa (4,675 | 3.2%), Latin America (3,779 | 2.6%), Caribbean (2,511 | 1.7%), and Eastern Asia (2,460 | 1.7%), together accounting for 14.9% of all Syracuse residents.
Immigrants in Syracuse
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan2100.1%
Africa4,6753.2%
Albania140.0%
Argentina600.0%
Armenia80.0%
Asia8,3095.7%
Austria40.0%
Bahamas470.0%
Bangladesh580.0%
Barbados530.0%
Belarus570.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina1850.1%
Brazil1220.1%
Bulgaria90.0%
Cambodia150.0%
Cameroon200.0%
Canada2460.2%
Caribbean2,5111.7%
Central America3540.2%
Chile410.0%
China2,0251.4%
Colombia3210.2%
Congo3050.2%
Cuba7510.5%
Czechoslovakia240.0%
Dominica200.0%
Dominican Republic3610.3%
Eastern Africa2,3571.6%
Eastern Asia2,4601.7%
Eastern Europe9560.6%
Ecuador400.0%
Egypt510.0%
El Salvador200.0%
England1050.1%
Eritrea1460.1%
Ethiopia1730.1%
Europe1,9921.4%
France1030.1%
Germany1640.1%
Ghana2770.2%
Greece1470.1%
Grenada780.1%
Guatemala170.0%
Guyana2340.2%
Haiti1660.1%
Honduras570.0%
Hong Kong40.0%
Hungary440.0%
India6920.5%
Indonesia160.0%
Iran1790.1%
Iraq5830.4%
Ireland70.0%
Israel510.0%
Italy2420.2%
Jamaica8060.5%
Japan280.0%
Jordan660.1%
Kazakhstan220.0%
Kenya6240.4%
Korea4070.3%
Kuwait90.0%
Laos120.0%
Latin America3,7792.6%
Liberia820.1%
Malaysia190.0%
Mexico1940.1%
Micronesia10.0%
Middle Africa7210.5%
Moldova90.0%
Morocco580.0%
Nepal2010.1%
Netherlands120.0%
Nicaragua120.0%
Nigeria890.1%
Northern Africa3500.2%
Northern Europe2560.2%
Oceania10.0%
Pakistan1090.1%
Panama540.0%
Peru360.0%
Philippines1620.1%
Poland2840.2%
Portugal90.0%
Russia800.1%
Scotland50.0%
Singapore350.0%
Somalia1,1150.8%
South Africa350.0%
South America9140.6%
South Central Asia2,2451.5%
South Eastern Asia2,2381.5%
Southern Europe4620.3%
Spain640.0%
Sri Lanka360.0%
Sudan2300.2%
Switzerland350.0%
Syria3460.2%
Taiwan530.0%
Thailand3120.2%
Trinidad and Tobago1240.1%
Turkey1200.1%
Ukraine2440.2%
Uruguay260.0%
Uzbekistan1370.1%
Venezuela340.0%
Vietnam9530.6%
Western Africa5820.4%
Western Asia1,3020.9%
Western Europe3180.2%
Yemen620.0%
Zaire3030.2%
Zimbabwe710.1%
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Sex and Age in Syracuse

Sex and Age in Syracuse

The most populous age groups in Syracuse are 15 to 19 Years (7,399 | 10.5%) for men and 15 to 19 Years (8,377 | 11.1%) for women.
Sex and Age in Syracuse
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years4,369 (6.2%)4,481 (5.9%)
5 to 9 Years3,885 (5.5%)4,430 (5.9%)
10 to 14 Years5,022 (7.1%)3,650 (4.8%)
15 to 19 Years7,399 (10.5%)8,377 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Years6,808 (9.6%)7,694 (10.2%)
25 to 29 Years6,045 (8.6%)6,278 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Years5,387 (7.6%)5,886 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Years4,296 (6.1%)4,434 (5.9%)
40 to 44 Years3,363 (4.8%)3,859 (5.1%)
45 to 49 Years3,354 (4.8%)3,644 (4.8%)
50 to 54 Years4,065 (5.8%)3,819 (5.1%)
55 to 59 Years3,979 (5.6%)3,669 (4.9%)
60 to 64 Years4,422 (6.3%)4,099 (5.4%)
65 to 69 Years3,371 (4.8%)3,464 (4.6%)
70 to 74 Years2,126 (3.0%)2,817 (3.7%)
75 to 79 Years1,338 (1.9%)1,745 (2.3%)
80 to 84 Years629 (0.9%)1,245 (1.7%)
85 Years and over730 (1.0%)1,955 (2.6%)
Total70,588 (100.0%)75,546 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Syracuse

Median Family Size in Syracuse

The median family size in Syracuse is 3.10 persons per family, with married-couple families (13,522 | 48.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.14 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (3,238 | 11.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.85 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Syracuse
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple13,522 (48.6%)3.14
Single Male/Father3,238 (11.7%)2.85
Single Female/Mother11,038 (39.7%)3.13
Total Families27,798 (100.0%)3.10

Median Household Size in Syracuse

The median household size in Syracuse is 2.23 persons per household, with single female/mother households (11,038 | 18.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.34 persons per household. non-family households (30,626 | 52.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Syracuse
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple13,522 (23.1%)3.18
Single Male/Father3,238 (5.5%)3.27
Single Female/Mother11,038 (18.9%)3.34
Non-family30,626 (52.4%)1.29
Total Households58,424 (100.0%)2.23

