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8,622,467
TOTAL POPULATION
4,148,719
MALE POPULATION
4,473,748
FEMALE POPULATION
92.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
107.83
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.5
MEDIAN AGE
3.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$48,066
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,984
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$76,607
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
14.7%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
85.3¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$11,079
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.55
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,447,787
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
63.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
7.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Race in New York

The most populous races in New York are White / Caucasian (3,230,647 | 37.5%), Hispanic or Latino (2,503,005 | 29.0%), and Black / African American (1,992,200 | 23.1%).
Race in New York
Race# Population% Population
Asian1,247,99414.5%
Black / African American1,992,20023.1%
Hawaiian / Pacific5,4310.1%
Hispanic or Latino2,503,00529.0%
Native / Alaskan52,8280.6%
White / Caucasian3,230,64737.5%
Two or more Races767,5018.9%
Some other Race1,325,86615.4%
Total8,622,467100.0%

Ancestry in New York

The most populous ancestries reported in New York are Dominican (737,277 | 8.6%), Puerto Rican (645,158 | 7.5%), Indian (Asian) (627,035 | 7.3%), Italian (506,675 | 5.9%), and South American (408,570 | 4.7%), together accounting for 33.9% of all New York residents.
Ancestry in New York
Ancestry# Population% Population
Afghan3,2160.0%
African93,9111.1%
Alaska Native3520.0%
Albanian36,9990.4%
Aleut340.0%
Alsatian2120.0%
American318,2033.7%
Apache6280.0%
Arab110,8891.3%
Argentinean18,1630.2%
Armenian10,2270.1%
Assyrian / Chaldean / Syriac2090.0%
Australian5,6820.1%
Austrian21,3830.3%
Bahamian1,6270.0%
Bangladeshi2840.0%
Barbadian22,5930.3%
Basque7990.0%
Belgian3,8760.0%
Belizean7,1050.1%
Bermudan5690.0%
Bhutanese37,5670.4%
Blackfeet2,9440.0%
Bolivian4,1130.1%
Brazilian12,8690.2%
British26,3680.3%
British West Indian49,3700.6%
Bulgarian4,0530.1%
Burmese92,3701.1%
Cajun5280.0%
Cambodian6240.0%
Canadian9,9940.1%
Cape Verdean6350.0%
Carpatho Rusyn1580.0%
Celtic3570.0%
Central American185,5202.1%
Central American Indian31,1690.4%
Cherokee9,1510.1%
Cheyenne240.0%
Chickasaw4010.0%
Chilean8,6250.1%
Chinese60.0%
Chippewa6690.0%
Choctaw7610.0%
Colombian109,8621.3%
Colville180.0%
Comanche290.0%
Costa Rican6,6140.1%
Cree2330.0%
Creek4570.0%
Croatian9,3310.1%
Crow710.0%
Cuban41,0290.5%
Cypriot1,5770.0%
Czech11,7660.1%
Czechoslovakian2,7100.0%
Danish7,8290.1%
Delaware3120.0%
Dominican737,2778.6%
Dutch22,4520.3%
Dutch West Indian1,0190.0%
Eastern European73,4030.9%
Ecuadorian198,4672.3%
Egyptian29,4980.3%
English167,7901.9%
Estonian9760.0%
Ethiopian4,5180.1%
European75,2670.9%
Fijian560.0%
Filipino15,8340.2%
Finnish4,0520.1%
French67,7370.8%
French American Indian1970.0%
French Canadian10,1260.1%
German248,5482.9%
German Russian2430.0%
Ghanaian27,6270.3%
Greek62,9440.7%
Guamanian / Chamorro9670.0%
Guatemalan43,9200.5%
Guyanese124,6371.5%
Haitian118,6741.4%
Hmong660.0%
Honduran50,3950.6%
Hopi20.0%
Houma40.0%
Hungarian52,5600.6%
Icelander4730.0%
Indian (Asian)627,0357.3%
Indonesian6,4770.1%
Inupiat2520.0%
Iranian13,1280.2%
Iraqi1,9320.0%
Irish377,1934.4%
Iroquois4,3890.1%
Israeli18,6020.2%
Italian506,6755.9%
Jamaican215,9582.5%
Japanese3,0290.0%
Jordanian1,8870.0%
Kenyan1,1360.0%
Kiowa210.0%
Korean94,9041.1%
Laotian6,7360.1%
Latvian3,8880.1%
Lebanese14,5940.2%
Liberian4,1240.1%
Lithuanian12,8730.2%
Lumbee2380.0%
Luxembourger3630.0%
Macedonian6,8090.1%
Malaysian1,0210.0%
Maltese2,5880.0%
Menominee410.0%
Mexican338,1193.9%
Mexican American Indian13,8500.2%
Mongolian4,0090.1%
Moroccan12,0760.1%
Native Hawaiian4,3240.1%
Navajo4390.0%
New Zealander6690.0%
Nicaraguan11,2880.1%
Nigerian32,3380.4%
Northern European5,4950.1%
Norwegian22,0760.3%
Okinawan1,4890.0%
Osage1160.0%
Paiute570.0%
Pakistani8,8940.1%
Palestinian4,3760.1%
Panamanian22,5580.3%
Paraguayan4,1270.1%
Pennsylvania German5050.0%
Peruvian42,4200.5%
Pima290.0%
Polish188,5112.2%
Portuguese14,6460.2%
Potawatomi620.0%
Pueblo2920.0%
Puerto Rican645,1587.5%
Puget Sound Salish120.0%
Romanian28,0080.3%
Russian179,1822.1%
Salvadoran49,5790.6%
Samoan1,4280.0%
Scandinavian5,4080.1%
Scotch-Irish14,1170.2%
Scottish40,2250.5%
Seminole1300.0%
Senegalese4,7920.1%
Serbian5,2980.1%
Shoshone820.0%
Sierra Leonean1,3550.0%
Sioux7750.0%
Slavic4,8590.1%
Slovak7,5710.1%
Slovene1,5830.0%
Somali1,0230.0%
South African2,2630.0%
South American408,5704.7%
South American Indian6,2900.1%
Soviet Union7690.0%
Spaniard29,5760.3%
Spanish13,9110.2%
Spanish American7500.0%
Spanish American Indian8430.0%
Sri Lankan21,8340.3%
Subsaharan African199,4092.3%
Sudanese1,8280.0%
Swedish23,6490.3%
Swiss7,6390.1%
Syrian11,1810.1%
Taiwanese1820.0%
Thai254,4142.9%
Tohono O'Odham810.0%
Tongan3180.0%
Trinidadian and Tobagonian70,9390.8%
Turkish16,9800.2%
U.S. Virgin Islander3,1840.0%
Ugandan5490.0%
Ukrainian68,6800.8%
Uruguayan2,7050.0%
Ute340.0%
Venezuelan17,1580.2%
Vietnamese89,5701.0%
Welsh11,0070.1%
West Indian81,2260.9%
Yugoslavian3,9450.1%
Yuman590.0%
Yup'ik490.0%
Zimbabwean1160.0%
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Immigrants in New York

