Bellport, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Bellport, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Bellport, New York had a total population of 1,948, the 639th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $146,083, which is 70% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 70% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
68.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.0%.

Bellport Quick Facts

Population 1,948

Median Household Income $146,083

Median Home Value $712,700

Poverty Rate 5.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.0%

Median Age 56.7 years

Homeownership Rate 90.1%

Affordability Ratio 4.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 68.5%

High School Graduation Rate 97.7%

Diversity Index 30/100

Population 1,948 639th of 1,289

Median Income $146,083 top 20%

Poverty Rate 5.8% 53% lower than national

Median Home Value $712,700 top 20%

How Bellport 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	1,876	1,948	+3.8%
Median household income	$147,188	$146,083	-0.8%
Median home value	$699,800	$712,700	+1.8%

How Bellport Compares

Median Household Income

Bellport

$146,083

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Bellport

$712,700

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.7%

$25K-$50K 24.1%

$50K-$100K 12.0%

$100K+ 59.2%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.7%

$10K-$15K

0.8%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

1.2%

$25K-$30K

2.8%

$30K-$35K

10.3%

$35K-$40K

5.1%

$40K-$45K

2.5%

$45K-$50K

3.5%

$50K-$60K

1.7%

$60K-$75K

2.2%

$75K-$100K

8.0%

$100K-$125K

4.6%

$125K-$150K

5.6%

$150K-$200K

13.6%

$200K+

35.4%

Employment

2.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

57.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 90.1%

Renter 9.9%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.9x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,146/mo 17.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.2%

18-34

11.2%

35-54

18.8%

55-74

40.9%

75+

11.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Bellport Rankings in New York

#639 Population of 1,289

#191 Median Income of 1,219

#114 Education of 1,288

#181 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Suffolk County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
West Babylon	43,570	$129,519	5.9%	$531,900
Coram	39,539	$105,220	7.5%	$452,100
Central Islip	38,373	$113,707	9.2%	$436,400
Commack	36,558	$169,792	4.2%	$678,200
Huntington Station	32,601	$135,477	7.2%	$578,000
Centereach	31,839	$132,240	5.3%	$514,800
Bay Shore	31,683	$105,618	10.2%	$492,200
Shirley	28,375	$112,788	6.5%	$424,900
Deer Park	27,990	$137,105	3.4%	$543,500
Lindenhurst	27,142	$130,128	5.7%	$521,500

Cities Similar to Bellport

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
St. Bonaventure	1,976	N/A	$125,300	30.4%	19.3%
Hamilton College	2,058	N/A	N/A	66.7%	0.0%
Great River	1,899	$136,071	$802,800	56.4%	5.4%
Northville	1,912	$159,018	$872,000	30.8%	13.1%
Bellerose Terrace	2,006	$166,086	$592,400	32.5%	2.8%

Population Overview

Bellport is a small community located in New York, within Suffolk County. The total population is 1,948. It ranks as the 639th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Bellport is 56.7 years. This is 42% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 11.9% 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 Bellport is $146,083. This is 70% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 81% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.8%. This is 59% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.0%. This is 69% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $712,700. Housing costs are 68% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x. 90.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 66% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Bellport is White (non-Hispanic), making up 83.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.4%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (83.3% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (3.6%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.4%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (2.8%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

68.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Bellport in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 70% 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 97.7%. Notably, 32.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Bellport, 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 Bellport, New York?

Bellport, New York has a population of 1,948 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Bellport, NY?

The median household income in Bellport is $146,083, which is 81% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Bellport, NY?

The poverty rate in Bellport is 5.8%. This means approximately 112 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Bellport, New York?

Bellport's population is 83.3% White, 3.6% Black, 4.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Bellport, NY?

The median home value in Bellport is $712,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.9x.

How educated is Bellport, New York?

68.5% of adults (25+) in Bellport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.