North Massapequa, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: North Massapequa, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, North Massapequa, New York had a total population of 17,877, the 107th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $148,654, which is 73% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.9%.

Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes

Key Takeaways

Household income is 73% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.9% — among the lowest in New York.

North Massapequa Quick Facts

Population 17,877

Median Household Income $148,654

Median Home Value $634,900

Poverty Rate 4.9%

Unemployment Rate 4.1%

Median Age 42.7 years

Homeownership Rate 94.8%

Affordability Ratio 4.3x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 49.9%

High School Graduation Rate 96.6%

Diversity Index 25/100

Population 17,877 107th of 1,289

Median Income $148,654 top 20%

Poverty Rate 4.9% 61% lower than national

Median Home Value $634,900 top 20%

How North Massapequa 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	18,037	17,877	-0.9%
Median household income	$142,274	$148,654	+4.5%
Median home value	$609,100	$634,900	+4.2%

How North Massapequa Compares

Median Household Income

North Massapequa

$148,654

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

North Massapequa

$634,900

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.1%

$25K-$50K 5.2%

$50K-$100K 15.9%

$100K+ 71.9%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

5.5%

$10K-$15K

0.5%

$15K-$20K

0.6%

$20K-$25K

0.5%

$25K-$30K

0.3%

$30K-$35K

0.7%

$35K-$40K

1.4%

$40K-$45K

1.2%

$45K-$50K

1.6%

$50K-$60K

3.4%

$60K-$75K

3.1%

$75K-$100K

9.3%

$100K-$125K

10.8%

$125K-$150K

11.4%

$150K-$200K

16.5%

$200K+

33.2%

Employment

4.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

69.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 94.8%

Renter 5.2%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.3x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,302/mo 18.6% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.9%

18-34

22.4%

35-54

22.7%

55-74

28.2%

75+

7.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Low Diversity

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 Massapequa Rankings in New York

#107 Population of 1,289

#180 Median Income of 1,219

#348 Education of 1,288

#240 Home Value of 1,232

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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 North Massapequa

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
North Valley Stream	17,825	$142,733	$613,800	40.5%	4.0%
North Babylon	17,963	$140,342	$520,500	35.5%	3.3%
Port Washington	18,004	$170,127	$1,003,200	72.1%	4.1%
Woodmere	18,061	$172,537	$975,400	63.6%	2.1%
Roosevelt	18,885	$135,069	$477,400	28.7%	3.8%

Population Overview

North Massapequa is a small city located in New York, within Nassau County. The total population is 17,877. It ranks as the 107th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in North Massapequa is 42.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.8 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in North Massapequa is $148,654. This is 73% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 84% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.9%. This is 65% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. This exceptionally low poverty rate indicates strong economic prosperity across the community. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 36% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $634,900. Housing costs are 50% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x. 94.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 74% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

North Massapequa has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 86.0% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 9.6%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (86.0% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (0.2%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (9.6%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

49.9% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% 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 96.6%. Notably, 20.2% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for North Massapequa, 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 Massapequa, New York?

North Massapequa, New York has a population of 17,877 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in North Massapequa, NY?

The median household income in North Massapequa is $148,654, which is 84% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in North Massapequa, NY?

The poverty rate in North Massapequa is 4.9%. This means approximately 869 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of North Massapequa, New York?

North Massapequa's population is 86.0% White, 0.2% Black, 9.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in North Massapequa, NY?

The median home value in North Massapequa is $634,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

How educated is North Massapequa, New York?

49.9% of adults (25+) in North Massapequa hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 20.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.