Utica, NY Census Data
The 11th largest city in New York by population · 17 cities ranked
Utica is the 11th largest city in New York by population and ranks 14th of 17 for median household income. With 64,440 residents, its poverty rate of 27.6% ranks among the higher rates in New York. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
64,440
48.9% male · 51.1% female
Median Age
35.0
3.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$51,513
$27,025 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
21.7%
13.3% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 80.4%
Poverty Rate
27.6%
15.2% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.5%
Broadband Access
93.5%
3.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$133,400
Median rent: $907 · 50% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
7.2%
Labor force participation: 51.6%
Per Capita Income
$33,509
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
4.8%
Disability rate: 15.7%
How Utica Compares to Other New York Cities
Rankings among all 17 New York cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 11th of 17 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 14th of 17 | Bottom 25% |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 16th of 17 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 16th of 17 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Home Value | 15th of 17 | Bottom 25% |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
Commute to Work
Utica, NY Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Utica, NY?
The population of Utica, NY is 64,440 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 35.0 years.
What is the median household income in Utica?
The median household income in Utica, NY is $51,513, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $33,509.
What is the poverty rate in Utica?
The poverty rate in Utica, NY is 27.6%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.5% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Utica residents have a college degree?
21.7% of adults (25+) in Utica hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 80.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Utica?
The median home value in Utica, NY is $133,400. Median rent is $907 per month, with 50% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Utica?
Utica's population is 57.1% White, 14.5% Black, 14.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 11.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Utica rank among New York cities?
Utica is the 11th largest city in New York by population, the 14th highest for median household income, the 16th lowest for poverty rate, the 16th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 17 ranked New York cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Utica?
The unemployment rate in Utica, NY is 7.2%, with a labor force participation rate of 51.6%. Per capita income is $33,509.
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