Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 13% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
23%
Baldwinsville, NY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,348
Population
8,045
Renter Mix
42% Rent
A riverfront village filled with history and charm.
Village Living
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Family-Friendly
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Upstate New York
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.
Explore the City
Baldwinsville visitor center is located a small walk down a beautiful trail along the river.
Downtown Baldwinsville has an old small town feel typical of New England.
Stop and smell the fresh flowers that can be found on the sidewalks of Baldwinsville.
Enjoy the live music and bands at the Seneca River Days event in Baldwinsville every year.
Come watch the sunset over the Seneca River at the Seneca River Days event in Baldwinsville.
Come get some fresh eggs from local farms at the Baldwinsville Farmer's Market.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,838
Average: $96,124
Education
2,280
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,098
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Baldwinsville has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
42%
Non-Renters
58%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Baldwinsville, NY is $854 for a studio, $1,344 for one bedroom, $1,571 for two bedrooms, and $2,133 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Baldwinsville has increased by 5.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,344/month
740 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Baldwinsville, NY is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
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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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Beaver Lake Nature Center
- Camillus Erie Canal Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Syracuse Hancock International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.