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in New York came from Latin America (1,558,589 | 18.1%), Asia (944,090 | 11.0%), Caribbean (847,078 | 9.8%), Eastern Asia (471,512 | 5.5%), and Europe (436,430 | 5.1%), together accounting for 49.4% of all New York residents.
Immigrants in New York
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Afghanistan3,0610.0%
Africa155,7111.8%
Albania19,7080.2%
Argentina12,7180.2%
Armenia2,3260.0%
Asia944,09011.0%
Australia9,9290.1%
Austria2,5260.0%
Bahamas1,2390.0%
Bangladesh99,4721.1%
Barbados21,7300.3%
Belarus14,3040.2%
Belgium2,5990.0%
Belize6,2920.1%
Bolivia2,7740.0%
Bosnia and Herzegovina2,0660.0%
Brazil15,5290.2%
Bulgaria3,6990.0%
Cabo Verde1050.0%
Cambodia1,8020.0%
Cameroon8220.0%
Canada26,2010.3%
Caribbean847,0789.8%
Central America281,2643.3%
Chile5,9370.1%
China398,9444.6%
Colombia72,4580.8%
Congo4110.0%
Costa Rica4,0590.1%
Croatia3,8060.0%
Cuba13,1260.2%
Czechoslovakia5,1860.1%
Denmark1,2800.0%
Dominica7,2030.1%
Dominican Republic417,7984.9%
Eastern Africa10,2700.1%
Eastern Asia471,5125.5%
Eastern Europe268,4583.1%
Ecuador125,9591.5%
Egypt21,3410.3%
El Salvador30,0840.4%
England10,6170.1%
Eritrea3080.0%
Ethiopia3,4090.0%
Europe436,4305.1%
Fiji110.0%
France19,1720.2%
Germany14,9790.2%
Ghana30,6340.4%
Greece18,3390.2%
Grenada20,7560.2%
Guatemala28,3710.3%
Guyana143,9801.7%
Haiti81,9260.9%
Honduras32,4330.4%
Hong Kong34,0120.4%
Hungary5,1920.1%
India78,9760.9%
Indonesia5,1260.1%
Iran7,7910.1%
Iraq7130.0%
Ireland11,9540.1%
Israel19,8870.2%
Italy39,8960.5%
Jamaica163,7741.9%
Japan18,8790.2%
Jordan2,1690.0%
Kazakhstan5,0380.1%
Kenya1,8380.0%
Korea53,4680.6%
Kuwait9330.0%
Laos6650.0%
Latin America1,558,58918.1%
Latvia2,2930.0%
Lebanon4,7100.1%
Liberia3,3690.0%
Lithuania1,5730.0%
Malaysia9,8760.1%
Mexico158,7581.8%
Micronesia760.0%
Middle Africa2,6190.0%
Moldova5,0790.1%
Morocco7,4730.1%
Nepal12,3580.1%
Netherlands2,9030.0%
Nicaragua6,7790.1%
Nigeria24,4510.3%
North Macedonia2,2980.0%
Northern Africa35,5320.4%
Northern Europe49,6040.6%
Norway1,2360.0%
Oceania11,7200.1%
Pakistan36,8040.4%
Panama14,1790.2%
Peru28,4890.3%
Philippines57,1910.7%
Poland41,6530.5%
Portugal1,9800.0%
Romania12,8020.2%
Russia61,3460.7%
Saudi Arabia1,3630.0%
Scotland1,6530.0%
Senegal6,9500.1%
Serbia3,3810.0%
Sierra Leone2,3990.0%
Singapore2,9920.0%
Somalia4370.0%
South Africa3,9310.1%
South America430,2475.0%
South Central Asia286,5623.3%
South Eastern Asia105,8181.2%
Southern Europe71,7990.8%
Spain10,6240.1%
Sri Lanka5,3440.1%
St. Vincent and the Grenadines12,5270.2%
Sudan2,2260.0%
Sweden2,3070.0%
Switzerland2,5350.0%
Syria5,2850.1%
Taiwan21,5750.3%
Thailand6,7960.1%
Trinidad and Tobago76,3930.9%
Turkey10,9420.1%
Uganda5740.0%
Ukraine62,5400.7%
Uruguay2,4020.0%
Uzbekistan30,6620.4%
Venezuela14,0400.2%
Vietnam14,1800.2%
West Indies6,1030.1%
Western Africa93,8491.1%
Western Asia77,4800.9%
Western Europe44,9370.5%
Yemen10,5670.1%
Zaire5060.0%
Zimbabwe6030.0%
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Sex and Age in New York

Sex and Age in New York

The most populous age groups in New York are 30 to 34 Years (369,971 | 8.9%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (379,533 | 8.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in New York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years266,209 (6.4%)254,258 (5.7%)
5 to 9 Years239,116 (5.8%)230,070 (5.1%)
10 to 14 Years257,842 (6.2%)244,080 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Years236,587 (5.7%)230,527 (5.1%)
20 to 24 Years260,364 (6.3%)276,804 (6.2%)
25 to 29 Years356,701 (8.6%)379,533 (8.5%)
30 to 34 Years369,971 (8.9%)374,144 (8.4%)
35 to 39 Years314,480 (7.6%)314,546 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years274,288 (6.6%)289,331 (6.5%)
45 to 49 Years259,117 (6.2%)273,203 (6.1%)
50 to 54 Years262,409 (6.3%)278,152 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years263,124 (6.3%)282,997 (6.3%)
60 to 64 Years233,003 (5.6%)265,972 (5.9%)
65 to 69 Years191,316 (4.6%)230,211 (5.1%)
70 to 74 Years148,107 (3.6%)193,388 (4.3%)
75 to 79 Years94,936 (2.3%)137,854 (3.1%)
80 to 84 Years62,343 (1.5%)103,524 (2.3%)
85 Years and over58,806 (1.4%)115,154 (2.6%)
Total4,148,719 (100.0%)4,473,748 (100.0%)

Families and Households in New York

Median Family Size in New York

The median family size in New York is 3.33 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,189,789 | 61.6%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.45 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (182,976 | 9.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.93 persons per family.
Median Family Size in New York
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,189,789 (61.6%)3.45
Single Male/Father182,976 (9.5%)2.93
Single Female/Mother558,231 (28.9%)3.21
Total Families1,930,996 (100.0%)3.33