Household Size by Marriage Status in Syracuse

Out of a total of 58,424 households in Syracuse, 27,798 (47.6%) are family households, while 30,626 (52.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 12,088, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 23,989.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Syracuse
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-23,989 (41.1%)
2-Person Households12,088 (20.7%)5,409 (9.3%)
3-Person Households6,485 (11.1%)758 (1.3%)
4-Person Households5,224 (8.9%)381 (0.6%)
5-Person Households2,156 (3.7%)89 (0.2%)
6-Person Households1,093 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households752 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total27,798 (47.6%)30,626 (52.4%)

Female Fertility in Syracuse

Fertility by Age in Syracuse

Average fertility rate in Syracuse is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 67.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 70.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Syracuse
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years35 (1.8%)4.0
20 to 34 years1,338 (70.0%)67.0
35 to 50 years539 (28.2%)43.0
Total1,912 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Syracuse

47.3% of women with births (1,912) in Syracuse are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% 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 41.2% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Syracuse
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)35 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years587 (43.9%)751 (56.1%)
35 to 50 years317 (58.8%)222 (41.2%)
Total904 (47.3%)1,008 (52.7%)

Fertility by Education in Syracuse

Average fertility rate in Syracuse is 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma have the highest fertility rate of 71.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of college or associate's degree have the lowest fertility at 24.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 34.4% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Syracuse
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School323 (16.9%)50.0
High School Diploma657 (34.4%)71.0
College or Associate's Degree336 (17.6%)24.0
Bachelor's Degree294 (15.4%)45.0
Graduate Degree302 (15.8%)66.0
Total1,912 (100.0%)47.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Syracuse

52.7% of women with births in Syracuse are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 85.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of high school diploma are least likely to be married with 74.9% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Syracuse
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School146 (45.2%)177 (54.8%)
High School Diploma165 (25.1%)492 (74.9%)
College or Associate's Degree97 (28.9%)239 (71.1%)
Bachelor's Degree250 (85.0%)44 (15.0%)
Graduate Degree246 (81.5%)56 (18.5%)
Total904 (47.3%)1,008 (52.7%)

Income in Syracuse

Income Overview in Syracuse

Per Capita Income in Syracuse is $26,472, while median incomes of families and households are $54,860 and $43,584 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income146,134$26,472
Median Family Income27,798$54,860
Mean Family Income27,798$76,120
Median Household Income58,424$43,584
Mean Household Income58,424$63,012
Income Deficit27,798$13,078
Wage / Income Gap (%)146,13414.97%
Wage / Income Gap ($)146,13485.03¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index146,1340.50

Earnings by Sex in Syracuse

Average Earnings in Syracuse are $29,951, $32,708 for men and $27,813 for women, a difference of 15.0%.
Earnings by Sex in Syracuse
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male35,643 (48.5%)$32,708
Female37,799 (51.5%)$27,813
Total73,442 (100.0%)$29,951

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Syracuse

The most common earnings brackets in Syracuse are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (3,254 | 9.1%) and $2,499 or less for women (3,996 | 10.6%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Syracuse
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2,675 (7.5%)3,996 (10.6%)
$2,500 to $4,9992,341 (6.6%)2,191 (5.8%)
$5,000 to $7,4991,445 (4.1%)2,470 (6.5%)
$7,500 to $9,9991,248 (3.5%)1,686 (4.5%)
$10,000 to $12,4991,056 (3.0%)1,210 (3.2%)
$12,500 to $14,999907 (2.5%)968 (2.6%)
$15,000 to $17,4991,283 (3.6%)1,676 (4.4%)
$17,500 to $19,9991,044 (2.9%)1,024 (2.7%)
$20,000 to $22,4991,024 (2.9%)1,045 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,9991,109 (3.1%)1,605 (4.3%)
$25,000 to $29,9992,516 (7.1%)2,256 (6.0%)
$30,000 to $34,9992,347 (6.6%)2,562 (6.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9991,734 (4.9%)1,786 (4.7%)
$40,000 to $44,9991,491 (4.2%)1,577 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,9991,428 (4.0%)2,001 (5.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9991,742 (4.9%)1,372 (3.6%)
$55,000 to $64,9992,227 (6.2%)2,307 (6.1%)
$65,000 to $74,9991,620 (4.5%)1,943 (5.1%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,254 (9.1%)2,411 (6.4%)
$100,000+3,152 (8.8%)1,713 (4.5%)
Total35,643 (100.0%)37,799 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Syracuse

Average earnings in Syracuse are $41,066 for men and $35,079 for women, a difference of 14.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $68,851, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,287. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $58,205, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $21,486.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Syracuse
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,287$21,486
High School Diploma$37,021$24,890
College or Associate's Degree$38,064$35,246
Bachelor's Degree$50,547$47,843
Graduate Degree$68,851$58,205
Total$41,066$35,079

Family Income in Syracuse

Family Income Brackets in Syracuse

According to the Syracuse family income data, there are 4,420 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 15.9% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 1,195 families (4.3%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Syracuse
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002,83510.2%
$10,000 to $14,9991,1954.3%
$15,000 to $24,9992,94710.6%
$25,000 to $34,9992,4188.7%
$35,000 to $49,9993,44712.4%
$50,000 to $74,9994,42015.9%
$75,000 to $99,9993,19711.5%
$100,000 to $149,9994,11414.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991,9186.9%
$200,000+1,3344.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Syracuse

