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Lansing, New York, in Tompkins county, is 42 miles SW of Syracuse, New York (center to center) and 125 miles E of Buffalo, New York. The village has a population of 3,417.
In Lansing, about 48% of adults are married. A relatively large number of people in Lansing live by themselves. The village is known for its large population of single adults.
Approximately 32% of Lansing is non-white. The village boasts a diverse population for New York, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.
Interestingly, Lansing is known for having more men than similar villages.
In 2000, Lansing had a median family income of $48,167. To its credit, the people in Lansing value education and a large proportion are college graduates. An unusual characteristic of the village is the share of people in it who work at home.
In the 2004 election, John Kerry was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Lansing ($1,750). Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.
About 28% of housing units in Lansing are owner-occupied. Housing in the village tends to be newer construction. Many residents rent one-bedroom or studio apartments.
In Lansing, 82% of commuters drive to work. Residents of the village, taking advantage of public transportation, try to avoid being as dependent on their cars as people in some other places. Commuting to work is generally easier in Lansing than in most places of its size.
Lansing strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| College Educated Adults (vs. Peers) | Top 1% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers) | Top 1% | |
| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 5% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. Peers) | Top 6% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
Comparing Lansing to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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