Elba, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Elba, New York had a total population of 485, the 1067th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $65,625, which is 24% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.2%.
Elba Quick Facts
How Elba 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 | 464 | 485 | +4.5% |
| Median household income | $67,321 | $65,625 | -2.5% |
| Median home value | $135,900 | $143,300 | +5.4% |
How Elba 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Elba Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Genesee County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batavia | 15,097 | $59,446 | 14.2% | $148,900 |
| Le Roy | 4,301 | $58,818 | 11.8% | $169,400 |
| Attica | 2,028 | $62,340 | 11.0% | $157,400 |
| Oakfield | 1,659 | $69,500 | 14.1% | $150,800 |
| Bergen | 1,360 | $88,906 | 14.8% | $170,600 |
| Pavilion | 751 | $86,649 | 13.1% | $151,300 |
| Corfu | 695 | $76,250 | 6.3% | $161,700 |
| Alexander | 404 | $91,750 | 3.7% | $169,600 |
Cities Similar to Elba
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coopers Plains | 480 | N/A | $223,100 | 29.8% | 15.6% |
| Milford | 475 | $64,167 | $152,500 | 24.6% | 6.7% |
| Kiamesha Lake | 469 | N/A | $151,100 | 6.5% | 4.9% |
| Edwards | 490 | $61,786 | $82,600 | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| West Valley | 489 | $70,357 | $126,700 | 11.9% | 10.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 485, Elba'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
Elba is a small community located in New York, within Genesee County. The total population is 485. It ranks as the 1067th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Elba is 40.7 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Elba is $65,625. This is 24% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 19% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.2%. This is 56% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.2%. This is 65% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $143,300. Housing costs are 66% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.2x, Elba is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 61% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Elba is White (non-Hispanic), making up 73.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.9%.
Education
19.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 52% 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 94.8%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Elba, 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 Elba, New York?
Elba, New York has a population of 485 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Elba, NY?
The median household income in Elba is $65,625, which is 19% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Elba, NY?
The poverty rate in Elba is 6.2%. This means approximately 30 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Elba, New York?
Elba's population is 73.2% White, 0.0% Black, 15.9% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Elba, NY?
The median home value in Elba is $143,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.2x.
How educated is Elba, New York?
19.3% of adults (25+) in Elba hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 3.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.