Ithaca, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Ithaca, New York is 31,792 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 40th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $48,617, the median home value is $330,100, and the median age is 23.6.
The population has grown 12.4% since 2010 (30,041 → 33,768).
31,792
Population
5899
People / sq mi
$48,617
Median Income
$330,100
Median Home Value
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Ithaca covers 5.4 sq mi of land at 5899 people per square mile.
About Ithaca, NY
Ithaca skews on age — the median resident is 23.6, younger than the national median. With 31,792 residents, Ithaca is a city in New York. It ranks #40 among cities in New York by population.
Incomes are among the lowest of comparable places, with a median household income of $48,617, below the US median of $78,538. About 9.1% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $330,100, with typical rent around $1,441.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 70.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. Working from home is common here: 26.2% of workers do so, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 19 minutes each way.
Ithaca city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Ithaca city had a population of 30,041 in 2010 and 33,768 in 2024, a 12.4% growth over 14 years. The peak was 33,768 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.87%.
33,768
Population (2024)
30,041
Population (2010)
33,768
Peak (2024)
0.87%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 30,041 |
| 2011 | 30,156 |
| 2012 | 30,329 |
| 2013 | 30,428 |
| 2014 | 30,442 |
| 2015 | 30,359 |
| 2016 | 30,317 |
| 2017 | 30,691 |
| 2018 | 30,659 |
| 2019 | 30,837 |
| 2020 | 30,180 |
| 2021 | 32,763 |
| 2022 | 33,739 |
| 2023 | 33,630 |
| 2024 | 33,768 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 65.1% |
| Black or African American | 6.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$48,617
Median Household Income
$32,133
Per Capita Income
9.1%
Poverty Rate
3.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$330,100
Median Home Value
$1,441
Median Rent
28.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
95.4%
High School+
70.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
11.0%
Drive Alone
28.9%
Public Transit
26.2%
Work From Home
19.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
37.7%
Foreign Born
76.6%
Non-English at Home
1.8%
Veterans
8.8%
With Disability
95.0%
Health Insurance
97.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 54.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Manufacturing | 3.3% |
| Public Administration | 2.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.3% |
| Information | 2.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Construction | 1.6% |
| Retail Trade | 1.4% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Ithaca, New York has a population of 31,792 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 40th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Ithaca, New York is $48,617, with 9.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Ithaca, New York is $330,100, with median monthly rent at $1,441 and a homeownership rate of 28.9%.
The median age in Ithaca, New York is 23.6 years. The population is 51.0% male and 49.0% female.
The population has grown 12.4% since 2010 (30,041 → 33,768).
Ithaca city, NY Climate
Ithaca city, NY has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F) and receives about 912 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
8.4°C
Avg Temp
912
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -5° / 23° | 51 mm |
| February | -4° / 25° | 51 mm |
| March | 1° / 34° | 62 mm |
| April | 7° / 45° | 79 mm |
| May | 14° / 56° | 81 mm |
| June | 18° / 65° | 97 mm |
| July | 21° / 70° | 90 mm |
| August | 20° / 68° | 84 mm |
| September | 16° / 61° | 93 mm |
| October | 10° / 50° | 78 mm |
| November | 5° / 40° | 80 mm |
| December | -1° / 29° | 66 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Ithaca city, NY
The most comfortable months to visit Ithaca city, NY are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 27°C high). The coldest is January (near -9°C low). June is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.