
City vs city
Merrick, NY vs Syracuse, NY
| Merrick | Syracuse | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,816 | 146,211 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 3.9% | 0.1% |
| Median home value | $715,700 | $125,100 |
| Median rent | $2,756 | $998 |
| Household income | $179,415 | $45,845 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% | 7.4% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 34% | 17% |
| State crime /100k | 1,935 | 1,935 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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