Onondaga
The economic and cultural heart of Central New York.
Location Profile Data
Core Stats
- Population
- 476,516
- Established
- 1794
- Seat / Hub
- Syracuse
- Coordinates
- 43.0156, -76.2257 ↗
Demographics & Economy
- Median Income
- $68,674
- Home Price
- $201,500
- Median Age
- 39 yrs
- Households
- 189,151
Geography & Climate
- Land Area
- 778 mi²
- Water Area
- 27 mi²
- Highest Elevation
- 2,120 ft
- Snowfall
- 127" / yr
Infrastructure & Key Industries
- • Healthcare
- • Higher Education
- • Advanced Manufacturing
- • Logistics
- I-81
- I-90 (NYS Thruway)
- I-690
- I-481
- • Syracuse University
- • SUNY Upstate Medical
- • Le Moyne College
- • Onondaga Community College
Welcome to Onondaga County. From its defining natural landscapes to its deep regional history, Onondaga is an essential part of the 315 area code.
The Landscape
Situated in the exact geographic center of New York State, Onondaga County is defined by its stunning glacial lakes. Skaneateles Lake offers some of the cleanest water in the country, while Onondaga Lake anchors the metropolitan footprint of Syracuse.
Economy & Culture
As the economic anchor of Central New York, Onondaga is transforming rapidly into a hub for smart systems and semiconductor manufacturing. Beyond industry, it features top-tier medical facilities, Division I college athletics, and a vibrant downtown arts district.
Towns & Villages in Onondaga
Baldwinsville ->
A thriving river town divided by the Seneca River locks.
Brewerton ->
A bustling hamlet sitting directly on the shores of Oneida Lake.
Camillus ->
A historic Erie Canal town west of Syracuse.
Cicero ->
A rapidly growing suburb branching off Oneida Lake.
Clay ->
The largest and most populous town in Onondaga County.
DeWitt ->
A bustling commercial and residential hub east of Syracuse.
East Syracuse ->
Deeply tied to historic railroad and industrial expansion.
Elbridge ->
A historic village near the Seneca River.
Fabius ->
A quiet, historic farming community near Highland Forest.
Fayetteville ->
A picturesque village surrounded by parks and trails.
Geddes ->
Home to the Great New York State Fairgrounds.
Kirkville ->
A tiny Erie Canal hamlet bordered by massive state parks.
LaFayette ->
The majestic Apple Capital of Onondaga County.
Liverpool ->
Historic village on the northern shore of Onondaga Lake.
Lysander ->
Massive township encompassing Radisson and rich agricultural land.
Manlius ->
One of the most affluent residential villages in Central New York.
Marcellus ->
A quaint, tight-knit community surrounded by steep hills.
Marcellus ->
A picturesque rural village nestled in the steep valley.
Mattydale ->
A dense, classically post-war residential suburb.
Minoa ->
A peaceful residential village adjacent to massive rail yards.
North Syracuse ->
A sprawling village centered on Route 11.
Otisco ->
Located on the tranquil shores of Otisco Lake.
Pompey ->
The highest elevation town in the county, famous for massive vistas.
Salina ->
Historically rooted in the massive Syracuse salt industry.
Skaneateles ->
A historic lakeside jewel with crystal clear blue water.
Spafford ->
High elevation farm country offering dramatic views of Skaneateles Lake.
Syracuse ->
The Salt City and heart of Central New York.
Tully ->
The scenic southern gateway to Onondaga County.
Van Buren ->
Suburban and rural blend running along the Seneca River.