New York

#4 in USNortheast

The Empire State Ā· New York (NY) has a population of 19,571,216 people, making it the #4 most populous state in the United States. The capital is Albany and the largest city is New York City.

Population

19.6M

#4 of 51

Area

54,555 mi²

141,297 km²

Density

139/km²

359/mi²

Capital

Albany

Median Income

$82K

Above national avg

Unemployment

5%

National avg: 3.9%

Median Age

40.2

US Share

5.84%

of 335M total

Population Growth

2020 Census

20,201,249

2023 Estimate

19,571,216

Change

-630,033 (-3.1%)

Race & Ethnicity

White55.1%
Hispanic/Latino19.8%
Black14.3%
Asian9.1%
Two or More Races10.5%
American Indian/Alaska Native0.7%
Other10.3%

Age Distribution

Under 1820.2%
18 to 6461.2%
65 and over18.6%

Economy & Education

Median Household Income
$82,095
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Unemployment Rate
5%
Bachelor's Degree+
40.6%

Largest Cities in New York

New York CityBuffaloRochesterYonkersSyracuse

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of New York?

New York has a population of 19,571,216 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. It ranks #4 among all US states by population, representing 5.84% of the total US population.

What is the capital of New York?

The capital of New York is Albany. The largest cities include New York City, Buffalo, Rochester.

What is the median household income in New York?

The median household income in New York is $82,095, above the national average of $77,589.

How fast is New York growing?

New York has declined 3.1% since the 2020 Census, from 20,201,249 to 19,571,216.

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