Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
23%
Avg Rent
$1,351
Population
8,045
Renter Mix
42% Rent
Sitting along the Seneca River just 12 miles northwest of Syracuse, Baldwinsville—affectionately called "B'ville" by locals—has small-town character that doesn't need to announce itself. The walkable downtown features independent shops, casual dining, and historic buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Paper Mill Island Amphitheater draws summer crowds for outdoor concerts, while Seneca River Days and Baldwinsville Oktoberfest give the community a lively social calendar. The village's roots trace to Dr. Jonas Baldwin, who built a dam and private canal here in the late 1700s, shaping the waterway that defines the area today.
For renters, Baldwinsville offers everything from cozy apartments in traditional buildings to townhomes and apartment communities in quieter residential pockets. The village spans just four square miles, making getting around on foot or by bike genuinely practical. Commuters can hop on I-690 and reach downtown Syracuse in roughly 15 minutes. Whether you're drawn to the riverfront scenery, the close-knit atmosphere, or easy access to a larger city, Baldwinsville delivers an appealing alternative to urban living.
Median Household Income
$74,838
Average: $96,124
Education
2,280
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,098
Workers Employed
Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
23%
Housing Distribution
Baldwinsville has more homeowners than renters.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Baldwinsville, NY is $854 for a studio, $1,345 for one bedroom, $1,551 for two bedrooms, and $2,131 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Baldwinsville has increased by 5.5% in the past year.
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Baldwinsville, NY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
Limited Public Transit
Transit
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
Catherine M Mcnamara Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
494 Students
Public
Grades K-5
488 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
513 Students
Harry E Elden Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
504 Students
L Pearl Palmer Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
467 Students
Theodore R Durgee Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
848 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
846 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,240 Students
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