4-person families (4,439 | 16.0%) account for the highest median family income in Syracuse with $60,428 per family, while 2-person families (13,519 | 48.6%) have the highest median income of $28,498 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Syracuse
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families13,519 (48.6%)$56,997
3-Person Families6,495 (23.4%)$53,270
4-Person Families4,439 (16.0%)$60,428
5-Person Families1,821 (6.6%)$51,615
6-Person Families874 (3.1%)$32,462
7+ Person Families650 (2.3%)$30,781
Total27,798 (100.0%)$54,860

Family Income by Number of Earners in Syracuse

The median family income in Syracuse is $54,860, with families comprising 3+ earners (1,642) having the highest median family income of $133,875, while families with no earners (4,820) have the lowest median family income of $17,669, accounting for 5.9% and 17.3% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Syracuse
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners4,820 (17.3%)$17,669
1 Earner11,450 (41.2%)$38,002
2 Earners9,886 (35.6%)$94,483
3+ Earners1,642 (5.9%)$133,875
Total27,798 (100.0%)$54,860

Household Income in Syracuse

Household Income Brackets in Syracuse

With 9,582 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in Syracuse, accounting for 16.4% of all households. In contrast, only 2,103 households (3.6%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Syracuse
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006,95211.9%
$10,000 to $14,9994,0316.9%
$15,000 to $24,9997,36112.6%
$25,000 to $34,9996,36810.9%
$35,000 to $49,9997,24512.4%
$50,000 to $74,9999,58216.4%
$75,000 to $99,9995,6099.6%
$100,000 to $149,9996,48511.1%
$150,000 to $199,9992,6294.5%
$200,000+2,1033.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Syracuse

The median household income in Syracuse is $43,584, with the highest median household income of $51,165 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 19,833 households (34.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $27,159, with 3,960 households (6.8%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Syracuse
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years3,960 (6.8%)$27,159
25 to 44 Years21,176 (36.2%)$48,803
45 to 64 Years19,833 (34.0%)$51,165
65+ Years13,455 (23.0%)$35,537
Total58,424 (100.0%)$43,584

Poverty in Syracuse

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Syracuse

With 27.4% poverty level for males and 31.6% for females among the residents of Syracuse, 5 year old males and 12 to 14 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 381 males (48.5%) and 1,121 females (53.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Syracuse
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,929 (44.7%)1,960 (44.4%)
5 Years381 (48.5%)403 (44.6%)
6 to 11 Years2,261 (45.1%)2,474 (50.5%)
12 to 14 Years1,259 (44.3%)1,121 (53.0%)
15 Years327 (40.7%)401 (43.1%)
16 and 17 Years713 (46.8%)473 (34.6%)
18 to 24 Years2,325 (37.0%)3,124 (43.4%)
25 to 34 Years1,716 (15.3%)3,979 (32.9%)
35 to 44 Years1,742 (23.1%)2,220 (26.9%)
45 to 54 Years1,408 (19.3%)1,702 (22.9%)
55 to 64 Years1,974 (23.9%)1,461 (19.0%)
65 to 74 Years982 (18.6%)1,173 (19.3%)
75 Years and over408 (16.8%)882 (20.7%)
Total17,425 (27.4%)21,373 (31.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Syracuse

According to the poverty statistics in Syracuse, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 55 to 64 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 84.7% of males and 81.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Syracuse
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2,389 (55.3%)2,459 (55.6%)
5 Years405 (51.5%)500 (55.4%)
6 to 11 Years2,751 (54.9%)2,424 (49.5%)
12 to 14 Years1,583 (55.7%)994 (47.0%)
15 Years477 (59.3%)530 (56.9%)
16 and 17 Years812 (53.2%)893 (65.4%)
18 to 24 Years3,959 (63.0%)4,066 (56.6%)
25 to 34 Years9,525 (84.7%)8,101 (67.1%)
35 to 44 Years5,800 (76.9%)6,036 (73.1%)
45 to 54 Years5,905 (80.7%)5,726 (77.1%)
55 to 64 Years6,292 (76.1%)6,211 (81.0%)
65 to 74 Years4,301 (81.4%)4,917 (80.7%)
75 Years and over2,022 (83.2%)3,375 (79.3%)
Total46,221 (72.6%)46,232 (68.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Syracuse

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Syracuse show that 8.8% or 1,197 of the total 13,522 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 62.5%, comprising of 120 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 5.1%, which includes 202 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Syracuse
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children7,964 (94.5%)461 (5.5%)
1 or 2 Children3,753 (94.9%)202 (5.1%)
3 or 4 Children536 (56.4%)414 (43.6%)
5 or more Children72 (37.5%)120 (62.5%)
Total12,325 (91.1%)1,197 (8.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Syracuse

According to the poverty data in Syracuse, 24.3% or 787 single-father households and 42.6% or 4,698 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 109 households (44.3%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 246 households (83.4%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Syracuse
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children191 (12.2%)398 (11.8%)
1 or 2 Children466 (34.1%)2,848 (48.9%)
3 or 4 Children109 (44.3%)1,206 (78.1%)
5 or more Children21 (34.4%)246 (83.4%)
Total787 (24.3%)4,698 (42.6%)

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

The poverty data for Syracuse shows that 1,197 of the married-couple family households (8.8%) and 5,485 of the single-parent households (38.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 120 households (62.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 267 household (75.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Syracuse
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children461 (5.5%)589 (11.9%)
1 or 2 Children202 (5.1%)3,314 (46.1%)
3 or 4 Children414 (43.6%)1,315 (73.5%)
5 or more Children120 (62.5%)267 (75.0%)
Total1,197 (8.8%)5,485 (38.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Syracuse

