Busti, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Busti, New York had a total population of 282, the 1170th largest community in New York. The poverty rate is 28.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- More than 1 in 4 residents live below the poverty line (28.9%), well above the national average of 12.4%.
Busti Quick Facts
How Busti 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 | 213 | 282 | +32.4% |
| Median home value | $217,100 | $324,600 | +49.5% |
How Busti 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+)
Busti Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Chautauqua County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jamestown | 28,188 | $43,523 | 25.3% | $87,700 |
| Dunkirk | 12,549 | $53,299 | 24.3% | $94,700 |
| Fredonia | 9,467 | $50,433 | 25.2% | $192,500 |
| Westfield | 3,185 | $46,774 | 15.3% | $102,600 |
| Lakewood | 2,957 | $67,557 | 11.6% | $158,500 |
| Silver Creek | 2,604 | $63,854 | 21.5% | $125,400 |
| Jamestown West | 2,424 | $54,250 | 9.5% | $146,000 |
| Falconer | 2,149 | $60,056 | 10.9% | $98,400 |
| Frewsburg | 1,792 | $75,536 | 8.4% | $142,800 |
| Brocton | 1,404 | $58,500 | 24.6% | $110,100 |
Cities Similar to Busti
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captree | 282 | $79,080 | $448,900 | 97.9% | 3.9% |
| Bloomville | 289 | $87,917 | $187,500 | 35.4% | 0.0% |
| Malden-on-Hudson | 275 | N/A | $333,800 | 55.3% | 0.0% |
| Dresden | 272 | $70,729 | $110,800 | 19.6% | 25.0% |
| Cuylerville | 293 | $93,750 | $215,000 | 42.7% | 2.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 282, Busti'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
Busti is a small community located in New York, within Chautauqua County. The total population is 282. It ranks as the 1170th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Busti is 41.5 years. This is 4% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. Only 14.2% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 28.9%. This is 106% 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 Busti, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $324,600. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $423,800. 64.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Busti was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
24.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 40% lower 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 96.4%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Busti, 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 Busti, New York?
Busti, New York has a population of 282 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Busti, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Busti — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Busti, NY?
The poverty rate in Busti is 28.9%. This means approximately 70 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Busti, New York?
Busti's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Busti, NY?
The median home value in Busti is $324,600.
How educated is Busti, New York?
24.0% of adults (25+) in Busti hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.