Averill Park, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Averill Park, New York had a total population of 1,615, the 709th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $117,946, which is 37% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 37% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.9%.
Averill Park Quick Facts
How Averill Park 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 | 1,604 | 1,615 | +0.7% |
| Median household income | $114,821 | $117,946 | +2.7% |
| Median home value | $250,000 | $273,300 | +9.3% |
How Averill Park Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
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+)
Averill Park Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Rensselaer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 51,033 | $58,477 | 23.4% | $206,500 |
| Rensselaer | 9,287 | $70,080 | 17.9% | $208,900 |
| East Greenbush | 6,581 | $118,393 | 4.2% | $303,400 |
| Hampton Manor | 5,334 | $98,364 | 6.7% | $239,400 |
| Wynantskill | 3,487 | $108,558 | 6.5% | $293,400 |
| West Sand Lake | 3,479 | $121,250 | 4.0% | $315,800 |
| Hoosick Falls | 3,177 | $48,214 | 16.1% | $154,600 |
| Castleton-on-Hudson | 1,591 | $52,056 | 14.1% | $222,600 |
| Nassau | 1,058 | $84,781 | 4.6% | $239,200 |
| Nassau Lake | 830 | N/A | 16.9% | $282,800 |
Cities Similar to Averill Park
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsford | 1,664 | $119,211 | $374,000 | 77.6% | 1.9% |
| Rapids | 1,655 | $121,875 | $294,700 | 42.5% | 5.0% |
| Hopewell Junction | 1,656 | $111,296 | $684,600 | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| South Floral Park | 1,706 | $119,496 | $603,400 | 31.6% | 9.5% |
| Shenorock | 1,558 | $127,180 | $472,800 | 44.4% | 3.1% |
Population Overview
Averill Park is a small community located in New York, within Rensselaer County. The total population is 1,615. It ranks as the 709th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Averill Park is 50.9 years. This is 28% higher than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Averill Park is $117,946. This is 37% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 46% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Averill Park. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 1.9%. This is 70% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $273,300. Housing costs are 36% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.3x, Averill Park is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 68% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Averill Park has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.0%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.8% vs 52.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
42.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 5% higher 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 98.9%. Notably, 23.0% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Averill Park, 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 Averill Park, New York?
Averill Park, New York has a population of 1,615 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Averill Park, NY?
The median household income in Averill Park is $117,946, which is 46% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Averill Park, NY?
The ACS sample for Averill Park recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Averill Park, New York?
Averill Park's population is 97.8% White, 0.0% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Averill Park, NY?
The median home value in Averill Park is $273,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.3x.
How educated is Averill Park, New York?
42.4% of adults (25+) in Averill Park hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 23.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.