Employment by Class of Employer in Syracuse

Among the 60,249 employed individuals in Syracuse, private company employees (37,236 | 61.8%), not-for-profit organizations (9,783 | 16.2%), and local government employees (4,491 | 7.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Syracuse
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees37,23661.8%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1,2582.1%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2,2863.8%
Not-for-profit Organizations9,78316.2%
Local Government Employees4,4917.4%
State Government Employees3,8906.5%
Federal Government Employees1,2482.1%
Unpaid Family Workers570.1%
Total60,249100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Syracuse

According to the labor force statistics for Syracuse, out of the total population over 16 years of age (118,558), 57.0% or 67,578 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.6% or 5,812 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 81.5% or 9,187 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.5% or 809 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Syracuse
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years3,762 (26.8%)809 (21.5%)
20 to 24 Years9,267 (63.9%)862 (9.3%)
25 to 29 Years9,735 (79.0%)808 (8.3%)
30 to 34 Years9,187 (81.5%)753 (8.2%)
35 to 44 Years12,490 (78.3%)1,074 (8.6%)
45 to 54 Years10,551 (70.9%)844 (8.0%)
55 to 59 Years4,466 (58.4%)228 (5.1%)
60 to 64 Years4,738 (55.6%)251 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,897 (24.6%)154 (5.3%)
75 Years and over535 (7.0%)22 (4.1%)
Total67,578 (57.0%)5,812 (8.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Syracuse

According to labor force statistics for Syracuse, 72.5% of individuals (51,184) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (70,599) are in the labor force, with 7.8% or 3,992 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 86.2% or 18,468 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 16.4% or 891 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Syracuse
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School5,432 (51.8%)1,720 (16.4%)
High School Diploma12,382 (66.2%)2,095 (11.2%)
College / Associate Degree14,867 (74.4%)1,399 (7.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher18,468 (86.2%)728 (3.4%)
Total51,184 (72.5%)5,507 (7.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Syracuse

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Syracuse are Community & Social Service (9,756 | 15.8%), Education Instruction & Library (6,185 | 10.0%), Management (4,668 | 7.6%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (3,954 | 6.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (3,346 | 5.4%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Syracuse

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Syracuse, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (90.0%), Computers & Mathematics (79.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (79.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (78.1%), Health Technologists (75.6%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Syracuse
OccupationMaleFemale
Management1,853 (39.7%)2,815 (60.3%)
Business & Financial1,114 (49.4%)1,142 (50.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science2,642 (79.0%)704 (21.0%)
Computers & Mathematics1,175 (79.7%)299 (20.3%)
Architecture & Engineering1,166 (90.0%)129 (10.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science301 (52.2%)276 (47.8%)
Community & Social Service 3,259 (33.4%)6,497 (66.6%)
Education, Arts & Media318 (21.9%)1,136 (78.1%)
Legal Services & Support331 (43.8%)424 (56.2%)
Education Instruction & Library2,015 (32.6%)4,170 (67.4%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment595 (43.7%)767 (56.3%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating994 (25.1%)2,960 (74.9%)
Health Technologists600 (24.3%)1,864 (75.6%)
Total (Category)9,862 (41.1%)14,118 (58.9%)
Total (Overall)29,692 (48.1%)31,987 (51.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Syracuse are Food Preparation & Serving (3,789 | 6.1%), Healthcare Support (3,625 | 5.9%), Cleaning & Maintenance (2,716 | 4.4%), Personal Care & Service (2,562 | 4.2%), and Security & Protection (1,411 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Syracuse

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Syracuse, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (72.2%), Security & Protection (69.5%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (65.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (87.0%), Personal Care & Service (63.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (49.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Syracuse
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support470 (13.0%)3,155 (87.0%)
Security & Protection981 (69.5%)430 (30.5%)
Firefighting & Prevention732 (72.2%)282 (27.8%)
Law Enforcement249 (62.7%)148 (37.3%)
Food Preparation & Serving1,907 (50.3%)1,882 (49.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance1,767 (65.1%)949 (34.9%)
Personal Care & Service932 (36.4%)1,630 (63.6%)
Total (Category)6,057 (42.9%)8,046 (57.1%)
Total (Overall)29,692 (48.1%)31,987 (51.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Syracuse are Office & Administration (7,167 | 11.6%), and Sales & Related (5,402 | 8.8%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Syracuse

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Syracuse
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related2,561 (47.4%)2,841 (52.6%)
Office & Administration2,135 (29.8%)5,032 (70.2%)
Total (Category)4,696 (37.4%)7,873 (62.6%)
Total (Overall)29,692 (48.1%)31,987 (51.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Syracuse are Construction & Extraction (1,907 | 3.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (1,297 | 2.1%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (44 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Syracuse

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Syracuse
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry35 (79.5%)9 (20.4%)
Construction & Extraction1,870 (98.1%)37 (1.9%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair1,262 (97.3%)35 (2.7%)
Total (Category)3,167 (97.5%)81 (2.5%)
Total (Overall)29,692 (48.1%)31,987 (51.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Syracuse are Production (3,121 | 5.1%), Transportation (2,631 | 4.3%), and Material Moving (2,027 | 3.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Syracuse

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Syracuse
OccupationMaleFemale
Production2,047 (65.6%)1,074 (34.4%)
Transportation2,156 (82.0%)475 (18.0%)
Material Moving1,707 (84.2%)320 (15.8%)
Total (Category)5,910 (76.0%)1,869 (24.0%)
Total (Overall)29,692 (48.1%)31,987 (51.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Syracuse

