Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 21% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
17%
Geneva, NY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,255
Population
12,866
Renter Mix
52% Rent
An idyllic resort community in the heart of the Finger Lakes region
Rural
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Lake
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Scenic
The city of Geneva is a picturesque community located at the northern tip of Seneca Lake. The gorgeous natural scenery and charming community atmosphere have made Geneva one of Upstate New York’s most popular tourism destinations, and locals have the luxury of enjoying this idyllic environment every day. In addition to the gorgeous natural surroundings, the city is also known for its beautiful historic architecture, from the brick buildings of Downtown to the iconic Belhurst Castle. The city center hosts a thriving collective of unique restaurants, taverns, coffeehouses, and specialty shops, serving as a popular after-hours destination for locals and visitors alike. The rental market in Geneva features a mix of apartments and single-family homes, with a variety of historic and contemporary designs to suit every taste.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$62,879
Average: $75,121
Education
3,759
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,196
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Geneva has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
52%
Non-Renters
48%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Geneva, NY is $1,044 for a studio, $1,255 for one bedroom, $1,216 for two bedrooms, and $932 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Geneva has increased by 3.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,255/month
453 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Geneva, NY is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
North Street Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
496 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
425 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
442 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
601 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Finger Lakes Railway
- Seneca Lake State Park
- Waterloo Harbor Campground
- Sampson State Park
Military Bases
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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.