Hempstead village, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Hempstead village, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Hempstead village, New York has a total population of 58,569, the 13th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $82,454, which is 3% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 14.8%.

Key Takeaways

Unemployment rate of 9.5% is notably above the national average.

Hempstead village Quick Facts

Population 58,569

Median Household Income $82,454

Median Home Value $442,100

Poverty Rate 14.8%

Unemployment Rate 9.5%

Median Age 36.5 years

Homeownership Rate 45.8%

Affordability Ratio 5.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.4%

High School Graduation Rate 76.4%

Diversity Index 60/100

Population 58,569 13th of 1,287

Median Income $82,454 average

Poverty Rate 14.8% 19% higher national

Median Home Value $442,100 top 30%

How Hempstead village Compares

Median Household Income

Hempstead village

$82,454

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Hempstead village

$442,100

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 16.6%

$25K-$50K 17.0%

$50K-$100K 23.9%

$100K+ 42.6%

Employment

9.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

66.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 45.8%

Renter 54.3%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.4x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.5%

18-34

24.4%

35-54

27.7%

55-74

18.9%

75+

5.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Hempstead village Rankings in New York

#13 Population of 1,287

#601 Median Income of 1,287

#1016 Education of 1,287

#370 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Hempstead village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Tonawanda Town CDP	56,973	$76,644	$199,400	38.5%	9.8%
Irondequoit CDP	50,438	$76,871	$169,000	40.8%	8.9%
White Plains city	59,818	$115,586	$624,100	53.3%	10.9%
Mount Vernon city	72,528	$77,171	$449,600	35.0%	13.6%
West Seneca CDP	45,329	$75,465	$215,000	33.2%	8.3%

Population Overview

Hempstead village is a mid-sized community located in New York. The total population is 58,569. It ranks as the 13th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Hempstead village is 36.5 years. This is 8% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Hempstead village is $82,454. This is 3% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 5% higher. The poverty rate stands at 14.8%. This is 8% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 9.5%. This is 53% higher than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $442,100. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x. 45.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 16% lower than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Hempstead village is Hispanic or Latino, making up 45.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 43.2%. The White (non-Hispanic) population (4.8%) is well below the state average of 53.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (43.2% vs 13.6%). The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (45.4% vs 19.6%). The Asian population (2.4%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

20.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 48% 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 76.4%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Hempstead 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 Hempstead village, New York?

Hempstead village, New York has a population of 58,569 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Hempstead village, NY?

The median household income in Hempstead village is $82,454, which is 5% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Hempstead village, NY?

The poverty rate in Hempstead village is 14.8%. This means approximately 8,541 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Hempstead village, New York?

Hempstead village's population is 4.8% White, 43.2% Black, 45.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.

What is the median home value in Hempstead village, NY?

The median home value in Hempstead village is $442,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.4x.

How educated is Hempstead village, New York?

20.4% of adults (25+) in Hempstead village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.