Median Age
37 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
27%
Over 65
17%
Utica, NY
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,136
Population
61,471
Renter Mix
56% Rent
Discover the many gems of this dynamic town
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Diverse
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Historic
Nestled in the Mohawk Valley, Utica combines city living with natural surroundings. The city's neighborhoods feature diverse housing options, from historic Victorian homes in the Rutger-Steuben Park Historic District to contemporary apartments near downtown. One-bedroom apartments average $1,161 per month, showing a 3.5% annual increase. Downtown Utica houses the new Wynn Hospital, the historic Stanley Theater, and the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute. The city's park system, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., includes F.T. Proctor Park and Memorial Parkway, while Val Bialas Ski Center offers winter recreation opportunities.
Utica's community spirit shines through its multicultural heritage, which has shaped the local dining scene. The city's signature dishes include chicken riggies and Utica greens, while restaurants throughout the city serve cuisine from around the world. The historic Matt Brewing Company, established in 1888 and among America's top craft breweries, continues to operate from its original West End location. With its mix of housing options, established neighborhoods, and cultural attractions, Utica offers renters an authentic community experience rooted in tradition while embracing growth.
Explore the City
The Stanley Theatre hosts a variety of concerts, shows and Broadway-style performances.
Utica resident golfers can take swings at the public Valley View Golf Course.
Utica is host to a number of outlets for entertainment, such as the Italian Festival.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$42,025
Average: $59,975
Education
10,874
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
25,393
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Utica has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
56%
Non-Renters
44%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
13%
Other Education
87%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Utica, NY is $936 for a studio, $1,136 for one bedroom, $1,475 for two bedrooms, and $1,125 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Utica has decreased by -0.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,136/month
623 Sq Ft
House
$1,968/month
889 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Utica, NY is 3.3% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Utica is 10.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $936 - $1,475. You can expect to pay 1.9% less for groceries, 0.8% more for utilities, and 6.7% more for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Utica, NY is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
320 Students
Martin Luther King Jr Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
302 Students
Watson Williams Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
590 Students
Public
Grades K-5
585 Students
Public
Grades K-5
478 Students
Senator James H Donovan Middle School
Public
Grades 6-8
749 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
687 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,818 Students
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Points of Interest
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Parks and Recreation
- Adirondack Scenic Railroad
- Utica Zoo
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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 February 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.