Median Household Size in New York

The median household size in New York is 2.56 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,189,789 | 36.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.51 persons per household. non-family households (1,351,808 | 41.2%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.29 persons per household.
Median Household Size in New York
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,189,789 (36.2%)3.51
Single Male/Father182,976 (5.6%)3.27
Single Female/Mother558,231 (17.0%)3.38
Non-family1,351,808 (41.2%)1.29
Total Households3,282,804 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in New York

Out of a total of 3,282,804 households in New York, 1,930,996 (58.8%) are family households, while 1,351,808 (41.2%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 726,177, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,075,277.
Household Size by Marriage Status in New York
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-1,075,277 (32.8%)
2-Person Households726,177 (22.1%)215,923 (6.6%)
3-Person Households496,890 (15.1%)42,111 (1.3%)
4-Person Households379,886 (11.6%)12,859 (0.4%)
5-Person Households182,780 (5.6%)3,519 (0.1%)
6-Person Households81,163 (2.5%)1,517 (0.1%)
7+ Person Households64,100 (1.9%)602 (0.0%)
Total1,930,996 (58.8%)1,351,808 (41.2%)

Female Fertility in New York

Fertility by Age in New York

Average fertility rate in New York is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 58.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 60.5% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in New York
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years1,947 (1.9%)8.0
20 to 34 years60,273 (60.5%)58.0
35 to 50 years37,465 (37.6%)40.0
Total99,685 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in New York

69.4% of women with births (99,685) in New York are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 87.2% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 20.6% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in New York
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years249 (12.8%)1,698 (87.2%)
20 to 34 years39,177 (65.0%)21,096 (35.0%)
35 to 50 years29,747 (79.4%)7,718 (20.6%)
Total69,181 (69.4%)30,504 (30.6%)

Fertility by Education in New York

Average fertility rate in New York is 45.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 59.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of less than high school have the lowest fertility at 38.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree represent 23.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in New York
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School13,250 (13.3%)38.0
High School Diploma20,930 (21.0%)52.0
College or Associate's Degree20,232 (20.3%)41.0
Bachelor's Degree23,537 (23.6%)40.0
Graduate Degree21,736 (21.8%)59.0
Total99,685 (100.0%)45.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in New York

30.6% of women with births in New York are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of graduate degree are most likely to be married with 90.7% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of less than high school are least likely to be married with 49.1% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in New York
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School6,744 (50.9%)6,506 (49.1%)
High School Diploma11,784 (56.3%)9,146 (43.7%)
College or Associate's Degree11,593 (57.3%)8,639 (42.7%)
Bachelor's Degree19,324 (82.1%)4,213 (17.9%)
Graduate Degree19,715 (90.7%)2,021 (9.3%)
Total69,181 (69.4%)30,504 (30.6%)

Income in New York

Income Overview in New York

Per Capita Income in New York is $48,066, while median incomes of families and households are $86,984 and $76,607 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,622,467$48,066
Median Family Income1,930,996$86,984
Mean Family Income1,930,996$138,569
Median Household Income3,282,804$76,607
Mean Household Income3,282,804$122,667
Income Deficit1,930,996$11,079
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,622,46714.74%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,622,46785.26¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,622,4670.55

Earnings by Sex in New York

Average Earnings in New York are $47,870, $52,374 for men and $44,656 for women, a difference of 14.7%.
Earnings by Sex in New York
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,287,002 (50.7%)$52,374
Female2,225,756 (49.3%)$44,656
Total4,512,758 (100.0%)$47,870

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in New York

The most common earnings brackets in New York are $100,000+ for men (556,612 | 24.3%) and $100,000+ for women (401,302 | 18.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in New York
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less74,840 (3.3%)93,875 (4.2%)
$2,500 to $4,99949,556 (2.2%)64,398 (2.9%)
$5,000 to $7,49952,419 (2.3%)67,246 (3.0%)
$7,500 to $9,99941,681 (1.8%)53,406 (2.4%)
$10,000 to $12,49955,451 (2.4%)76,931 (3.5%)
$12,500 to $14,99944,737 (2.0%)59,029 (2.6%)
$15,000 to $17,49953,486 (2.3%)67,848 (3.0%)
$17,500 to $19,99942,974 (1.9%)56,728 (2.5%)
$20,000 to $22,49955,275 (2.4%)62,455 (2.8%)
$22,500 to $24,99969,292 (3.0%)79,903 (3.6%)
$25,000 to $29,999131,814 (5.8%)133,932 (6.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999118,741 (5.2%)114,885 (5.2%)
$35,000 to $39,999105,710 (4.6%)94,483 (4.2%)
$40,000 to $44,99996,570 (4.2%)93,309 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999105,487 (4.6%)101,896 (4.6%)
$50,000 to $54,99987,233 (3.8%)86,752 (3.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999161,072 (7.0%)153,185 (6.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999133,083 (5.8%)124,566 (5.6%)
$75,000 to $99,999250,969 (11.0%)239,627 (10.8%)
$100,000+556,612 (24.3%)401,302 (18.0%)
Total2,287,002 (100.0%)2,225,756 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in New York

Average earnings in New York are $57,141 for men and $49,177 for women, a difference of 13.9%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $108,048, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $31,804. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $86,945, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $22,659.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in New York
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$31,804$22,659
High School Diploma$41,379$30,063
College or Associate's Degree$50,365$40,106
Bachelor's Degree$80,558$67,110
Graduate Degree$108,048$86,945
Total$57,141$49,177

Family Income in New York

Family Income Brackets in New York

According to the New York family income data, there are 347,579 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 18.0% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 57,930 families (3.0%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in New York
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00090,7574.7%
$10,000 to $14,99957,9303.0%
$15,000 to $24,999121,6536.3%
$25,000 to $34,999127,4466.6%
$35,000 to $49,999183,4459.5%
$50,000 to $74,999272,27014.1%
$75,000 to $99,999218,20311.3%
$100,000 to $149,999314,75216.3%
$150,000 to $199,999195,03110.1%
$200,000+347,57918.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in New York

7+ person families (52,352 | 2.7%) account for the highest median family income in New York with $117,541 per family, while 2-person families (790,285 | 40.9%) have the highest median income of $37,438 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in New York
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families790,285 (40.9%)$74,875
3-Person Families490,923 (25.4%)$86,335
4-Person Families361,425 (18.7%)$105,776
5-Person Families166,239 (8.6%)$98,181
6-Person Families69,772 (3.6%)$97,694
7+ Person Families52,352 (2.7%)$117,541
Total1,930,996 (100.0%)$86,984

