McLean, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, McLean, New York had a total population of 410, the 1107th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $75,962, which is 12% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
McLean Quick Facts
How McLean 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 | 363 | 410 | +12.9% |
| Median household income | $73,125 | $75,962 | +3.9% |
How McLean 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+)
McLean Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Tompkins County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ithaca | 32,814 | $48,784 | 30.4% | $342,700 |
| South Hill | 6,951 | $104,211 | 12.7% | $353,800 |
| Cayuga Heights | 4,000 | $166,526 | 11.2% | $433,000 |
| Lansing | 3,876 | $72,364 | 23.6% | $516,900 |
| Northeast Ithaca | 2,661 | $95,250 | 3.1% | $402,000 |
| Northwest Ithaca | 2,225 | $56,753 | 17.8% | $312,900 |
| East Ithaca | 1,918 | $116,410 | 7.3% | $332,700 |
| Groton | 1,834 | $60,114 | 8.2% | $156,700 |
| Dryden | 1,671 | $50,435 | 18.2% | $230,900 |
| Trumansburg | 1,665 | $68,967 | 9.3% | $287,000 |
Cities Similar to McLean
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 414 | $75,500 | $136,500 | 27.7% | 11.1% |
| Jeffersonville | 425 | $76,000 | $227,100 | 26.8% | 27.9% |
| Ovid | 402 | $79,583 | $121,400 | 21.6% | 8.2% |
| Dalton | 397 | $73,949 | $103,100 | 21.2% | 8.7% |
| Hobart | 409 | $85,208 | $160,500 | 23.2% | 11.0% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 410, McLean'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
McLean is a small community located in New York, within Tompkins County. The total population is 410. It ranks as the 1107th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in McLean is 19.9 years. This is 50% lower than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in McLean is $75,962. This is 12% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 6% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.3%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The survey records no unemployed residents in McLean, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. 61.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in McLean was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
42.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 6% higher than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for McLean, 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 McLean, New York?
McLean, New York has a population of 410 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in McLean, NY?
The median household income in McLean is $75,962, which is 6% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in McLean, NY?
The poverty rate in McLean is 8.3%. This means approximately 34 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of McLean, New York?
McLean's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in McLean, NY?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for McLean — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is McLean, New York?
42.6% of adults (25+) in McLean hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 12.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.