Alexandria Bay, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Alexandria Bay, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Alexandria Bay, New York had a total population of 1,212, the 791st largest village in New York, with a median household income of $55,048, which is 36% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.8%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 36% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Unemployment rate of 11.9% is notably above the national average.

Alexandria Bay Quick Facts

Population 1,212

Median Household Income $55,048

Median Home Value $154,100

Poverty Rate 10.8%

Unemployment Rate 11.9%

Median Age 58.8 years

Homeownership Rate 56.1%

Affordability Ratio 2.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 25.9%

High School Graduation Rate 95.8%

Diversity Index 12/100

Population 1,212 791st of 1,289

Median Income $55,048 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 10.8% 13% lower than national

Median Home Value $154,100 bottom 30%

How Alexandria Bay Changed

Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.

Metric	2019–2023	2020–2024	Change
Population	1,296	1,212	-6.5%
Median household income	$50,603	$55,048	+8.8%
Median home value	$146,900	$154,100	+4.9%

How Alexandria Bay Compares

Median Household Income

Alexandria Bay

$55,048

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Alexandria Bay

$154,100

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 29.3%

$25K-$50K 16.9%

$50K-$100K 27.8%

$100K+ 25.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

5.8%

$10K-$15K

6.8%

$15K-$20K

10.9%

$20K-$25K

5.9%

$25K-$30K

3.5%

$30K-$35K

5.9%

$35K-$40K

0.3%

$40K-$45K

0.9%

$45K-$50K

6.3%

$50K-$60K

8.2%

$60K-$75K

5.9%

$75K-$100K

13.8%

$100K-$125K

7.7%

$125K-$150K

5.3%

$150K-$200K

9.1%

$200K+

3.8%

Employment

11.9% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

53.1% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 56.1%

Renter 43.9%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.8x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $625/mo 13.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.8%

18-34

12.3%

35-54

16.7%

55-74

37.3%

75+

16.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Alexandria Bay Rankings in New York

#791 Population of 1,289

#1038 Median Income of 1,219

#859 Education of 1,288

#931 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Jefferson County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Watertown	24,375	$51,753	20.1%	$158,600
Fort Drum	16,065	$62,291	11.7%	N/A
Carthage	3,510	$58,125	25.8%	$131,200
Calcium	2,935	$57,668	17.3%	$203,400
West Carthage	1,864	$49,885	10.4%	$192,100
Clayton	1,661	$60,573	19.5%	$231,800
Black River	1,651	$86,645	11.8%	$228,200
Adams	1,531	$64,432	8.9%	$192,400
Sackets Harbor	1,490	$77,043	14.0%	$234,900
Adams Center	1,075	$87,727	10.1%	$178,100

Cities Similar to Alexandria Bay

These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Wingdale	1,234	N/A	$299,400	23.9%	17.1%
Niverville	1,181	N/A	$302,200	39.3%	12.8%
Nunda	1,242	$54,779	$134,800	20.3%	32.1%
Norfolk	1,204	$59,491	$88,700	14.1%	14.2%
Bainbridge	1,181	$58,452	$124,200	28.1%	11.4%

Population Overview

Alexandria Bay is a small community located in New York, within Jefferson County. The total population is 1,212. It ranks as the 791st most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Alexandria Bay is 58.8 years. This is 48% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 16.9% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Alexandria Bay is $55,048. This is 36% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 32% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.8%. This is 23% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 11.9%. This is 86% higher than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $154,100. Housing costs are 64% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Alexandria Bay is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 56.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Alexandria Bay has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (93.8% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

25.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.8%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Alexandria Bay, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,289 Census-designated places in New York. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Alexandria Bay, New York?

Alexandria Bay, New York has a population of 1,212 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Alexandria Bay, NY?

The median household income in Alexandria Bay is $55,048, which is 32% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Alexandria Bay, NY?

The poverty rate in Alexandria Bay is 10.8%. This means approximately 128 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Alexandria Bay, New York?

Alexandria Bay's population is 93.8% White, 0.7% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Alexandria Bay, NY?

The median home value in Alexandria Bay is $154,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.

How educated is Alexandria Bay, New York?

25.9% of adults (25+) in Alexandria Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.