Family Income by Number of Earners in New York

The median family income in New York is $86,984, with families comprising 3+ earners (254,759) having the highest median family income of $145,592, while families with no earners (259,487) have the lowest median family income of $25,207, accounting for 13.2% and 13.4% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in New York
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners259,487 (13.4%)$25,207
1 Earner645,973 (33.5%)$58,063
2 Earners770,777 (39.9%)$123,303
3+ Earners254,759 (13.2%)$145,592
Total1,930,996 (100.0%)$86,984

Household Income in New York

Household Income Brackets in New York

With 512,117 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in New York, accounting for 15.6% of all households. In contrast, only 183,837 households (5.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in New York
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000229,7967.0%
$10,000 to $14,999183,8375.6%
$15,000 to $24,999242,9277.4%
$25,000 to $34,999219,9486.7%
$35,000 to $49,999295,4529.0%
$50,000 to $74,999443,17913.5%
$75,000 to $99,999354,54310.8%
$100,000 to $149,999502,26915.3%
$150,000 to $199,999295,4529.0%
$200,000+512,11715.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in New York

The median household income in New York is $76,607, with the highest median household income of $95,324 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 1,180,277 households (35.9%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $46,949, with 821,078 households (25.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in New York
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years81,935 (2.5%)$55,067
25 to 44 Years1,180,277 (35.9%)$95,324
45 to 64 Years1,199,514 (36.5%)$81,821
65+ Years821,078 (25.0%)$46,949
Total3,282,804 (100.0%)$76,607

Poverty in New York

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in New York

With 15.8% poverty level for males and 18.5% for females among the residents of New York, 5 year old males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 12,019 males (25.7%) and 66,449 females (24.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in New York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57,808 (22.2%)54,466 (22.0%)
5 Years12,019 (25.7%)9,636 (20.9%)
6 to 11 Years68,817 (23.8%)66,449 (24.2%)
12 to 14 Years36,625 (24.0%)32,333 (22.3%)
15 Years10,892 (22.5%)9,770 (21.9%)
16 and 17 Years21,416 (22.7%)21,279 (23.1%)
18 to 24 Years70,107 (21.1%)79,320 (23.3%)
25 to 34 Years77,087 (10.7%)111,874 (14.9%)
35 to 44 Years64,250 (11.0%)103,799 (17.2%)
45 to 54 Years68,110 (13.1%)80,516 (14.6%)
55 to 64 Years73,777 (15.0%)90,822 (16.6%)
65 to 74 Years49,217 (14.7%)77,066 (18.4%)
75 Years and over36,006 (17.3%)76,147 (22.3%)
Total646,131 (15.8%)813,477 (18.5%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in New York

According to the poverty statistics in New York, males aged 25 to 34 years and females aged 45 to 54 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 89.3% of males and 85.4% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in New York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years202,683 (77.8%)193,678 (78.0%)
5 Years34,668 (74.3%)36,473 (79.1%)
6 to 11 Years220,813 (76.2%)208,127 (75.8%)
12 to 14 Years115,675 (75.9%)112,469 (77.7%)
15 Years37,542 (77.5%)34,851 (78.1%)
16 and 17 Years72,805 (77.3%)70,943 (76.9%)
18 to 24 Years262,272 (78.9%)261,110 (76.7%)
25 to 34 Years644,578 (89.3%)639,705 (85.1%)
35 to 44 Years521,467 (89.0%)499,453 (82.8%)
45 to 54 Years450,445 (86.9%)469,983 (85.4%)
55 to 64 Years417,805 (85.0%)456,220 (83.4%)
65 to 74 Years284,372 (85.3%)342,212 (81.6%)
75 Years and over171,627 (82.7%)265,391 (77.7%)
Total3,436,752 (84.2%)3,590,615 (81.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in New York

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in New York show that 8.3% or 98,954 of the total 1,189,789 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 37.4%, comprising of 5,230 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 6.7%, which includes 44,655 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in New York
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children621,669 (93.3%)44,655 (6.7%)
1 or 2 Children394,859 (92.3%)33,055 (7.7%)
3 or 4 Children65,561 (80.4%)16,014 (19.6%)
5 or more Children8,746 (62.6%)5,230 (37.4%)
Total1,090,835 (91.7%)98,954 (8.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in New York

According to the poverty data in New York, 13.5% or 24,651 single-father households and 24.7% or 138,163 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 208 households (34.2%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,032 households (68.8%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in New York
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children10,811 (9.8%)35,736 (13.5%)
1 or 2 Children11,351 (17.9%)78,858 (31.4%)
3 or 4 Children2,281 (28.5%)21,537 (55.2%)
5 or more Children208 (34.2%)2,032 (68.8%)
Total24,651 (13.5%)138,163 (24.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in New York

The poverty data for New York shows that 98,954 of the married-couple family households (8.3%) and 162,814 of the single-parent households (22.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 5,230 households (37.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 2,240 household (62.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in New York
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children44,655 (6.7%)46,547 (12.4%)
1 or 2 Children33,055 (7.7%)90,209 (28.6%)
3 or 4 Children16,014 (19.6%)23,818 (50.7%)
5 or more Children5,230 (37.4%)2,240 (62.9%)
Total98,954 (8.3%)162,814 (22.0%)

Employment Characteristics in New York

Employment by Class of Employer in New York

Among the 3,991,760 employed individuals in New York, private company employees (2,614,006 | 65.5%), not-for-profit organizations (441,798 | 11.1%), and local government employees (374,067 | 9.4%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in New York
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,614,00665.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)142,4293.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)238,7086.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations441,79811.1%
Local Government Employees374,0679.4%
State Government Employees100,4962.5%
Federal Government Employees74,1141.9%
Unpaid Family Workers6,1420.2%
Total3,991,760100.0%

Employment Status by Age in New York

According to the labor force statistics for New York, out of the total population over 16 years of age (7,037,637), 63.2% or 4,447,787 individuals are in the labor force, with 7.6% or 338,032 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 84.5% or 628,777 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 28.1% or 21,956 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in New York
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years78,137 (20.9%)21,956 (28.1%)
20 to 24 Years351,308 (65.4%)51,642 (14.7%)
25 to 29 Years611,810 (83.1%)48,333 (7.9%)
30 to 34 Years628,777 (84.5%)43,386 (6.9%)
35 to 44 Years993,473 (83.3%)61,595 (6.2%)
45 to 54 Years856,159 (79.8%)53,082 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years392,661 (71.9%)25,130 (6.4%)
60 to 64 Years287,909 (57.7%)17,562 (6.1%)
65 to 74 Years210,594 (27.6%)12,214 (5.8%)
75 Years and over38,938 (6.8%)2,142 (5.5%)
Total4,447,787 (63.2%)338,032 (7.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in New York

