Brooktondale, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Brooktondale, New York had a total population of 327, the 1145th largest community in New York. The poverty rate is 24.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Brooktondale Quick Facts
How Brooktondale 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 | 487 | 327 | -32.9% |
How Brooktondale 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+)
Brooktondale Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Tompkins County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ithaca | 32,814 | $48,784 | 30.4% | $342,700 |
| South Hill | 6,951 | $104,211 | 12.7% | $353,800 |
| Cayuga Heights | 4,000 | $166,526 | 11.2% | $433,000 |
| Lansing | 3,876 | $72,364 | 23.6% | $516,900 |
| Northeast Ithaca | 2,661 | $95,250 | 3.1% | $402,000 |
| Northwest Ithaca | 2,225 | $56,753 | 17.8% | $312,900 |
| East Ithaca | 1,918 | $116,410 | 7.3% | $332,700 |
| Groton | 1,834 | $60,114 | 8.2% | $156,700 |
| Dryden | 1,671 | $50,435 | 18.2% | $230,900 |
| Trumansburg | 1,665 | $68,967 | 9.3% | $287,000 |
Cities Similar to Brooktondale
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Creek | 327 | $68,516 | $81,800 | 24.3% | 9.8% |
| Lake Huntington | 326 | N/A | $403,400 | 39.6% | 15.6% |
| Constableville | 332 | $68,750 | $126,300 | 15.3% | 18.1% |
| Salt Point | 322 | $117,750 | $248,100 | 27.5% | 32.3% |
| Gilbertsville | 321 | $81,500 | $165,000 | 35.4% | 5.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 327, Brooktondale's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Brooktondale is a small community located in New York, within Tompkins County. The total population is 327. It ranks as the 1145th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Brooktondale is 38.1 years. This is 4% lower than the state median of 39.8 years. With 33.0% of the population under 18, Brooktondale has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 24.2%. This is 72% higher than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The survey records no unemployed residents in Brooktondale, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 58.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 8% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Brooktondale is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.6% of the population.
Education
47.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 17% 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, 24.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Brooktondale, 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 Brooktondale, New York?
Brooktondale, New York has a population of 327 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Brooktondale, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Brooktondale — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Brooktondale, NY?
The poverty rate in Brooktondale is 24.2%. This means approximately 79 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Brooktondale, New York?
Brooktondale's population is 74.6% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Brooktondale, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Brooktondale — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Brooktondale, New York?
47.0% of adults (25+) in Brooktondale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 24.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.