Bard College, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bard College, New York had a total population of 1,130, the 814th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $216,406, which is 152% 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 152% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
- 92.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.3%.
Bard College Quick Facts
How Bard College 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 | 1,237 | 1,130 | -8.6% |
| Median household income | $210,483 | $216,406 | +2.8% |
How Bard College Compares
Median Household Income
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Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
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Employment
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People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
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Other Cities in Dutchess County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poughkeepsie | 31,958 | $60,741 | 17.6% | $283,700 |
| Beacon | 14,834 | $107,859 | 9.0% | $471,600 |
| Myers Corner | 10,877 | $105,718 | 4.9% | $419,700 |
| Fairview (Dutchess County) | 6,213 | $67,161 | 21.7% | $283,500 |
| Wappingers Falls | 5,761 | $65,040 | 3.8% | $337,200 |
| Spackenkill | 4,279 | $141,005 | 1.8% | $440,500 |
| Haviland | 3,923 | $107,750 | 3.2% | $319,500 |
| Vassar College | 3,529 | $121,469 | 32.4% | $415,600 |
| Red Oaks Mill | 3,254 | $116,467 | 2.4% | $364,300 |
| Brinckerhoff | 2,813 | $101,927 | 4.4% | $370,000 |
Cities Similar to Bard College
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkshire | 1,138 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 33.1% |
| Bellerose | 1,136 | $232,250 | $863,400 | 66.4% | 1.6% |
| Niverville | 1,181 | N/A | $302,200 | 39.3% | 12.8% |
| Mill Neck | 1,136 | $196,359 | $1,368,800 | 72.3% | 5.7% |
| Kensington | 1,189 | $220,625 | $1,550,500 | 74.3% | 11.9% |
Population Overview
Bard College is a small community located in New York, within Dutchess County. The total population is 1,130. It ranks as the 814th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Bard College is 19.7 years. This is 51% lower than the state median of 39.8 years. Only 3.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Bard College is $216,406. This is 152% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 168% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Bard College. 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 1.3%. This is 79% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. 10.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 81% lower than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Bard College is White (non-Hispanic), making up 60.8% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 11.9%.
Education
92.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bard College in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 131% higher than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample. Notably, 84.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Bard College, 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 Bard College, New York?
Bard College, New York has a population of 1,130 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Bard College, NY?
The median household income in Bard College is $216,406, which is 168% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Bard College, NY?
The ACS sample for Bard College 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 Bard College, New York?
Bard College's population is 60.8% White, 7.2% Black, 11.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Bard College, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Bard College — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Bard College, New York?
92.9% of adults (25+) in Bard College hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 84.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.