According to labor force statistics for New York, 78.7% of individuals (3,770,494) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,790,971) are in the labor force, with 6.6% or 248,853 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.6% or 1,831,506 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.1% or 41,313 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in New York
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School409,041 (61.2%)67,505 (10.1%)
High School Diploma762,091 (71.2%)90,980 (8.5%)
College / Associate Degree766,400 (77.8%)80,777 (8.2%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,831,506 (88.6%)90,955 (4.4%)
Total3,770,494 (78.7%)316,204 (6.6%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in New York

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in New York are Community & Social Service (651,016 | 15.8%), Management (444,449 | 10.8%), Business & Financial (277,052 | 6.7%), Education Instruction & Library (276,216 | 6.7%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (240,960 | 5.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in New York

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in New York, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (76.1%), Computers & Mathematics (74.2%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (69.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Technologists (70.2%), Education Instruction & Library (70.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (69.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in New York
OccupationMaleFemale
Management233,908 (52.6%)210,541 (47.4%)
Business & Financial134,066 (48.4%)142,986 (51.6%)
Computers, Engineering & Science166,407 (69.1%)74,553 (30.9%)
Computers & Mathematics110,009 (74.2%)38,341 (25.8%)
Architecture & Engineering36,226 (76.1%)11,353 (23.9%)
Life, Physical & Social Science20,172 (44.8%)24,859 (55.2%)
Community & Social Service 253,708 (39.0%)397,308 (61.0%)
Education, Arts & Media26,852 (30.9%)59,970 (69.1%)
Legal Services & Support44,526 (49.7%)44,989 (50.3%)
Education Instruction & Library83,003 (30.0%)193,213 (70.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment99,327 (50.0%)99,136 (49.9%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating70,724 (31.0%)157,289 (69.0%)
Health Technologists49,056 (29.8%)115,671 (70.2%)
Total (Category)858,813 (46.6%)982,677 (53.4%)
Total (Overall)2,085,307 (50.7%)2,023,375 (49.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in New York are Healthcare Support (267,326 | 6.5%), Food Preparation & Serving (207,404 | 5.1%), Cleaning & Maintenance (163,690 | 4.0%), Personal Care & Service (141,152 | 3.4%), and Security & Protection (117,265 | 2.9%).
Services Occupations in New York

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in New York, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (73.1%), Security & Protection (71.9%), and Law Enforcement (69.5%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (86.1%), Personal Care & Service (66.8%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (45.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in New York
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support37,133 (13.9%)230,193 (86.1%)
Security & Protection84,318 (71.9%)32,947 (28.1%)
Firefighting & Prevention56,863 (73.1%)20,891 (26.9%)
Law Enforcement27,455 (69.5%)12,056 (30.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving131,551 (63.4%)75,853 (36.6%)
Cleaning & Maintenance89,614 (54.7%)74,076 (45.3%)
Personal Care & Service46,922 (33.2%)94,230 (66.8%)
Total (Category)389,538 (43.4%)507,299 (56.6%)
Total (Overall)2,085,307 (50.7%)2,023,375 (49.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in New York are Office & Administration (423,056 | 10.3%), and Sales & Related (344,581 | 8.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations in New York

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in New York
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related176,418 (51.2%)168,163 (48.8%)
Office & Administration135,967 (32.1%)287,089 (67.9%)
Total (Category)312,385 (40.7%)455,252 (59.3%)
Total (Overall)2,085,307 (50.7%)2,023,375 (49.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in New York are Construction & Extraction (166,964 | 4.1%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (66,311 | 1.6%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (2,671 | 0.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in New York

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in New York
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry1,904 (71.3%)767 (28.7%)
Construction & Extraction161,919 (97.0%)5,045 (3.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair63,024 (95.0%)3,287 (5.0%)
Total (Category)226,847 (96.1%)9,099 (3.9%)
Total (Overall)2,085,307 (50.7%)2,023,375 (49.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in New York are Transportation (190,476 | 4.6%), Production (90,368 | 2.2%), and Material Moving (85,928 | 2.1%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in New York

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in New York
OccupationMaleFemale
Production60,112 (66.5%)30,256 (33.5%)
Transportation169,246 (88.8%)21,230 (11.2%)
Material Moving68,366 (79.6%)17,562 (20.4%)
Total (Category)297,724 (81.2%)69,048 (18.8%)
Total (Overall)2,085,307 (50.7%)2,023,375 (49.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in New York

Employment Industries in New York

The major employment industries in New York include Health Care & Social Assistance (763,026 | 18.6%), Professional & Scientific (427,880 | 10.4%), Educational Services (397,118 | 9.7%), Retail Trade (360,339 | 8.8%), and Accommodation & Food Services (279,507 | 6.8%).
Employment Industries in New York

Employment Industries by Sex in New York

The New York industries that see more men than women are Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (95.8%), Construction (90.9%), and Transportation & Warehousing (79.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (75.2%), Educational Services (66.2%), and Enterprise Management (49.8%).
Employment Industries by Sex in New York
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting2,389 (69.0%)1,073 (31.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction458 (95.8%)20 (4.2%)
Construction191,931 (90.9%)19,209 (9.1%)
Manufacturing72,789 (60.4%)47,784 (39.6%)
Wholesale Trade47,728 (64.4%)26,386 (35.6%)
Retail Trade188,474 (52.3%)171,865 (47.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing206,241 (79.0%)54,938 (21.0%)
Utilities11,605 (75.2%)3,835 (24.8%)
Information83,455 (53.0%)74,101 (47.0%)
Finance & Insurance147,317 (55.4%)118,634 (44.6%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing80,179 (68.0%)37,736 (32.0%)
Professional & Scientific230,583 (53.9%)197,297 (46.1%)
Enterprise Management2,513 (50.2%)2,494 (49.8%)
Administrative & Support95,223 (57.6%)70,238 (42.4%)
Educational Services134,193 (33.8%)262,925 (66.2%)
Health Care & Social Assistance189,372 (24.8%)573,654 (75.2%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation62,350 (54.6%)51,896 (45.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services169,323 (60.6%)110,184 (39.4%)
Public Administration86,335 (53.2%)75,847 (46.8%)
Total2,085,307 (50.7%)2,023,375 (49.2%)

Education in New York

School Enrollment in New York

The most common levels of schooling among the 2,020,966 students in New York are college / undergraduate (457,127 | 22.6%), middle school (398,921 | 19.7%), and high school (390,798 | 19.3%).
School Enrollment in New York
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool136,4186.8%
Kindergarten100,2905.0%
Elementary School376,14418.6%
Middle School398,92119.7%
High School390,79819.3%
College / Undergraduate457,12722.6%
Graduate / Professional161,2688.0%
Total2,020,966100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in New York

