Northport, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Northport, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Northport, New York had a total population of 7,322, the 263rd largest village in New York, with a median household income of $146,921, which is 71% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.2%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 71% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 0.8%.

Northport Quick Facts

Population 7,322

Median Household Income $146,921

Median Home Value $745,300

Poverty Rate 12.2%

Unemployment Rate 0.8%

Median Age 51.6 years

Homeownership Rate 85.9%

Affordability Ratio 5.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 66.2%

High School Graduation Rate 99.5%

Diversity Index 21/100

Population 7,322 263rd of 1,289

Median Income $146,921 top 20%

Poverty Rate 12.2% 2% lower than national

Median Home Value $745,300 top 20%

How Northport 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	7,320	7,322	+0.0%
Median household income	$141,378	$146,921	+3.9%
Median home value	$708,400	$745,300	+5.2%

How Northport Compares

Median Household Income

Northport

$146,921

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Northport

$745,300

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.7%

$25K-$50K 10.9%

$50K-$100K 14.6%

$100K+ 64.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.7%

$10K-$15K

4.1%

$15K-$20K

1.5%

$20K-$25K

0.4%

$25K-$30K

5.5%

$30K-$35K

1.6%

$35K-$40K

1.4%

$40K-$45K

0.8%

$45K-$50K

1.6%

$50K-$60K

0.7%

$60K-$75K

3.2%

$75K-$100K

10.7%

$100K-$125K

6.8%

$125K-$150K

8.7%

$150K-$200K

16.8%

$200K+

32.5%

Employment

0.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

65.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 85.9%

Renter 14.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,209/mo 18.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.6%

18-34

16.1%

35-54

21.8%

55-74

32.8%

75+

11.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very 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+)

Northport Rankings in New York

#263 Population of 1,289

#188 Median Income of 1,219

#144 Education of 1,288

#166 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Suffolk County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
West Babylon	43,570	$129,519	5.9%	$531,900
Coram	39,539	$105,220	7.5%	$452,100
Central Islip	38,373	$113,707	9.2%	$436,400
Commack	36,558	$169,792	4.2%	$678,200
Huntington Station	32,601	$135,477	7.2%	$578,000
Centereach	31,839	$132,240	5.3%	$514,800
Bay Shore	31,683	$105,618	10.2%	$492,200
Shirley	28,375	$112,788	6.5%	$424,900
Deer Park	27,990	$137,105	3.4%	$543,500
Lindenhurst	27,142	$130,128	5.7%	$521,500

Cities Similar to Northport

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Binghamton University	7,449	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
East Shoreham	7,321	$153,235	$604,100	44.0%	3.4%
University at Buffalo	7,020	N/A	N/A	95.7%	48.5%
Pleasantville	7,371	$136,406	$824,200	70.6%	5.7%
Hewlett	7,570	$140,765	$654,500	65.0%	6.7%

Population Overview

Northport is a small city located in New York, within Suffolk County. The total population is 7,322. It ranks as the 263rd most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Northport is 51.6 years. This is 30% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 11.7% 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 Northport is $146,921. This is 71% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 82% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.2%. This is 13% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 0.8%. This is 87% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $745,300. Housing costs are 76% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x. 85.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 58% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Northport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 88.6% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (88.6% 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 (7.1%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (0.7%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

66.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 64% 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 99.5%. Notably, 32.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Northport, 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 Northport, New York?

Northport, New York has a population of 7,322 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Northport, NY?

The median household income in Northport is $146,921, which is 82% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Northport, NY?

The poverty rate in Northport is 12.2%. This means approximately 891 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Northport, New York?

Northport's population is 88.6% White, 0.2% Black, 7.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.7% Asian.

What is the median home value in Northport, NY?

The median home value in Northport is $745,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.1x.

How educated is Northport, New York?

66.2% of adults (25+) in Northport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.