Evans Mills, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Evans Mills, New York had a total population of 653, the 973rd largest village in New York, with a median household income of $71,250, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Evans Mills Quick Facts
How Evans Mills 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 | 632 | 653 | +3.3% |
| Median household income | $52,708 | $71,250 | +35.2% |
| Median home value | $189,200 | $180,500 | -4.6% |
How Evans Mills 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+)
Evans Mills Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown | 24,375 | $51,753 | 20.1% | $158,600 |
| Fort Drum | 16,065 | $62,291 | 11.7% | N/A |
| Carthage | 3,510 | $58,125 | 25.8% | $131,200 |
| Calcium | 2,935 | $57,668 | 17.3% | $203,400 |
| West Carthage | 1,864 | $49,885 | 10.4% | $192,100 |
| Clayton | 1,661 | $60,573 | 19.5% | $231,800 |
| Black River | 1,651 | $86,645 | 11.8% | $228,200 |
| Adams | 1,531 | $64,432 | 8.9% | $192,400 |
| Sackets Harbor | 1,490 | $77,043 | 14.0% | $234,900 |
| Alexandria Bay | 1,212 | $55,048 | 10.8% | $154,100 |
Cities Similar to Evans Mills
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora | 651 | $71,250 | $262,500 | 51.3% | 14.0% |
| Port Gibson | 661 | N/A | N/A | 25.0% | 1.7% |
| Rhinecliff | 669 | N/A | $724,300 | 66.8% | 4.3% |
| Earlville | 654 | $75,469 | $134,400 | 29.9% | 6.0% |
| Chaumont | 650 | $76,125 | $212,800 | 29.5% | 17.3% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 653, Evans Mills'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
Evans Mills is a small community located in New York, within Jefferson County. The total population is 653. It ranks as the 973rd most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Evans Mills is 37.3 years. This is 6% lower than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Evans Mills is $71,250. This is 17% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 12% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.6%. This is 25% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 4.6%. This is 27% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $180,500. Housing costs are 57% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.5x, Evans Mills is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 70.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 29% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Evans Mills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.1% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 13.6%. The Hispanic or Latino population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 19.8%.
Education
20.3% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 93.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Evans Mills, 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 Evans Mills, New York?
Evans Mills, New York has a population of 653 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Evans Mills, NY?
The median household income in Evans Mills is $71,250, which is 12% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Evans Mills, NY?
The poverty rate in Evans Mills is 10.6%. This means approximately 69 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Evans Mills, New York?
Evans Mills's population is 76.1% White, 13.6% Black, 2.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Evans Mills, NY?
The median home value in Evans Mills is $180,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.5x.
How educated is Evans Mills, New York?
20.3% of adults (25+) in Evans Mills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.