Monroe village, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Monroe village, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Monroe village, New York has a total population of 9,466, the 214th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $110,806, which is 31% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 9.3%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 31% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.

Monroe village Quick Facts

Population 9,466

Median Household Income $110,806

Median Home Value $404,200

Poverty Rate 9.3%

Unemployment Rate 3.9%

Median Age 32.8 years

Homeownership Rate 82.2%

Affordability Ratio 3.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 39.7%

High School Graduation Rate 88.7%

Diversity Index 61/100

Population 9,466 214th of 1,287

Median Income $110,806 top 30%

Poverty Rate 9.3% 25% lower national

Median Home Value $404,200 above average

How Monroe village Compares

Median Household Income

Monroe village

$110,806

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Monroe village

$404,200

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.3%

$25K-$50K 9.8%

$50K-$100K 21.0%

$100K+ 61.9%

Employment

3.9% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

70.2% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 82.2%

Renter 17.8%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.0%

18-34

25.0%

35-54

22.7%

55-74

20.5%

75+

4.8%

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+)

Monroe village Rankings in New York

#214 Population of 1,287

#367 Median Income of 1,287

#506 Education of 1,287

#395 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Monroe village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Stony Brook University CDP	9,138	N/A	N/A	53.4%	N/A
Amityville village	9,513	$103,684	$539,600	41.0%	9.3%
Hamburg village	9,762	$109,028	$238,000	50.4%	3.7%
Mahopac CDP	9,171	$114,867	$448,600	40.3%	3.6%
Bohemia CDP	9,306	$120,094	$506,000	42.0%	8.3%

Population Overview

Monroe village is a small city located in New York. The total population is 9,466. It ranks as the 214th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Monroe village is 32.8 years. This is 17% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Monroe village is $110,806. This is 31% higher than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 41% higher. The poverty rate stands at 9.3%. This is 32% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 3.9%. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $404,200. Housing costs are about average than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x. 82.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 51% higher than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Monroe village is White (non-Hispanic), making up 53.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 29.2%. The Asian population (3.3%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

39.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is about average 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 88.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Monroe 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 Monroe village, New York?

Monroe village, New York has a population of 9,466 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

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

The median household income in Monroe village is $110,806, which is 41% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Monroe village, NY?

The poverty rate in Monroe village is 9.3%. This means approximately 883 residents live below the federal poverty line.

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

Monroe village's population is 53.7% White, 10.3% Black, 29.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 3.3% Asian.

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

The median home value in Monroe village is $404,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

How educated is Monroe village, New York?

39.7% of adults (25+) in Monroe village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 13.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.