Ithaca
- Town in New York
Ithaca
- grade AOverall Grade
- Town in New York
- Rating 3.99 out of 5 155 reviews
Report Card
- Public Schoolsgrade A
- Crime & Safetygrade C+
- Housinggrade C minus
- Nightlifegrade A+
- Good for Familiesgrade A
- Diversitygrade B+
- Jobsgrade C+
- Weathergrade C
- Cost of Livinggrade C minus
- Health & Fitnessgrade A
- Outdoor Activitiesgrade A
- Commutegrade A+
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Real Estate
Median Home Value
$282,000
National
$244,900Median Rent
$1,248
National
$1,163Area Feel
Urban Suburban Mix
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Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and expert insights.
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
grade C+
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Assault171.4national 282.7
- Murder0national 6.1
- Rape45.3national 40.7
- Robbery100.2national 135.5
Property Crimes
- Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
- Burglary455.9national 500.1
- Theft3,233.4national 2,042.8
- Motor Vehicle Theft51.7national 284
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Working in Ithaca
Jobs
grade C+
Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$40,973
National
$69,021Top Public Schools Serving Ithaca
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Ithaca Reviews
Rating 3.99 out of 5 155 reviews
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I might be a bit biased since I was born and raised near or in Ithaca, but I think this is the best city on the planet. We have a great music scene, gorgeous scenery, and some of the best restaurants I can remember going to. And the winters aren't nearly as bad as people say! Just dress like you're going on an arctic expedition, and you'll be fine.
I loved the diversity and community aspect Ithaca provided. I moved to Ithaca for the purpose of attending college, however, once being here for a year, I was able to call it home. It is constantly advocating and promoting rights for those that are undervalued and marginalized through marches, protests, and events held down in the beautiful Ithaca Commons. It also screams community. All year round they hold events like Apple Fest, Ice Fest, Chili Fest, and even Porch Fest. These events bring so many of its community members together to gather in the commons and experience Ithaca for all the love and beauty it really is.
Ithaca is a beautiful town, with so many excellent qualities. As a multi-college-town (Ithaca College, Cornell University, Tompkins County Community College), it functions as a great hub of student life. There are more restaurants per capita than in New York City! Not to mention the surrounding natural areas- amazing, beautiful! The cost of living is a bit high, but overall, I have very few complaints.