Employment Industries in Syracuse

The major employment industries in Syracuse include Health Care & Social Assistance (11,645 | 18.9%), Educational Services (9,682 | 15.7%), Retail Trade (6,812 | 11.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (5,013 | 8.1%), and Professional & Scientific (4,089 | 6.6%).
Employment Industries in Syracuse

Employment Industries by Sex in Syracuse

The Syracuse industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), Construction (90.6%), and Transportation & Warehousing (77.7%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (77.0%), Finance & Insurance (63.9%), and Educational Services (61.2%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Syracuse
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting30 (47.6%)33 (52.4%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction28 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction2,585 (90.6%)269 (9.4%)
Manufacturing3,057 (76.3%)948 (23.7%)
Wholesale Trade814 (74.5%)278 (25.5%)
Retail Trade3,258 (47.8%)3,554 (52.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing2,400 (77.7%)690 (22.3%)
Utilities379 (64.9%)205 (35.1%)
Information692 (50.6%)675 (49.4%)
Finance & Insurance767 (36.1%)1,358 (63.9%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing565 (68.0%)266 (32.0%)
Professional & Scientific2,085 (51.0%)2,004 (49.0%)
Enterprise Management24 (77.4%)7 (22.6%)
Administrative & Support1,394 (60.6%)908 (39.4%)
Educational Services3,755 (38.8%)5,927 (61.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance2,673 (23.0%)8,972 (77.0%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation656 (56.6%)504 (43.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services2,330 (46.5%)2,683 (53.5%)
Public Administration1,078 (54.3%)906 (45.7%)
Total29,692 (48.1%)31,987 (51.9%)

Education in Syracuse

School Enrollment in Syracuse

The most common levels of schooling among the 47,430 students in Syracuse are college / undergraduate (18,631 | 39.3%), middle school (7,183 | 15.1%), and elementary school (6,459 | 13.6%).
School Enrollment in Syracuse
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool2,2304.7%
Kindergarten1,6823.5%
Elementary School6,45913.6%
Middle School7,18315.1%
High School6,17513.0%
College / Undergraduate18,63139.3%
Graduate / Professional5,07010.7%
Total47,430100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Syracuse

Out of a total of 47,430 students who are enrolled in schools in Syracuse, 17,407 (36.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 30,023 (63.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6,836 (68.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 7,891 (93.5% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Syracuse
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds1,746 (86.9%)264 (13.1%)
5 to 9 Year Old7,102 (89.7%)812 (10.3%)
10 to 14 Year Olds7,891 (93.5%)544 (6.5%)
15 to 17 Year Olds3,868 (87.6%)549 (12.4%)
18 to 19 Year Olds3,189 (31.8%)6,836 (68.2%)
20 to 24 Year Olds3,109 (35.8%)5,577 (64.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds1,995 (50.2%)1,980 (49.8%)
35 Years and over1,105 (56.1%)863 (43.9%)
Total30,023 (63.3%)17,407 (36.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Syracuse

Business (3,659 | 12.4%), education (3,196 | 10.9%), science & technology (2,712 | 9.2%), bio, nature & agricultural (2,617 | 8.9%), and social sciences (2,566 | 8.7%) are the most common fields of study among 29,401 individuals in Syracuse who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Syracuse
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics1,0963.7%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2,6178.9%
Physical & Health Sciences9663.3%
Psychology1,8896.4%
Social Sciences2,5668.7%
Engineering1,6675.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies1460.5%
Science & Technology2,7129.2%
Business3,65912.4%
Education3,19610.9%
Literature & Languages1,9136.5%
Liberal Arts & History1,8866.4%
Visual & Performing Arts1,8286.2%
Communications1,3904.7%
Arts & Humanities1,8706.4%
Total29,401100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Syracuse

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Syracuse

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Syracuse are males with 1 vehicle (10,443, accounting for 37.4%) and females with 1 vehicle (11,681, making up 35.7%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Syracuse
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle3,201 (11.5%)4,221 (14.4%)
1 Vehicle10,443 (37.4%)11,681 (40.0%)
2 Vehicles10,355 (37.1%)10,032 (34.3%)
3 Vehicles3,070 (11.0%)2,344 (8.0%)
4 Vehicles793 (2.8%)719 (2.5%)
5 or more Vehicles68 (0.2%)217 (0.7%)
Total27,930 (100.0%)29,214 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Syracuse

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Syracuse are 10 to 14 minutes (14,304 commuters, 26.2%), 15 to 19 minutes (13,906 commuters, 25.5%), and 20 to 24 minutes (7,720 commuters, 14.1%).
Commute Time in Syracuse
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes1,5442.8%
5 to 9 Minutes7,71414.1%
10 to 14 Minutes14,30426.2%
15 to 19 Minutes13,90625.5%
20 to 24 Minutes7,72014.1%
25 to 29 Minutes1,8583.4%
30 to 34 Minutes3,5136.4%
35 to 39 Minutes3900.7%
40 to 44 Minutes9011.7%
45 to 59 Minutes1,1532.1%
60 to 89 Minutes9591.8%
90 or more Minutes6631.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Syracuse

The most common commute times in Syracuse are 10 to 14 minutes (6,816 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 15 to 19 minutes (7,598 commuters, 27.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Syracuse
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes786 (2.9%)758 (2.7%)
5 to 9 Minutes3,411 (12.8%)4,303 (15.4%)
10 to 14 Minutes6,816 (25.6%)7,488 (26.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes6,308 (23.7%)7,598 (27.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes4,095 (15.4%)3,625 (13.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes879 (3.3%)979 (3.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes1,846 (6.9%)1,667 (6.0%)
35 to 39 Minutes262 (1.0%)128 (0.5%)
40 to 44 Minutes606 (2.3%)295 (1.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes695 (2.6%)458 (1.6%)
60 to 89 Minutes477 (1.8%)482 (1.7%)
90 or more Minutes460 (1.7%)203 (0.7%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Syracuse

