Allegany County, New York Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Allegany County is located in New York with a total population of 47,027. It is the 50th most populous county out of 62 in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Allegany County is 38.9 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Allegany County is $61,233. This is 28% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 22% lower. The poverty rate stands at 16.8%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.2%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $97,900. Housing costs are 76% lower than the state median of $403,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.6x, Allegany County is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

Allegany County has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (93.0% vs 53.4%). The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 19.6%. The Asian population (1.3%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

24.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.6%.