Cost of Living in Onondaga County, NY

What does it cost to live in Onondaga County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$71,479

Median Rent

$1,002/mo

Median Home

$172,800

Affordability

452

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$874
Property Tax$387
Insurance$58

Total Monthly$1,319
% of Income22.1%

Renting

Median Rent$1,002
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$1,027
% of Income16.8%

Living in Onondaga County, New York

Onondaga County has a median household income of $71,479 with housing costs that represent 22.1% of income for owners and 16.8% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.