The most frequent times of departure to work in Syracuse are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (3,303, 12.4%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (4,263, 15.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Syracuse
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM1,051 (4.0%)542 (1.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM752 (2.8%)188 (0.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM1,423 (5.3%)778 (2.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM1,692 (6.4%)650 (2.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM2,823 (10.6%)2,252 (8.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM3,096 (11.6%)2,968 (10.6%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM3,303 (12.4%)3,763 (13.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM3,015 (11.3%)4,263 (15.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM1,639 (6.1%)2,859 (10.2%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM1,934 (7.3%)2,353 (8.4%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM761 (2.9%)1,412 (5.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM655 (2.5%)653 (2.3%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM2,497 (9.4%)2,629 (9.4%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2,000 (7.5%)2,674 (9.6%)
Total26,641 (100.0%)27,984 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Syracuse

Occupancy by Ownership in Syracuse

Of the total 58,424 dwellings in Syracuse, owner-occupied units account for 23,849 (40.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 34,575 (59.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Syracuse
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units23,84940.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units34,57559.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units58,424100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Syracuse

Occupancy by Household Size in Syracuse
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household23,98941.1%
2-Person Household17,49729.9%
3-Person Household7,24312.4%
4+ Person Household9,69516.6%
Total Housing Units58,424100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Syracuse

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Syracuse
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household8,379 (34.9%)15,610 (65.1%)
2-Person Household8,245 (47.1%)9,252 (52.9%)
3-Person Household3,107 (42.9%)4,136 (57.1%)
4+ Person Household4,118 (42.5%)5,577 (57.5%)
Total Housing Units23,849 (40.8%)34,575 (59.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Syracuse

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Syracuse
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School1,869 (23.0%)6,261 (77.0%)
High School Diploma4,783 (32.3%)10,025 (67.7%)
College/Associate Degree7,248 (42.7%)9,721 (57.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher9,949 (53.7%)8,568 (46.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Syracuse

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Syracuse
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years16,15227.7%
35 to 44 Years8,98415.4%
45 to 54 Years9,29515.9%
55 to 64 Years10,53818.0%
65 to 74 Years8,53714.6%
75 to 84 Years3,2265.5%
85 Years and Over1,6922.9%
Total58,424100.0%

Housing Finances in Syracuse

Median Income by Occupancy in Syracuse

Median Income by Occupancy in Syracuse
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied23,849 (40.8%)$72,218
Renter-Occupied34,575 (59.2%)$29,529
Average58,424 (100.0%)$43,584

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Syracuse

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Syracuse
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000735 (3.1%)3,658 (10.6%)
$5,000 to $9,999286 (1.2%)2,300 (6.7%)
$10,000 to $14,999461 (1.9%)3,590 (10.4%)
$15,000 to $19,999681 (2.9%)3,044 (8.8%)
$20,000 to $24,999772 (3.2%)2,851 (8.3%)
$25,000 to $34,9992,038 (8.6%)4,314 (12.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9992,519 (10.6%)4,746 (13.7%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,897 (20.5%)4,683 (13.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9993,237 (13.6%)2,389 (6.9%)
$100,000 to $149,9994,521 (19.0%)1,965 (5.7%)
$150,000 or more3,702 (15.5%)1,035 (3.0%)
Total23,849 (100.0%)34,575 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Syracuse

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Syracuse
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300859 (3.6%)2,042 (5.9%)
$300 to $4993,584 (15.0%)2,234 (6.5%)
$500 to $7995,011 (21.0%)7,164 (20.7%)
$800 to $9993,790 (15.9%)8,395 (24.3%)
$1,000 to $1,4996,353 (26.6%)9,954 (28.8%)
$1,500 to $1,9992,737 (11.5%)2,625 (7.6%)
$2,000 to $2,499766 (3.2%)795 (2.3%)
$2,500 to $2,999243 (1.0%)203 (0.6%)
$3,000 or more506 (2.1%)298 (0.9%)
Total23,849 (100.0%)34,575 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Syracuse

Housing Structures in Syracuse

Housing Structures in Syracuse
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached25,41143.5%
Single Unit, Attached2,0313.5%
2 Unit Apartments9,80616.8%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments4,9828.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments3,1715.4%
10 or more Apartments12,74721.8%
Mobile Home / Other2760.5%
Total58,424100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Syracuse

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Syracuse
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached20,418 (80.3%)4,993 (19.7%)
Single Unit, Attached538 (26.5%)1,493 (73.5%)
2 Unit Apartments2,131 (21.7%)7,675 (78.3%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments292 (5.9%)4,690 (94.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments50 (1.6%)3,121 (98.4%)
10 or more Apartments267 (2.1%)12,480 (97.9%)
Mobile Home / Other153 (55.4%)123 (44.6%)
Total23,849 (40.8%)34,575 (59.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Syracuse

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Syracuse
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room106 (0.4%)2,294 (6.6%)
2 or 3 Rooms401 (1.7%)8,980 (26.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms4,274 (17.9%)14,262 (41.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms11,198 (46.9%)6,881 (19.9%)
8 or more Rooms7,870 (33.0%)2,158 (6.2%)
Total23,849 (100.0%)34,575 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Syracuse

