East Nassau, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, East Nassau, New York had a total population of 613, the 1002nd largest village in New York, with a median household income of $77,813, which is 9% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.9%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.6%.
East Nassau Quick Facts
How East Nassau 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 | 492 | 613 | +24.6% |
| Median household income | $58,158 | $77,813 | +33.8% |
| Median home value | $209,100 | $225,000 | +7.6% |
How East Nassau 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+)
East Nassau Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Rensselaer County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 51,033 | $58,477 | 23.4% | $206,500 |
| Rensselaer | 9,287 | $70,080 | 17.9% | $208,900 |
| East Greenbush | 6,581 | $118,393 | 4.2% | $303,400 |
| Hampton Manor | 5,334 | $98,364 | 6.7% | $239,400 |
| Wynantskill | 3,487 | $108,558 | 6.5% | $293,400 |
| West Sand Lake | 3,479 | $121,250 | 4.0% | $315,800 |
| Hoosick Falls | 3,177 | $48,214 | 16.1% | $154,600 |
| Averill Park | 1,615 | $117,946 | 0.0% | $273,300 |
| Castleton-on-Hudson | 1,591 | $52,056 | 14.1% | $222,600 |
| Nassau | 1,058 | $84,781 | 4.6% | $239,200 |
Cities Similar to East Nassau
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Cairo | 619 | N/A | $187,200 | 4.9% | 12.3% |
| Greenville (Greene County) | 620 | N/A | $324,500 | 22.8% | 3.4% |
| Paul Smiths | 623 | N/A | N/A | 100.0% | 0.0% |
| Cassadaga | 608 | $73,750 | $121,900 | 23.3% | 6.1% |
| Barker | 590 | N/A | $175,000 | 13.4% | 29.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 613, East Nassau'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
East Nassau is a small community located in New York, within Rensselaer County. The total population is 613. It ranks as the 1002nd most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in East Nassau is 38.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in East Nassau is $77,813. This is 9% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 4% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.9%. This is 22% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 1.6%. This is 75% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $225,000. Housing costs are 47% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.9x, East Nassau is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 77.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 42% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
East Nassau has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.0% of all residents. Asian residents account for 2.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.0% vs 52.8%). The Asian population (2.6%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
32.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 19% 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 97.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for East Nassau, 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 East Nassau, New York?
East Nassau, New York has a population of 613 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in East Nassau, NY?
The median household income in East Nassau is $77,813, which is 4% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in East Nassau, NY?
The poverty rate in East Nassau is 10.9%. This means approximately 67 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of East Nassau, New York?
East Nassau's population is 90.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in East Nassau, NY?
The median home value in East Nassau is $225,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.9x.
How educated is East Nassau, New York?
32.7% of adults (25+) in East Nassau hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.