Medford CDP, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Medford CDP, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Medford CDP, New York has a total population of 25,681, the 64th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $128,631, which is 52% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.6%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 52% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.

Medford CDP Quick Facts

Population 25,681

Median Household Income $128,631

Median Home Value $444,500

Poverty Rate 5.6%

Unemployment Rate 4.0%

Median Age 39.6 years

Homeownership Rate 90.4%

Affordability Ratio 3.5x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.7%

High School Graduation Rate 89.6%

Diversity Index 58/100

Population 25,681 64th of 1,287

Median Income $128,631 top 30%

Poverty Rate 5.6% 55% lower national

Median Home Value $444,500 top 30%

How Medford CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Medford CDP

$128,631

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Medford CDP

$444,500

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.9%

$25K-$50K 13.0%

$50K-$100K 18.8%

$100K+ 62.3%

Employment

4.0% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

64.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 90.4%

Renter 9.6%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.5x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

22.3%

18-34

22.3%

35-54

23.2%

55-74

24.1%

75+

8.1%

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+)

Medford CDP Rankings in New York

#64 Population of 1,287

#275 Median Income of 1,287

#697 Education of 1,287

#367 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Medford CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Lindenhurst village	27,106	$129,033	$484,800	31.4%	5.1%
Holbrook CDP	26,256	$139,116	$504,100	33.4%	5.0%
Rockville Centre village	25,770	$144,516	$796,100	62.9%	5.0%
Deer Park CDP	27,334	$138,950	$497,900	37.1%	4.6%
Smithtown CDP	24,940	$148,852	$661,400	50.2%	3.9%

Population Overview

Medford CDP is a mid-sized community located in New York. The total population is 25,681. It ranks as the 64th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Medford CDP is 39.6 years. This is about average than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Medford CDP is $128,631. This is 52% higher than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 64% higher. The poverty rate stands at 5.6%. This is 59% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. This is 35% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $444,500. Housing costs are 10% higher than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x. 90.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 67% higher than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Medford CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 57.0% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 29.4%. The Asian population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

30.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 22% 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 89.6%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Medford CDP, 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 Medford CDP, New York?

Medford CDP, New York has a population of 25,681 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Medford CDP, NY?

The median household income in Medford CDP is $128,631, which is 64% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Medford CDP, NY?

The poverty rate in Medford CDP is 5.6%. This means approximately 1,407 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Medford CDP, New York?

Medford CDP's population is 57.0% White, 7.9% Black, 29.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Medford CDP, NY?

The median home value in Medford CDP is $444,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

How educated is Medford CDP, New York?

30.7% of adults (25+) in Medford CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.