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Syracuse
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas20,800 (87.2%)19,844 (57.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas265 (1.1%)873 (2.5%)
Electricity1,935 (8.1%)12,087 (35.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene510 (2.1%)597 (1.7%)
Coal or Coke9 (0.0%)14 (0.0%)
All other Fuels240 (1.0%)497 (1.4%)
No Fuel Used90 (0.4%)663 (1.9%)
Total23,849 (100.0%)34,575 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Syracuse

Household Vehicle Usage in Syracuse
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle1,382 (5.8%)14,061 (40.7%)
1 Vehicle10,493 (44.0%)14,876 (43.0%)
2 Vehicles9,367 (39.3%)4,725 (13.7%)
3 or more Vehicles2,607 (10.9%)913 (2.6%)
Total23,849 (100.0%)34,575 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Syracuse

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Syracuse

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9,20514,644
Median Property Value$100,600$126,000
Median Household Income$56,693$2,749
Monthly Housing Costs$531$498
Real Estate Taxes$2,731$427

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Syracuse

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Syracuse
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000818 (8.9%)737 (5.0%)
$50,000 to $99,9993,761 (40.9%)4,557 (31.1%)
$100,000 to $299,9994,039 (43.9%)8,213 (56.1%)
$300,000 to $499,999315 (3.4%)771 (5.3%)
$500,000 to $749,999165 (1.8%)198 (1.3%)
$750,000 to $999,99929 (0.3%)136 (0.9%)
$1,000,000 or more78 (0.9%)32 (0.2%)
Total9,205 (100.0%)14,644 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Syracuse

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Syracuse
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000588 (6.4%)554 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $24,9991,114 (12.1%)433 (3.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999931 (10.1%)800 (5.5%)
$35,000 to $49,9991,293 (14.1%)1,107 (7.6%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,791 (19.5%)1,226 (8.4%)
$75,000 to $99,9991,105 (12.0%)3,106 (21.2%)
$100,000 to $149,9991,430 (15.5%)2,132 (14.6%)
$150,000 or more953 (10.3%)3,091 (21.1%)
Total9,205 (100.0%)14,644 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Syracuse

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Syracuse
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x4,808 (52.2%)82,263 (561.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x1,378 (15.0%)9,565 (65.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x807 (8.8%)2,254 (15.4%)
4.0x or more2,020 (21.9%)923 (6.3%)
Total9,205 (100.0%)14,644 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Syracuse

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Syracuse
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800429 (4.7%)93 (0.6%)
$800 to $1,4991,585 (17.2%)622 (4.3%)
$800 to $1,4996,813 (74.0%)1,244 (8.5%)
Total9,205 (100.0%)14,644 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Syracuse

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Syracuse

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Syracuse
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years10,511 (99.1%)97 (0.9%)
6 to 18 Years24,244 (97.3%)668 (2.7%)
19 to 25 Years20,818 (91.1%)2,043 (8.9%)
26 to 34 Years19,565 (93.6%)1,342 (6.4%)
35 to 44 Years14,543 (92.3%)1,218 (7.7%)
45 to 54 Years13,804 (93.6%)937 (6.4%)
55 to 64 Years15,066 (94.5%)872 (5.5%)
65 to 74 Years11,337 (99.7%)36 (0.3%)
75 Years and older6,669 (99.7%)18 (0.3%)
Total136,557 (95.0%)7,231 (5.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Syracuse

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Syracuse
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born10,511 (99.1%)97 (0.9%)
Foreign Born, Citizen24,244 (97.3%)668 (2.7%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen20,818 (91.1%)2,043 (8.9%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Syracuse

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Syracuse
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00032,594 (95.9%)1,388 (4.1%)
$25,000 to $49,99927,885 (94.6%)1,599 (5.4%)
$50,000 to $74,99920,118 (93.4%)1,410 (6.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99912,891 (96.4%)482 (3.6%)
$100,000 and over30,029 (95.3%)1,488 (4.7%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Syracuse

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Syracuse
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 67,438 (70.1%)3,932 (37.1%)
6 to 18 Years15,033 (60.3%)11,595 (46.5%)
19 to 25 Years5,598 (24.5%)16,133 (70.6%)
25 to 34 Years7,900 (37.8%)12,730 (60.9%)
35 to 44 Years6,358 (40.3%)9,143 (58.0%)
45 to 54 Years6,328 (42.9%)8,809 (59.8%)
55 to 64 Years6,907 (43.3%)9,671 (60.7%)
65 to 74 Years10,688 (94.0%)5,819 (51.2%)
75 Years and over6,634 (99.2%)3,641 (54.4%)
Total72,884 (50.7%)81,473 (56.7%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Syracuse

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Syracuse
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years125 (2.9%)85 (1.9%)
5 to 17 Years1,440 (12.8%)640 (6.1%)
18 to 34 Years2,002 (8.7%)2,358 (9.2%)
35 to 64 Years4,541 (19.6%)5,564 (23.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,460 (27.6%)1,972 (32.4%)
75 Years and over955 (39.3%)2,240 (52.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Syracuse

