Eastchester, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Eastchester, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Eastchester, New York had a total population of 20,491, the 84th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $157,202, which is 83% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.8%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 83% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.8% — among the lowest in New York.
67.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.4%.

Eastchester Quick Facts

Population 20,491

Median Household Income $157,202

Median Home Value $790,100

Poverty Rate 4.8%

Unemployment Rate 2.4%

Median Age 44.8 years

Homeownership Rate 80.3%

Affordability Ratio 5.0x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 67.4%

High School Graduation Rate 96.4%

Diversity Index 40/100

Population 20,491 84th of 1,289

Median Income $157,202 top 20%

Poverty Rate 4.8% 61% lower than national

Median Home Value $790,100 top 20%

How Eastchester 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	20,519	20,491	-0.1%
Median household income	$158,526	$157,202	-0.8%
Median home value	$774,200	$790,100	+2.1%

How Eastchester Compares

Median Household Income

Eastchester

$157,202

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Eastchester

$790,100

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.7%

$25K-$50K 11.3%

$50K-$100K 15.2%

$100K+ 64.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

4.5%

$10K-$15K

0.8%

$15K-$20K

1.7%

$20K-$25K

1.7%

$25K-$30K

3.8%

$30K-$35K

2.2%

$35K-$40K

2.2%

$40K-$45K

1.7%

$45K-$50K

1.5%

$50K-$60K

3.3%

$60K-$75K

5.6%

$75K-$100K

6.3%

$100K-$125K

6.1%

$125K-$150K

6.1%

$150K-$200K

13.6%

$200K+

39.0%

Employment

2.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

60.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 80.3%

Renter 19.7%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.0x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,210/mo 16.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.4%

18-34

16.1%

35-54

26.4%

55-74

24.6%

75+

10.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Eastchester Rankings in New York

#84 Population of 1,289

#150 Median Income of 1,219

#126 Education of 1,288

#148 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Westchester County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Yonkers	209,978	$83,549	13.8%	$501,600
New Rochelle	82,769	$109,167	10.1%	$702,500
Mount Vernon	72,427	$78,779	14.8%	$484,000
White Plains	60,666	$110,763	11.2%	$620,800
Port Chester	31,102	$92,222	12.9%	$582,600
Harrison	29,961	$164,250	4.1%	$1,010,700
Ossining	26,950	$103,573	8.6%	$449,100
Peekskill	25,625	$85,954	11.9%	$395,600
Mamaroneck	19,826	$120,000	10.7%	$717,200
Scarsdale	18,010	$250,000+	2.9%	$1,800,700

Cities Similar to Eastchester

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
West Hempstead	20,648	$164,127	$653,600	50.4%	4.5%
East Northport	19,700	$157,662	$623,800	51.2%	7.0%
East Massapequa	20,377	$146,454	$625,600	48.6%	3.3%
Melville	19,714	$159,922	$788,900	61.7%	4.5%
Huntington	19,948	$168,095	$767,000	68.6%	4.3%

Population Overview

Eastchester is a small city located in New York, within Westchester County. The total population is 20,491. It ranks as the 84th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Eastchester is 44.8 years. This is 13% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 10.5% 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 Eastchester is $157,202. This is 83% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 95% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.8%. This is 66% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 2.4%. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $790,100. Housing costs are 86% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x. 80.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 48% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Eastchester is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.2% of the population. Asian residents account for 10.8%. The Black or African American population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (8.1%) is well below the state average of 19.8%.

Education

67.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Eastchester in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 68% 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 96.4%. Notably, 30.8% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Eastchester, 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 Eastchester, New York?

Eastchester, New York has a population of 20,491 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Eastchester, NY?

The median household income in Eastchester is $157,202, which is 95% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Eastchester, NY?

The poverty rate in Eastchester is 4.8%. This means approximately 987 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Eastchester, New York?

Eastchester's population is 76.2% White, 2.5% Black, 8.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 10.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Eastchester, NY?

The median home value in Eastchester is $790,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.0x.

How educated is Eastchester, New York?

67.4% of adults (25+) in Eastchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 30.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.