Out of a total of 2,020,966 students who are enrolled in schools in New York, 559,808 (27.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,461,158 (72.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 77,779 (46.4% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 366,737 (80.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in New York
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds86,897 (64.6%)47,538 (35.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old366,737 (80.9%)86,343 (19.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds394,387 (80.7%)94,547 (19.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds217,069 (80.0%)54,303 (20.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds95,028 (63.0%)55,812 (37.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds144,446 (60.3%)95,193 (39.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds89,954 (53.6%)77,779 (46.4%)
35 Years and over65,891 (57.3%)49,042 (42.7%)
Total1,461,158 (72.3%)559,808 (27.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in New York

Business (476,261 | 17.7%), social sciences (334,774 | 12.5%), visual & performing arts (247,441 | 9.2%), science & technology (213,337 | 7.9%), and literature & languages (181,368 | 6.8%) are the most common fields of study among 2,685,456 individuals in New York who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in New York
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics135,0485.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural108,5304.0%
Physical & Health Sciences72,6342.7%
Psychology150,2065.6%
Social Sciences334,77412.5%
Engineering145,8725.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies24,2440.9%
Science & Technology213,3377.9%
Business476,26117.7%
Education176,8956.6%
Literature & Languages181,3686.8%
Liberal Arts & History168,9486.3%
Visual & Performing Arts247,4419.2%
Communications139,3295.2%
Arts & Humanities110,5694.1%
Total2,685,456100.0%

Transportation & Commute in New York

Vehicle Availability by Sex in New York

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in New York are males with no vehicle (860,449, accounting for 42.6%) and females with no vehicle (918,905, making up 44.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in New York
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle860,449 (42.6%)918,905 (47.5%)
1 Vehicle716,363 (35.4%)639,072 (33.1%)
2 Vehicles310,232 (15.3%)263,878 (13.7%)
3 Vehicles95,509 (4.7%)79,699 (4.1%)
4 Vehicles28,882 (1.4%)23,920 (1.2%)
5 or more Vehicles10,462 (0.5%)7,454 (0.4%)
Total2,021,897 (100.0%)1,932,928 (100.0%)

Commute Time in New York

The most frequently occuring commute durations in New York are 60 to 89 minutes (658,451 commuters, 19.0%), 45 to 59 minutes (561,768 commuters, 16.2%), and 30 to 34 minutes (560,061 commuters, 16.1%).
Commute Time in New York
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes42,5371.2%
5 to 9 Minutes102,1512.9%
10 to 14 Minutes179,9085.2%
15 to 19 Minutes251,4097.2%
20 to 24 Minutes320,3739.2%
25 to 29 Minutes158,4714.6%
30 to 34 Minutes560,06116.1%
35 to 39 Minutes126,0103.6%
40 to 44 Minutes250,1717.2%
45 to 59 Minutes561,76816.2%
60 to 89 Minutes658,45119.0%
90 or more Minutes259,6557.5%

Commute Time by Sex in New York

The most common commute times in New York are 60 to 89 minutes (349,178 commuters, 19.5%) for males and 60 to 89 minutes (309,273 commuters, 18.4%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in New York
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes24,877 (1.4%)17,660 (1.1%)
5 to 9 Minutes53,075 (3.0%)49,076 (2.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes87,873 (4.9%)92,035 (5.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes125,261 (7.0%)126,148 (7.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes163,303 (9.1%)157,070 (9.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes82,708 (4.6%)75,763 (4.5%)
30 to 34 Minutes289,640 (16.2%)270,421 (16.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes63,844 (3.6%)62,166 (3.7%)
40 to 44 Minutes129,250 (7.2%)120,921 (7.2%)
45 to 59 Minutes286,328 (16.0%)275,440 (16.4%)
60 to 89 Minutes349,178 (19.5%)309,273 (18.4%)
90 or more Minutes134,758 (7.5%)124,897 (7.4%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in New York

The most frequent times of departure to work in New York are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (259,204, 14.5%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (306,098, 18.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in New York
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM82,334 (4.6%)43,901 (2.6%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM71,224 (4.0%)28,336 (1.7%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM63,387 (3.5%)29,981 (1.8%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM156,017 (8.7%)96,822 (5.8%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM100,268 (5.6%)103,788 (6.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM247,854 (13.9%)243,504 (14.5%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM137,314 (7.7%)181,512 (10.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM259,204 (14.5%)306,098 (18.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM124,692 (7.0%)157,911 (9.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM193,614 (10.8%)213,900 (12.7%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM76,144 (4.3%)71,998 (4.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM35,498 (2.0%)29,812 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM135,133 (7.5%)98,734 (5.9%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM107,412 (6.0%)74,573 (4.4%)
Total1,790,095 (100.0%)1,680,870 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in New York

Occupancy by Ownership in New York

Of the total 3,282,804 dwellings in New York, owner-occupied units account for 1,081,125 (32.9%), while renter-occupied units make up 2,201,679 (67.1%).
Occupancy by Ownership in New York
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,081,12532.9%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2,201,67967.1%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,282,804100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in New York

Occupancy by Household Size in New York
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household1,075,27732.8%
2-Person Household942,10028.7%
3-Person Household539,00116.4%
4+ Person Household726,42622.1%
Total Housing Units3,282,804100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in New York

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in New York
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household274,016 (25.5%)801,261 (74.5%)
2-Person Household315,809 (33.5%)626,291 (66.5%)
3-Person Household186,514 (34.6%)352,487 (65.4%)
4+ Person Household304,786 (42.0%)421,640 (58.0%)
Total Housing Units1,081,125 (32.9%)2,201,679 (67.1%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in New York

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in New York
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School96,227 (20.4%)375,700 (79.6%)
High School Diploma203,674 (29.7%)482,629 (70.3%)
College/Associate Degree218,351 (32.4%)455,044 (67.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher562,873 (38.8%)888,306 (61.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in New York

Occupancy by Age of Householder in New York
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years656,70620.0%
35 to 44 Years605,50618.4%
45 to 54 Years593,53018.1%
55 to 64 Years605,98418.5%
65 to 74 Years462,72414.1%
75 to 84 Years250,0777.6%
85 Years and Over108,2773.3%
Total3,282,804100.0%

Housing Finances in New York

Median Income by Occupancy in New York

Median Income by Occupancy in New York
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,081,125 (32.9%)$117,498
Renter-Occupied2,201,679 (67.1%)$60,494
Average3,282,804 (100.0%)$76,607

