Hartsdale, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hartsdale, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hartsdale, New York had a total population of 2,903, the 505th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $132,778, which is 54% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.7%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 54% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.7% — among the lowest in New York.
78.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.

Hartsdale Quick Facts

Population 2,903

Median Household Income $132,778

Median Home Value $355,300

Poverty Rate 4.7%

Unemployment Rate 3.3%

Median Age 49.8 years

Homeownership Rate 81.3%

Affordability Ratio 2.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 78.6%

High School Graduation Rate 97.3%

Diversity Index 50/100

Population 2,903 505th of 1,289

Median Income $132,778 top 30%

Poverty Rate 4.7% 62% lower than national

Median Home Value $355,300 above average

How Hartsdale 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	3,254	2,903	-10.8%
Median household income	$152,619	$132,778	-13.0%
Median home value	$341,500	$355,300	+4.0%

How Hartsdale Compares

Median Household Income

Hartsdale

$132,778

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Hartsdale

$355,300

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.2%

$25K-$50K 6.1%

$50K-$100K 31.3%

$100K+ 57.5%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.9%

$10K-$15K

1.8%

$15K-$20K

0.8%

$20K-$25K

0.7%

$25K-$30K

2.6%

$30K-$35K

2.2%

$35K-$40K

0.0%

$40K-$45K

0.5%

$45K-$50K

0.8%

$50K-$60K

4.9%

$60K-$75K

8.6%

$75K-$100K

17.8%

$100K-$125K

5.7%

$125K-$150K

7.3%

$150K-$200K

10.5%

$200K+

34.1%

Employment

3.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

60.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 81.3%

Renter 18.7%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,858/mo 16.8% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.4%

18-34

10.3%

35-54

30.0%

55-74

32.1%

75+

10.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

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

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hartsdale Rankings in New York

#505 Population of 1,289

#273 Median Income of 1,219

#50 Education of 1,288

#471 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Westchester County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Yonkers	209,978	$83,549	13.8%	$501,600
New Rochelle	82,769	$109,167	10.1%	$702,500
Mount Vernon	72,427	$78,779	14.8%	$484,000
White Plains	60,666	$110,763	11.2%	$620,800
Port Chester	31,102	$92,222	12.9%	$582,600
Harrison	29,961	$164,250	4.1%	$1,010,700
Ossining	26,950	$103,573	8.6%	$449,100
Peekskill	25,625	$85,954	11.9%	$395,600
Eastchester	20,491	$157,202	4.8%	$790,100
Mamaroneck	19,826	$120,000	10.7%	$717,200

Cities Similar to Hartsdale

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Valhalla	2,937	$134,037	$663,500	44.0%	9.4%
Florida	2,893	$123,250	$361,800	29.4%	6.8%
Cutchogue	2,835	$143,472	$917,800	53.3%	6.3%
Cornwall-on-Hudson	3,037	$140,208	$471,200	53.7%	3.6%
Elma Center	2,814	$121,425	$423,000	56.0%	2.6%

Population Overview

Hartsdale is a small community located in New York, within Westchester County. The total population is 2,903. It ranks as the 505th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hartsdale is 49.8 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 10.3% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hartsdale is $132,778. This is 54% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 64% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.7%. This is 67% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 3.3%. This is 49% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $355,300. Housing costs are 16% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Hartsdale is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 81.3% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 50% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hartsdale is White (non-Hispanic), making up 67.6% of the population. Asian residents account for 17.0%. The Black or African American population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (17.0% vs 9.0%).

Education

78.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Hartsdale in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 95% 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 97.3%. Notably, 45.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hartsdale, 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 Hartsdale, New York?

Hartsdale, New York has a population of 2,903 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hartsdale, NY?

The median household income in Hartsdale is $132,778, which is 64% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Hartsdale, NY?

The poverty rate in Hartsdale is 4.7%. This means approximately 136 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hartsdale, New York?

Hartsdale's population is 67.6% White, 2.4% Black, 11.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 17.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hartsdale, NY?

The median home value in Hartsdale is $355,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.

How educated is Hartsdale, New York?

78.6% of adults (25+) in Hartsdale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 45.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.