Greenwood Lake village, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Greenwood Lake village, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Greenwood Lake village, New York has a total population of 3,022, the 500th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $80,240, which is 5% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.6%.

Greenwood Lake village Quick Facts

Population 3,022

Median Household Income $80,240

Median Home Value $309,600

Poverty Rate 8.6%

Unemployment Rate 5.9%

Median Age 42.2 years

Homeownership Rate 78.1%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 33.2%

High School Graduation Rate 90.1%

Diversity Index 35/100

Population 3,022 500th of 1,287

Median Income $80,240 average

Poverty Rate 8.6% 30% lower national

Median Home Value $309,600 above average

How Greenwood Lake village Compares

Median Household Income

Greenwood Lake village

$80,240

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Greenwood Lake village

$309,600

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 10.8%

$25K-$50K 12.7%

$50K-$100K 34.3%

$100K+ 42.2%

Employment

5.9% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

57.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 78.1%

Renter 21.9%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.5%

18-34

27.9%

35-54

21.8%

55-74

26.4%

75+

6.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Greenwood Lake village Rankings in New York

#500 Population of 1,287

#635 Median Income of 1,287

#640 Education of 1,287

#490 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Greenwood Lake village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Wanakah CDP	3,071	$77,482	$187,200	32.6%	7.6%
Sherrill city	3,041	$88,233	$207,400	40.4%	6.7%
Washington Heights CDP	3,189	$78,663	$365,400	27.8%	17.4%
Lakewood village	2,975	$70,962	$146,300	37.6%	10.0%
Eden CDP	3,164	$85,707	$231,200	25.9%	11.5%

Population Overview

Greenwood Lake village is a small community located in New York. The total population is 3,022. It ranks as the 500th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Greenwood Lake village is 42.2 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Greenwood Lake village is $80,240. This is 5% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 2% higher. The poverty rate stands at 8.6%. This is 37% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 5.9%. This is 5% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $309,600. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 78.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 44% higher than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Greenwood Lake village is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.6% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 12.6%. The Black or African American population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.

Education

33.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 16% 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 90.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Greenwood Lake village, 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 Greenwood Lake village, New York?

Greenwood Lake village, New York has a population of 3,022 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Greenwood Lake village, NY?

The median household income in Greenwood Lake village is $80,240, which is 2% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Greenwood Lake village, NY?

The poverty rate in Greenwood Lake village is 8.6%. This means approximately 260 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Greenwood Lake village, New York?

Greenwood Lake village's population is 79.6% White, 1.5% Black, 12.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 5.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Greenwood Lake village, NY?

The median home value in Greenwood Lake village is $309,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Greenwood Lake village, New York?

33.2% of adults (25+) in Greenwood Lake village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.