Lake George village, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Lake George village, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Lake George village, New York has a total population of 928, the 884th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $52,411, which is 38% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.7%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 38% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.4%.

Lake George village Quick Facts

Population 928

Median Household Income $52,411

Median Home Value $302,300

Poverty Rate 8.7%

Unemployment Rate 0.4%

Median Age 52.1 years

Homeownership Rate 45.1%

Affordability Ratio 5.8x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 24.8%

High School Graduation Rate 88.3%

Diversity Index 37/100

Population 928 884th of 1,287

Median Income $52,411 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 8.7% 30% lower national

Median Home Value $302,300 average

How Lake George village Compares

Median Household Income

Lake George village

$52,411

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Lake George village

$302,300

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 15.9%

$25K-$50K 28.6%

$50K-$100K 29.4%

$100K+ 26.1%

Employment

0.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

54.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 45.1%

Renter 54.9%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.8x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

7.3%

18-34

29.3%

35-54

22.1%

55-74

34.6%

75+

6.7%

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+)

Lake George village Rankings in New York

#884 Population of 1,287

#1062 Median Income of 1,287

#874 Education of 1,287

#499 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Lake George village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Great Bend CDP	942	N/A	$125,000	23.2%	31.9%
New Berlin village	947	$55,156	$105,200	16.3%	23.2%
Naples village	971	$52,750	$138,500	27.4%	16.9%
Ripley CDP	937	$46,991	$84,400	27.2%	7.6%
Palenville CDP	990	N/A	$233,700	26.5%	14.5%

Population Overview

Lake George village is a small community located in New York. The total population is 928. It ranks as the 884th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Lake George village is 52.1 years. This is 32% higher than the state median of 39.6 years. Only 7.3% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Lake George village is $52,411. This is 38% lower than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 33% lower. The poverty rate stands at 8.7%. This is 36% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 0.4%. This is 93% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $302,300. Housing costs are 25% lower than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x. 45.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 17% lower than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Lake George village is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.2%. The Black or African American population (0.9%) is well below the state average of 13.6%. The Asian population (1.7%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

24.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 37% 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 88.3%.

Data Sources & Methodology

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

Lake George village, New York has a population of 928 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Lake George village is $52,411, which is 33% lower the national median of $78,538.

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

The poverty rate in Lake George village is 8.7%. This means approximately 81 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Lake George village's population is 77.4% White, 0.9% Black, 17.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.7% Asian.

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

The median home value in Lake George village is $302,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.8x.

How educated is Lake George village, New York?

24.8% of adults (25+) in Lake George village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 2.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.