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in New York

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in New York
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00023,554 (2.2%)121,628 (5.5%)
$5,000 to $9,99911,596 (1.1%)73,229 (3.3%)
$10,000 to $14,99918,848 (1.7%)163,527 (7.4%)
$15,000 to $19,99920,782 (1.9%)99,301 (4.5%)
$20,000 to $24,99922,075 (2.0%)101,109 (4.6%)
$25,000 to $34,99948,954 (4.5%)171,299 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $49,99973,222 (6.8%)222,096 (10.1%)
$50,000 to $74,999124,196 (11.5%)319,949 (14.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999118,101 (10.9%)238,008 (10.8%)
$100,000 to $149,999198,581 (18.4%)304,631 (13.8%)
$150,000 or more421,216 (39.0%)386,902 (17.6%)
Total1,081,125 (100.0%)2,201,679 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in New York

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in New York
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30063,057 (5.8%)85,244 (3.9%)
$300 to $49929,942 (2.8%)99,967 (4.5%)
$500 to $79970,372 (6.5%)119,624 (5.4%)
$800 to $99972,410 (6.7%)107,859 (4.9%)
$1,000 to $1,499183,421 (17.0%)445,880 (20.3%)
$1,500 to $1,999114,688 (10.6%)500,460 (22.7%)
$2,000 to $2,49995,780 (8.9%)332,568 (15.1%)
$2,500 to $2,99999,512 (9.2%)166,029 (7.5%)
$3,000 or more351,943 (32.6%)286,917 (13.0%)
Total1,081,125 (100.0%)2,201,679 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in New York

Housing Structures in New York

Housing Structures in New York
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached317,7809.7%
Single Unit, Attached244,7177.4%
2 Unit Apartments404,15512.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments290,6338.8%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments215,9346.6%
10 or more Apartments1,803,15254.9%
Mobile Home / Other6,4330.2%
Total3,282,804100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in New York

Housing Structures by Occupancy in New York
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached266,172 (83.8%)51,608 (16.2%)
Single Unit, Attached193,674 (79.1%)51,043 (20.9%)
2 Unit Apartments189,626 (46.9%)214,529 (53.1%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments62,022 (21.3%)228,611 (78.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments23,070 (10.7%)192,864 (89.3%)
10 or more Apartments343,951 (19.1%)1,459,201 (80.9%)
Mobile Home / Other2,610 (40.6%)3,823 (59.4%)
Total1,081,125 (32.9%)2,201,679 (67.1%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in New York

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in New York
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room23,898 (2.2%)207,984 (9.5%)
2 or 3 Rooms167,973 (15.5%)851,134 (38.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms405,919 (37.6%)962,756 (43.7%)
6 or 7 Rooms308,271 (28.5%)151,970 (6.9%)
8 or more Rooms175,064 (16.2%)27,835 (1.3%)
Total1,081,125 (100.0%)2,201,679 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in New York

Housing Structure by Heating Type in New York
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas796,379 (73.7%)1,340,087 (60.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas30,911 (2.9%)52,636 (2.4%)
Electricity92,316 (8.5%)377,202 (17.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene132,652 (12.3%)314,081 (14.3%)
Coal or Coke378 (0.0%)1,386 (0.1%)
All other Fuels15,314 (1.4%)41,561 (1.9%)
No Fuel Used13,175 (1.2%)74,726 (3.4%)
Total1,081,125 (100.0%)2,201,679 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in New York

Household Vehicle Usage in New York
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle299,950 (27.7%)1,495,891 (67.9%)
1 Vehicle465,057 (43.0%)584,190 (26.5%)
2 Vehicles230,145 (21.3%)103,687 (4.7%)
3 or more Vehicles85,973 (8.0%)17,911 (0.8%)
Total1,081,125 (100.0%)2,201,679 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in New York

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in New York

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units467,930613,195
Median Property Value$714,200$742,800
Median Household Income$90,975$282,645
Monthly Housing Costs$1,071$331,645
Real Estate Taxes$6,324$64,295

Property Value by Mortgage Status in New York

Property Value by Mortgage Status in New York
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024,152 (5.2%)9,667 (1.6%)
$50,000 to $99,9999,030 (1.9%)5,350 (0.9%)
$100,000 to $299,99945,110 (9.6%)38,753 (6.3%)
$300,000 to $499,99968,212 (14.6%)86,225 (14.1%)
$500,000 to $749,999102,071 (21.8%)171,539 (28.0%)
$750,000 to $999,99987,990 (18.8%)127,401 (20.8%)
$1,000,000 or more131,365 (28.1%)174,260 (28.4%)
Total467,930 (100.0%)613,195 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in New York

Household Income by Mortgage Status in New York
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00021,813 (4.7%)9,333 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $24,99941,643 (8.9%)13,337 (2.2%)
$25,000 to $34,99930,055 (6.4%)20,062 (3.3%)
$35,000 to $49,99940,341 (8.6%)18,899 (3.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99963,337 (13.5%)32,881 (5.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99954,560 (11.7%)60,859 (9.9%)
$100,000 to $149,99977,610 (16.6%)63,541 (10.4%)
$150,000 or more138,571 (29.6%)120,971 (19.7%)
Total467,930 (100.0%)613,195 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in New York

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in New York
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x63,566 (13.6%)139,047 (22.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x37,597 (8.0%)67,588 (11.0%)
3.0x to 3.9x39,343 (8.4%)83,045 (13.5%)
4.0x or more320,643 (68.5%)82,754 (13.5%)
Total467,930 (100.0%)613,195 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in New York

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in New York
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80013,416 (2.9%)4,575 (0.7%)
$800 to $1,49916,984 (3.6%)20,723 (3.4%)
$800 to $1,499354,934 (75.8%)20,929 (3.4%)
Total467,930 (100.0%)613,195 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in New York

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New York

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New York
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years602,523 (98.0%)12,116 (2.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,218,837 (97.5%)31,793 (2.5%)
19 to 25 Years707,571 (91.4%)66,200 (8.6%)
26 to 34 Years1,179,923 (88.8%)148,285 (11.2%)
35 to 44 Years1,061,340 (89.3%)127,078 (10.7%)
45 to 54 Years969,081 (90.7%)99,653 (9.3%)
55 to 64 Years969,540 (93.3%)69,092 (6.7%)
65 to 74 Years736,777 (97.9%)16,090 (2.1%)
75 Years and older544,065 (99.1%)5,106 (0.9%)
Total7,989,657 (93.3%)575,413 (6.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in New York

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in New York
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born602,523 (98.0%)12,116 (2.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,218,837 (97.5%)31,793 (2.5%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen707,571 (91.4%)66,200 (8.6%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in New York

