Galway, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Galway, New York had a total population of 172, the 1226th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $82,500, which is 4% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Galway Quick Facts
How Galway 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 | 187 | 172 | -8.0% |
| Median household income | $73,438 | $82,500 | +12.3% |
| Median home value | $215,400 | $246,400 | +14.4% |
How Galway 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+)
Galway Rankings in New York
Explore New York Rankings
Other Cities in Saratoga County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saratoga Springs | 28,631 | $105,944 | 9.7% | $478,100 |
| Country Knolls | 5,445 | $143,036 | 1.4% | $383,700 |
| Mechanicville | 5,124 | $50,675 | 18.1% | $186,500 |
| Ballston Spa | 5,027 | $101,667 | 8.6% | $308,200 |
| Milton (Saratoga County) | 4,450 | $94,982 | 2.5% | $354,700 |
| South Glens Falls | 3,737 | $58,542 | 12.4% | $212,700 |
| Clifton Knolls-Mill Creek | 3,349 | $188,750 | 0.0% | $386,200 |
| Corinth | 2,592 | $76,071 | 14.0% | $188,100 |
| Clifton Gardens | 2,420 | $57,245 | 2.6% | $316,300 |
| Waterford | 2,085 | $72,938 | 10.6% | $157,500 |
Cities Similar to Galway
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson | 177 | N/A | $166,700 | 28.0% | 14.1% |
| Windham | 184 | N/A | $244,500 | 42.6% | 2.2% |
| West Kill | 158 | N/A | $466,700 | 71.7% | 0.0% |
| Stittville | 155 | N/A | N/A | 33.3% | 14.8% |
| Laurens | 160 | $74,583 | $139,700 | 26.9% | 11.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 172, Galway'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
Galway is a small community located in New York, within Saratoga County. The total population is 172. It ranks as the 1226th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Galway is 40.6 years. This is 2% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. With 29.6% of the population under 18, Galway has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Galway is $82,500. This is 4% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 2% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 63% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in Galway, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $246,400. Housing costs are 42% lower than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 70.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Galway has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 97.7% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (97.7% vs 52.8%).
Education
59.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% 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 92.3%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Galway, 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.
Free data download: Get all New York city and county demographics as CSV. Download Cities CSV | Download Counties CSV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Galway, New York?
Galway, New York has a population of 172 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Galway, NY?
The median household income in Galway is $82,500, which is 2% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Galway, NY?
The poverty rate in Galway is 5.2%. This means approximately 9 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Galway, New York?
Galway's population is 97.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Galway, NY?
The median home value in Galway is $246,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Galway, New York?
59.8% of adults (25+) in Galway hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.