New York, NY Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | New York | New York Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,053,639 | 19,009,591 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 17047.3 | 348.5 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.11% | 0.06% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.0 | 38.5 | 37.1 |
| Households | 3,310,377 | 7,641,851 | 128,459,983 |
Population in New York grew by 2.1% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 8,509,608 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
New York has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | New York | New York Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $79,999 | $85,191 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.28% | 4.93% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 7.7% | 6.2% | 5.2% |
The median household income in New York is about 6% lower than in New York.
Housing
| Metric | New York | New York Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $892,873 | $436,407 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,779 | $1,576 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 32.8% | 54.2% | 65.1% |
The median home price in New York is about 41.8 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,779 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
The most common departure window is 08:00 AM – 08:29 AM , followed by 07:00 AM – 07:29 AM .
| Metric | New York | New York Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average commute time (min) | 37.9 | 29.0 | 22.5 |
| Work from home | 15.0% | 13.4% | 13.4% |
The average commute time in New York is 38 minutes, longer than the 29 minutes in New York.
Education & Households
New York has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | New York | New York Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 38.2% | 36.5% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.50 | 2.51 | 2.54 |
Health
New York has a health index of B, which means it is quite healthy.
| Metric | New York | New York Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 80.4 | 80.3 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 14.7% | 13.2% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 14.3% | 17.4% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about New York, New York.
What is the population of New York, New York?
The population of New York, New York is 8,053,639, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of New York, New York?
The population density of New York, New York is 17047.3 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in New York, New York?
The median household income in New York, New York is $79,999, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in New York, New York?
The median home price in New York, New York is $892,873, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in New York, New York?
The unemployment rate in New York, New York is 7.7%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.