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Crime in Cortland summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Cortland. Key points include:
There were 547 total crimes in Cortland in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Cortland is 3,180.8 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Cortland is 226.8 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Cortland is 2,954.0 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Cortland is 50.09% above the national average.
Total Crimes
Above National Average
Crime In Cortland Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Cortland / 100k People |
New York / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 547 | 3,180.8 | 2,099.7 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 39 | 226.8 | 380.2 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.7 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 11.6 | 96.1 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 30 | 174.4 | 259.6 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 508 | 2,954.0 | 1,719.5 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 56 | 325.6 | 136.6 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 444 | 2,581.8 | 1,432.8 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 8 | 46.5 | 150.2 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Cortland summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Cortland. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New York. Key points include:
The cost of living in Cortland is 97 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Cortland is 1.0x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Cortland is $197,781.
The median income in Cortland is $59,482.
Cortland's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Cortland Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Cortland | New York | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 97 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 102 | 105 | 100 |
| Groceries | 107 | 108 | 100 |
| Health | 69 | 143 | 100 |
| Housing | 110 | 112 | 100 |
| Transportation | 113 | 114 | 100 |
| Utilities | 108 | 111 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Cortland, NY Weather
The average high in Cortland is 56.2° and the average low is 36.3°.
There are 94.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 40.5 inches of precipitation each year with 90.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Cortland |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 56.2 |
| Average Annual Low | 36.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 94.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 40.5 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 90.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
Cortland, NY Photos
1 Reviews & Comments About Cortland
I went to college here, moved away and later came back because I missed my many friends. It is beautiful, in a valley, surrounded by mountains
There are many neighborhood parks and a good river for fishing. Ski slopes are within a half hour's drive and there are several great places for cross country skiing.
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There are nice cultural activities with a community theater, an arts center, and concerts and plays at the local college. Most of all the people are friendly and you can get to know each other.
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Cortland Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Cortland
The current population in Cortland is 17,450. The population has decreased 9.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 17,450 | -0.1% |
| 2023 | 17,465 | -0.6% |
| 2022 | 17,574 | -0.0% |
| 2021 | 17,577 | -5.7% |
| 2020 | 18,633 | -0.6% |
| 2019 | 18,739 | -0.5% |
| 2018 | 18,828 | -0.5% |
| 2017 | 18,914 | -0.5% |
| 2016 | 19,018 | -0.6% |
| 2015 | 19,134 | -0.4% |
| 2014 | 19,218 | 0.2% |
| 2013 | 19,187 | -0.4% |
| 2012 | 19,271 | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 19,261 | 0.0% |
| 2010 | 19,257 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Cortland
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Cortland is:
85.5% White with 14,922 White residents.
2.9% African American with 504 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 0 American Indian residents.
1.7% Asian with 304 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 12 Other residents.
4.2% Two Or More with 740 Two Or More residents.
5.5% Hispanic with 968 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Cortland | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 85.5% | 52.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 2.9% | 13.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.7% | 9.0% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.2% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 5.5% | 19.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Cortland
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Cortland is 51.9% female with 9,055 female residents.
Cortland is 48.1% male with 8,395 male residents.
| Gender | Cortland | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.2% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.8% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Cortland for adults over 25
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4.0% of adults in Cortland completed < 9th grade.
5.0% of adults in Cortland completed 9-12th grade.
33.0% of adults in Cortland completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Cortland completed some college.
10.0% of adults in Cortland completed associate's degree.
13.0% of adults in Cortland completed bachelor's degree.
10.0% of adults in Cortland completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Cortland completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Cortland completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Cortland | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 5.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 33.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 10.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 10.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Cortland, New York
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7.4% of households in Cortland earn Less than $10,000.
5.7% of households in Cortland earn $10,000 to $14,999.
11.3% of households in Cortland earn $15,000 to $24,999.
5.7% of households in Cortland earn $25,000 to $34,999.
12.3% of households in Cortland earn $35,000 to $49,999.
17.2% of households in Cortland earn $50,000 to $74,999.
15.6% of households in Cortland earn $75,000 to $99,999.
16.3% of households in Cortland earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.2% of households in Cortland earn $150,000 to $199,999.
3.3% of households in Cortland earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Cortland | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.4% | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.7% | 3.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 11.3% | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 5.7% | 6.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 12.3% | 8.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 17.2% | 13.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 15.6% | 11.4% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 16.3% | 16.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.2% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 3.3% | 17.1% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
