Hammondsport, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hammondsport, New York had a total population of 506, the 1055th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $70,341, which is 18% 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
Hammondsport Quick Facts
How Hammondsport 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 | 564 | 506 | -10.3% |
| Median household income | $70,521 | $70,341 | -0.3% |
| Median home value | $189,200 | $211,900 | +12.0% |
How Hammondsport 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+)
Hammondsport Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Steuben County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corning | 10,643 | $61,760 | 11.7% | $158,400 |
| Hornell | 8,152 | $47,385 | 23.3% | $94,500 |
| Bath | 5,560 | $47,150 | 19.7% | $101,700 |
| Gang Mills | 4,177 | $108,194 | 8.9% | $308,400 |
| Canisteo | 2,085 | $53,558 | 16.6% | $111,000 |
| Wayland | 2,007 | $74,688 | 17.0% | $99,500 |
| Painted Post | 1,824 | $62,891 | 12.4% | $155,900 |
| Addison | 1,688 | $55,921 | 17.8% | $97,300 |
| South Corning | 1,132 | $58,750 | 12.4% | $124,600 |
| North Hornell | 1,043 | $78,750 | 12.3% | $161,700 |
Cities Similar to Hammondsport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley | 489 | $70,357 | $126,700 | 11.9% | 10.4% |
| East Randolph | 499 | $75,870 | $109,400 | 14.6% | 10.3% |
| Coopers Plains | 480 | N/A | $223,100 | 29.8% | 15.6% |
| North Granville | 531 | $69,363 | $133,800 | 12.6% | 4.4% |
| Northampton | 499 | $78,421 | $393,300 | 18.1% | 8.4% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 506, Hammondsport'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
Hammondsport is a small community located in New York, within Steuben County. The total population is 506. It ranks as the 1055th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hammondsport is 57.2 years. This is 44% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. Only 14.6% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hammondsport is $70,341. This is 18% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 13% 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 3.4%. This is 46% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $211,900. Housing costs are 50% lower than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x. 67.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 24% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hammondsport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 93.5% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (93.5% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (1.0%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.
Education
34.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 14% 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 94.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hammondsport, 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 Hammondsport, New York?
Hammondsport, New York has a population of 506 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hammondsport, NY?
The median household income in Hammondsport is $70,341, which is 13% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hammondsport, NY?
The poverty rate in Hammondsport is 9.7%. This means approximately 49 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hammondsport, New York?
Hammondsport's population is 93.5% White, 1.0% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.2% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hammondsport, NY?
The median home value in Hammondsport is $211,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.0x.
How educated is Hammondsport, New York?
34.8% of adults (25+) in Hammondsport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.