Corning, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Corning, New York had a total population of 10,643, the 187th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $61,760, which is 28% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 11.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Corning Quick Facts
How Corning 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 | 10,666 | 10,643 | -0.2% |
| Median household income | $61,017 | $61,760 | +1.2% |
| Median home value | $148,300 | $158,400 | +6.8% |
How Corning 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+)
Corning Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Steuben County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornell | 8,152 | $47,385 | 23.3% | $94,500 |
| Bath | 5,560 | $47,150 | 19.7% | $101,700 |
| Gang Mills | 4,177 | $108,194 | 8.9% | $308,400 |
| Canisteo | 2,085 | $53,558 | 16.6% | $111,000 |
| Wayland | 2,007 | $74,688 | 17.0% | $99,500 |
| Painted Post | 1,824 | $62,891 | 12.4% | $155,900 |
| Addison | 1,688 | $55,921 | 17.8% | $97,300 |
| South Corning | 1,132 | $58,750 | 12.4% | $124,600 |
| North Hornell | 1,043 | $78,750 | 12.3% | $161,700 |
| Avoca | 1,023 | $66,389 | 20.3% | $84,200 |
Cities Similar to Corning
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canandaigua | 10,514 | $64,929 | $229,100 | 37.6% | 10.8% |
| Oneida | 10,171 | $61,597 | $160,100 | 25.3% | 14.3% |
| Watervliet | 10,287 | $57,919 | $179,700 | 17.8% | 18.4% |
| Lancaster | 10,113 | $66,148 | $202,200 | 26.6% | 6.7% |
| Stony Brook University | 9,530 | N/A | N/A | 57.7% | N/A |
Population Overview
Corning is a small city located in New York, within Steuben County. The total population is 10,643. It ranks as the 187th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Corning is 37.8 years. This is 5% lower than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Corning is $61,760. This is 28% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 24% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 11.7%. This is 17% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 5.8%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $158,400. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Corning is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 51.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 6% lower than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Corning has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.7%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (89.0% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (2.2%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (2.7%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
40.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about the same as 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 94.0%. Notably, 20.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Corning, 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 Corning, New York?
Corning, New York has a population of 10,643 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Corning, NY?
The median household income in Corning is $61,760, which is 24% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Corning, NY?
The poverty rate in Corning is 11.7%. This means approximately 1,231 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Corning, New York?
Corning's population is 89.0% White, 2.2% Black, 2.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.7% Asian.
What is the median home value in Corning, NY?
The median home value in Corning is $158,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Corning, New York?
40.6% of adults (25+) in Corning hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 20.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.