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Syracuse: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years94 (2.1%)70 (1.6%)
5 to 17 Years54 (0.5%)70 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years107 (0.5%)344 (1.3%)
35 to 64 Years1,128 (4.9%)739 (3.2%)
65 to 74 Years429 (8.1%)578 (9.5%)
75 Years and over407 (16.8%)838 (19.7%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Syracuse: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years74 (1.7%)43 (1.0%)
5 to 17 Years194 (1.7%)77 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years181 (0.8%)571 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years717 (3.1%)997 (4.3%)
65 to 74 Years180 (3.4%)323 (5.3%)
75 Years and over196 (8.1%)581 (13.7%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Syracuse: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years1,312 (11.7%)477 (4.5%)
18 to 34 Years1,581 (6.9%)1,616 (6.3%)
35 to 64 Years2,184 (9.5%)2,463 (10.6%)
65 to 74 Years449 (8.5%)411 (6.8%)
75 Years and over319 (13.1%)605 (14.2%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Syracuse: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years79 (0.7%)78 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years323 (1.4%)687 (2.7%)
35 to 64 Years2,268 (9.8%)3,323 (14.2%)
65 to 74 Years910 (17.2%)1,469 (24.1%)
75 Years and over657 (27.0%)1,494 (35.1%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Syracuse: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years291 (2.6%)85 (0.8%)
18 to 34 Years238 (1.0%)427 (1.7%)
35 to 64 Years968 (4.2%)1,079 (4.6%)
65 to 74 Years363 (6.9%)352 (5.8%)
75 Years and over182 (7.5%)760 (17.8%)

Technology Access in Syracuse

Computing Device Access in Syracuse

Computing Device Access in Syracuse
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop38,53065.9%
Smartphone47,59681.5%
Tablet29,45950.4%
No Computing Device6,77911.6%
Total58,424100.0%

Internet Access in Syracuse

Internet Access in Syracuse
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet1380.2%
Broadband Home38,91166.6%
Cellular Data Only6,62711.3%
Satellite Internet1,8763.2%
No Internet11,52719.7%
Total58,424100.0%

Syracuse Summary

Syracuse is a city located in the state of New York in the United States. It is the fifth most populous city in the state and the county seat of Onondaga County. Syracuse is located in the Finger Lakes region of New York and is the economic and educational hub of Central New York. The city has a population of 145,170 as of the 2010 census, making it the largest city in Upstate New York.

History

Syracuse was founded in 1788 by a group of settlers from the town of Onondaga. The settlers named the city after the Greek city of Syracuse, which was the birthplace of Archimedes. The city was incorporated in 1848 and quickly became an important transportation hub due to its location at the junction of the Erie Canal and the Oswego Canal. The city was also a major manufacturing center during the 19th century, producing a variety of products including salt, paper, and textiles.
In the 20th century, Syracuse experienced a period of economic decline due to the decline of manufacturing in the region. The city was also affected by the Great Depression and World War II. However, the city has since experienced a resurgence in recent years, with a focus on technology, education, and healthcare.

Geography

Syracuse is located in the Finger Lakes region of New York, at the northern end of Onondaga Lake. The city is situated at the junction of the Oswego and Seneca Rivers, and is surrounded by rolling hills and forests. The city has a total area of 25.3 square miles, of which 24.9 square miles is land and 0.4 square miles is water.
The climate in Syracuse is classified as humid continental, with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. The average annual temperature is around 48°F, with an average high of around 70°F in the summer and an average low of around 25°F in the winter.

Economy

Syracuse has a diverse economy, with a focus on technology, education, healthcare, and manufacturing. The city is home to several major employers, including Syracuse University, Upstate Medical University, Lockheed Martin, and Syracuse Research Corporation. The city is also home to several major corporations, including Carrier Corporation, Anaren, and Welch Allyn.
The city has a strong tourism industry, with attractions such as the Erie Canal Museum, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo, and the Onondaga Lake Park. The city is also home to several major events, including the Great New York State Fair, the Syracuse Nationals, and the Syracuse International Film Festival.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Syracuse was 145,170, with a population density of 5,717 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the city was 73.2% White, 17.2% African American, 0.4% Native American, 3.2% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 5.9% from other races. The median household income was $33,945, and the median family income was $41,945.
The city has a large immigrant population, with over 10% of the population being foreign-born. The largest ethnic groups in the city are Italian (17.2%), Irish (14.2%), German (10.2%), and Polish (7.2%). The city also has a large student population, with over 30,000 students enrolled in Syracuse University and other local colleges and universities.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Syracuse?
Total Population of Syracuse is 146,134.
What is the Total Male Population of Syracuse?
Total Male Population of Syracuse is 70,588.
What is the Total Female Population of Syracuse?
Total Female Population of Syracuse is 75,546.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Syracuse?
There are 93.44 Males per 100 Females in Syracuse.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Syracuse?
There are 107.02 Females per 100 Males in Syracuse.
What is the Median Population Age in Syracuse?
Median Population Age in Syracuse is 31.9 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Syracuse
Average Family Size in Syracuse is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Syracuse
Average Household Size in Syracuse is 2.2 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Syracuse?
Per Capita income in Syracuse is $26,472.
What is the Median Family Income in Syracuse?
Median Family Income in Syracuse is $54,860.
What is the Median Household income in Syracuse?
Median Household Income in Syracuse is $43,584.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Syracuse?
Income or Wage Gap in Syracuse is 15.0%.
Women in Syracuse earn 85.0 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Syracuse?
Family Income Deficit in Syracuse is $13,078.
Families that are below poverty line in Syracuse earn $13,078 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Syracuse?
Inequality or Gini Index in Syracuse is 0.50.
How Large is the Labor Force in Syracuse?
There are 67,578 People in the Labor Forcein in Syracuse.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Syracuse?
57.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Syracuse.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Syracuse?
Unemployment Rate in Syracuse is 8.6%.