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in New York
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0001,138,295 (93.1%)83,667 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $49,9991,118,719 (91.5%)104,021 (8.5%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,029,759 (91.6%)94,974 (8.4%)
$75,000 to $99,999858,609 (91.7%)77,470 (8.3%)
$100,000 and over3,702,012 (94.8%)202,242 (5.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New York

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New York
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 6320,105 (52.1%)320,227 (52.1%)
6 to 18 Years660,755 (52.8%)645,767 (51.6%)
19 to 25 Years261,879 (33.8%)472,171 (61.0%)
25 to 34 Years338,573 (25.5%)878,606 (66.1%)
35 to 44 Years326,677 (27.5%)774,693 (65.2%)
45 to 54 Years317,180 (29.7%)692,566 (64.8%)
55 to 64 Years369,269 (35.5%)656,499 (63.2%)
65 to 74 Years675,007 (89.7%)343,921 (45.7%)
75 Years and over536,076 (97.6%)217,717 (39.6%)
Total3,805,521 (44.4%)5,002,167 (58.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in New York

Disability Status by Sex by Age in New York
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,492 (0.6%)1,060 (0.4%)
5 to 17 Years38,057 (5.9%)23,919 (3.9%)
18 to 34 Years54,623 (5.1%)50,286 (4.5%)
35 to 64 Years157,193 (9.9%)191,382 (11.3%)
65 to 74 Years70,465 (21.1%)107,048 (25.5%)
75 Years and over90,311 (43.5%)178,774 (52.3%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in New York

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in New York: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years1,239 (0.5%)793 (0.3%)
5 to 17 Years2,447 (0.4%)2,126 (0.4%)
18 to 34 Years5,007 (0.5%)4,817 (0.4%)
35 to 64 Years23,690 (1.5%)22,534 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years17,950 (5.4%)16,966 (4.1%)
75 Years and over34,300 (16.5%)48,542 (14.2%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in New York: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years665 (0.3%)523 (0.2%)
5 to 17 Years5,963 (0.9%)6,796 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years10,189 (0.9%)11,675 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years31,538 (2.0%)39,548 (2.3%)
65 to 74 Years14,001 (4.2%)19,319 (4.6%)
75 Years and over17,793 (8.6%)34,683 (10.2%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in New York: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years29,894 (4.7%)15,352 (2.5%)
18 to 34 Years36,866 (3.4%)29,864 (2.7%)
35 to 64 Years63,713 (4.0%)62,324 (3.7%)
65 to 74 Years17,277 (5.2%)24,136 (5.8%)
75 Years and over25,980 (12.5%)58,226 (17.1%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in New York: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years4,997 (0.8%)4,441 (0.7%)
18 to 34 Years10,412 (1.0%)11,131 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years82,052 (5.1%)123,442 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years46,953 (14.1%)83,541 (19.9%)
75 Years and over63,173 (30.4%)141,628 (41.5%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in New York: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9,455 (1.5%)5,275 (0.9%)
18 to 34 Years7,879 (0.7%)6,966 (0.6%)
35 to 64 Years31,622 (2.0%)40,393 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years16,794 (5.0%)24,749 (5.9%)
75 Years and over28,445 (13.7%)71,758 (21.0%)

Technology Access in New York

Computing Device Access in New York

Computing Device Access in New York
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,548,23677.6%
Smartphone2,890,32788.0%
Tablet2,006,15961.1%
No Computing Device232,7877.1%
Total3,282,804100.0%

Internet Access in New York

Internet Access in New York
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet4,0920.1%
Broadband Home2,413,12473.5%
Cellular Data Only408,10512.4%
Satellite Internet130,5534.0%
No Internet408,32012.4%
Total3,282,804100.0%

New York Summary

New York City is the most populous city in the United States and is located in the state of New York. It is a global hub of business, finance, media, art, fashion, research, technology, education, and entertainment. It is one of the most influential cities in the world and is home to the United Nations headquarters.

History

The history of New York City dates back to the 17th century when it was founded by Dutch settlers. The city was originally named New Amsterdam and was a major trading post for the Dutch West India Company. In 1664, the British took control of the city and renamed it New York after the Duke of York. The city quickly grew in size and importance and became the capital of the United States in 1785.
During the 19th century, New York City experienced a period of rapid growth and industrialization. It became the largest city in the United States and a major center of immigration. By the early 20th century, the city had become a major financial and cultural center.

Geography

New York City is located in the southeastern part of the state of New York. It is situated on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the Hudson River. The city is divided into five boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. The city covers an area of 468.9 square miles and has a population of 8.6 million people.
The city is home to a variety of landscapes, from the bustling streets of Manhattan to the rolling hills of Staten Island. The city is also home to numerous parks, including Central Park, Prospect Park, and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.

Economy

New York City is a major global financial center and is home to the New York Stock Exchange, the world’s largest stock exchange. The city is also home to numerous Fortune 500 companies, including JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs.
The city’s economy is also driven by its tourism industry. It is one of the most visited cities in the world and is home to numerous iconic landmarks, such as the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty, and Times Square.

Demographics

New York City is one of the most diverse cities in the world. According to the 2019 American Community Survey, the city’s population is 44.7% White, 28.6% Black or African American, 13.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 12.7% Asian. The city is also home to numerous immigrant communities, including Chinese, Indian, and Dominican.
The city’s population is also highly educated. According to the 2019 American Community Survey, 37.2% of the population has a bachelor’s degree or higher. The city is also home to numerous universities, including Columbia University, New York University, and the City University of New York.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of New York?
Total Population of New York is 8,622,467.
What is the Total Male Population of New York?
Total Male Population of New York is 4,148,719.
What is the Total Female Population of New York?
Total Female Population of New York is 4,473,748.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in New York?
There are 92.73 Males per 100 Females in New York.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in New York?
There are 107.83 Females per 100 Males in New York.
What is the Median Population Age in New York?
Median Population Age in New York is 37.5 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in New York
Average Family Size in New York is 3.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in New York
Average Household Size in New York is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in New York?
Per Capita income in New York is $48,066.
What is the Median Family Income in New York?
Median Family Income in New York is $86,984.
What is the Median Household income in New York?
Median Household Income in New York is $76,607.
What is Income or Wage Gap in New York?
Income or Wage Gap in New York is 14.7%.
Women in New York earn 85.3 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in New York?
Family Income Deficit in New York is $11,079.
Families that are below poverty line in New York earn $11,079 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in New York?
Inequality or Gini Index in New York is 0.55.
How Large is the Labor Force in New York?
There are 4,447,787 People in the Labor Forcein in New York.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in New York?
63.2% of People are in the Labor Force in New York.
What is the Unemployment Rate in New York?
Unemployment Rate in New York is 7.6%.