Matinecock, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Matinecock, New York had a total population of 867, the 900th largest village in New York. The poverty rate is 10.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- 67.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
- Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 2.1%.
Matinecock Quick Facts
How Matinecock 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 | 787 | 867 | +10.2% |
| Median home value | $2,000,000+ | $2,000,000+ | +0.0% |
How Matinecock 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
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Matinecock Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Nassau County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hempstead | 58,801 | $90,420 | 14.4% | $459,500 |
| Levittown | 51,904 | $146,068 | 4.7% | $590,500 |
| Freeport | 44,088 | $120,625 | 7.4% | $505,900 |
| Hicksville | 43,780 | $144,471 | 3.9% | $634,100 |
| Valley Stream | 40,315 | $133,190 | 5.5% | $616,100 |
| East Meadow | 36,821 | $133,971 | 6.4% | $631,800 |
| Elmont | 36,518 | $114,217 | 5.0% | $602,900 |
| Baldwin | 34,994 | $145,472 | 6.6% | $593,800 |
| Long Beach | 34,756 | $140,739 | 7.6% | $696,400 |
| Uniondale | 33,148 | $124,684 | 9.2% | $539,000 |
Cities Similar to Matinecock
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Chazy | 867 | $105,898 | $93,800 | 23.3% | 0.0% |
| Palenville | 870 | N/A | $238,500 | 20.4% | 5.4% |
| Sylvan Beach | 881 | $57,000 | $180,100 | 24.3% | 11.1% |
| Millerton | 851 | $83,090 | $240,800 | 24.4% | 10.1% |
| Peconic | 848 | $116,250 | $980,900 | 53.8% | 0.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 867, Matinecock'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
Matinecock is a small community located in New York, within Nassau County. The total population is 867. It ranks as the 900th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Matinecock is 46.3 years. This is 16% higher than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The poverty rate stands at 10.0%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.1%. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $2,000,000+. Housing costs are 372% higher than the state median of $423,800. 91.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 68% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Matinecock is White (non-Hispanic), making up 71.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 17.0%. The Black or African American population (0.4%) is well below the state average of 13.4%.
Education
67.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Matinecock in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 69% 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 94.1%. Notably, 25.1% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Matinecock, 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 Matinecock, New York?
Matinecock, New York has a population of 867 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Matinecock, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Matinecock — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Matinecock, NY?
The poverty rate in Matinecock is 10.0%. This means approximately 84 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Matinecock, New York?
Matinecock's population is 71.2% White, 0.4% Black, 17.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Matinecock, NY?
The median home value in Matinecock is $2,000,000+.
How educated is Matinecock, New York?
67.8% of adults (25+) in Matinecock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 25.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.