Esperance, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Esperance, New York had a total population of 248, the 1184th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $73,333, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Esperance Quick Facts
How Esperance 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 | 238 | 248 | +4.2% |
| Median household income | $68,750 | $73,333 | +6.7% |
| Median home value | $170,700 | $191,700 | +12.3% |
How Esperance 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+)
Esperance Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Schoharie County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cobleskill | 4,682 | $46,059 | 16.2% | $193,300 |
| Middleburgh | 1,220 | $46,912 | 11.6% | $193,500 |
| Schoharie | 1,144 | $55,742 | 13.0% | $220,900 |
| Richmondville | 931 | $44,875 | 14.2% | $160,900 |
| Sharon Springs | 634 | $55,000 | 24.3% | $121,800 |
| Central Bridge | 456 | $105,909 | 9.7% | $196,400 |
| Jefferson | 177 | N/A | 14.1% | $166,700 |
| North Blenheim | 79 | $133,750 | 2.6% | $95,000 |
Cities Similar to Esperance
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grahamsville | 249 | N/A | $316,700 | 31.8% | 2.8% |
| Lisle | 239 | $73,750 | $116,300 | 10.1% | 19.3% |
| Clayville | 254 | $79,286 | $137,500 | 14.2% | 3.9% |
| Barneveld | 240 | $79,265 | N/A | 50.6% | 0.0% |
| Colton | 260 | $69,605 | $116,300 | 32.7% | 1.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 248, Esperance'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
Esperance is a small community located in New York, within Schoharie County. The total population is 248. It ranks as the 1184th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Esperance is 48.6 years. This is 22% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. Only 9.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Esperance is $73,333. This is 15% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 9% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 9.7%. This is 31% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 6.4%. The median home value is $191,700. Housing costs are 55% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Esperance is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 88.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 63% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Esperance has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 90.3% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 0.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (90.3% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Asian population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 50% 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 94.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Esperance, 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 Esperance, New York?
Esperance, New York has a population of 248 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Esperance, NY?
The median household income in Esperance is $73,333, which is 9% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Esperance, NY?
The poverty rate in Esperance is 9.7%. This means approximately 24 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Esperance, New York?
Esperance's population is 90.3% White, 0.8% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.8% Asian.
What is the median home value in Esperance, NY?
The median home value in Esperance is $191,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Esperance, New York?
20.3% of adults (25+) in Esperance hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.