Utica

Utica, New York Overview

Utica faces challenges across several categories, earning a C grade (46.7/100) and ranking #16 of 20 cities in New York. Even so, the city scores 73/100 in Affordability — a relative bright spot compared to its Fiscal Health score of 12/100.

Income & Employment in Utica

The median household income in Utica is $51,513, 37% below the statewide median of $81,386. The local unemployment rate of 4.4% is lower than the state’s 4.5%.

Safety in Utica

Utica’s violent crime rate of 478.4 per 100,000 runs above the New York average of 364. The property crime rate is 3010.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Utica

Utica is an affordable pocket within an otherwise expensive state — its cost of living index of 92.3 sits well below New York’s 108 (100 = national average). The median home value is $133,400. Median monthly rent is $907. Renters spend 21.1% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Utica

The adult obesity rate in Utica is 39.6%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 14.1%. Residents report an average of 19.4 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. New York ranks #14 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Utica

Utica has a high school graduation rate of 76.4%. The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,125 per student, well above the national median. The city has 14 public schools serving 9,339 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Utica

The annual average temperature in Utica is 51.6°F. Summers average 68.9°F. Winters average 35.8°F. Precipitation is abundant at 61.4 inches per year. The average commute of 16.9 minutes is notably short.

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