Geneva city, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Geneva city, New York Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.1x is exceptionally low

As of 2026, Geneva city, New York has a total population of 12,573, the 157th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $68,242, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 18.3%.

Key Takeaways

Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.

Geneva city Quick Facts

Population 12,573

Median Household Income $68,242

Median Home Value $140,300

Poverty Rate 18.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.4%

Median Age 33.3 years

Homeownership Rate 49.2%

Affordability Ratio 2.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.1%

High School Graduation Rate 87.4%

Diversity Index 50/100

Population 12,573 157th of 1,287

Median Income $68,242 below average

Poverty Rate 18.3% 47% higher national

Median Home Value $140,300 bottom 30%

How Geneva city Compares

Median Household Income

Geneva city

$68,242

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Geneva city

$140,300

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.9%

$25K-$50K 19.4%

$50K-$100K 34.6%

$100K+ 29.2%

Employment

3.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

59.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 49.2%

Renter 50.8%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.1x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

16.7%

18-34

36.6%

35-54

19.4%

55-74

21.3%

75+

6.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Geneva city Rankings in New York

#157 Population of 1,287

#807 Median Income of 1,287

#621 Education of 1,287

#926 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Geneva city

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Haverstraw village	12,273	$67,447	$361,800	24.3%	17.0%
Endwell CDP	11,821	$72,742	$162,800	42.7%	11.3%
Greece CDP	14,053	$67,223	$157,600	28.3%	9.1%
Inwood CDP	11,964	$79,500	$610,600	24.3%	14.3%
Ridge CDP	12,506	$88,266	$404,900	31.9%	3.5%

Population Overview

Geneva city is a small city located in New York, within Seneca County. The total population is 12,573. It ranks as the 157th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Geneva city is 33.3 years. This is 16% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Geneva city is $68,242. This is 19% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 13% lower. The poverty rate stands at 18.3%. This is 33% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.4%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $140,300. Housing costs are 65% lower than the state median of $403,000. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Geneva city is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 49.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 9% lower than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Geneva city is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.9% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 18.3%. The Asian population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

34.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 87.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Geneva city, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,287 Census-designated places in New York. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Geneva city, New York?

Geneva city, New York has a population of 12,573 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Geneva city, NY?

The median household income in Geneva city is $68,242, which is 13% lower the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Geneva city, NY?

The poverty rate in Geneva city is 18.3%. This means approximately 1,870 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Geneva city, New York?

Geneva city's population is 67.9% White, 7.2% Black, 18.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Geneva city, NY?

The median home value in Geneva city is $140,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.

How educated is Geneva city, New York?

34.1% of adults (25+) in Geneva city hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.