North Bay, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, North Bay, New York had a total population of 257, the 1180th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $55,721, which is 35% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 35% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x.
North Bay Quick Facts
How North Bay 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 | 150 | 257 | +71.3% |
How North Bay 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+)
North Bay Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Oneida County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utica | 64,217 | $52,484 | 27.5% | $151,300 |
| Rome | 31,795 | $59,925 | 18.1% | $154,400 |
| New York Mills | 3,856 | $57,578 | 34.4% | $207,700 |
| Whitesboro | 3,633 | $45,934 | 22.8% | $160,700 |
| Lake Delta | 3,202 | $100,094 | 1.8% | $239,400 |
| Sherrill | 3,028 | $88,947 | 5.7% | $227,500 |
| Camden | 2,695 | $78,375 | 7.5% | $177,600 |
| Yorkville | 2,613 | $72,969 | 4.2% | $156,300 |
| Washington Mills | 2,112 | $134,397 | 7.0% | $231,300 |
| Hamilton College | 2,058 | N/A | 0.0% | N/A |
Cities Similar to North Bay
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grahamsville | 249 | N/A | $316,700 | 31.8% | 2.8% |
| East Worcester | 270 | N/A | $108,800 | 19.6% | 27.0% |
| Phoenicia | 271 | N/A | $450,000 | 47.1% | 51.3% |
| Malden-on-Hudson | 275 | N/A | $333,800 | 55.3% | 0.0% |
| Springfield Center | 244 | $51,667 | N/A | 21.8% | 9.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 257, North Bay'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
North Bay is a small community located in New York, within Oneida County. The total population is 257. It ranks as the 1180th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in North Bay is 51.6 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 15.2% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in North Bay is $55,721. This is 35% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 31% lower than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in North Bay. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The survey records no unemployed residents in North Bay, which reflects the size of the sample rather than a labor market without joblessness. The median home value is $68,500. Housing costs are 84% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.2x, North Bay is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 84.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 55% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in North Bay is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 19.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (80.2% vs 52.8%).
Education
26.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 35% lower 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 81.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for North Bay, 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 North Bay, New York?
North Bay, New York has a population of 257 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in North Bay, NY?
The median household income in North Bay is $55,721, which is 31% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in North Bay, NY?
The ACS sample for North Bay recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of North Bay, New York?
North Bay's population is 80.2% White, 0.0% Black, 19.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in North Bay, NY?
The median home value in North Bay is $68,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.2x.
How educated is North Bay, New York?
26.2% of adults (25+) in North Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.