Ovid, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Ovid, New York had a total population of 402, the 1114th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $79,583, which is 7% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 8.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
Ovid Quick Facts
How Ovid 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 | 436 | 402 | -7.8% |
| Median household income | $62,596 | $79,583 | +27.1% |
| Median home value | $107,800 | $121,400 | +12.6% |
How Ovid 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+)
Ovid Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Seneca County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seneca Falls | 6,956 | $59,864 | 15.9% | $123,700 |
| Waterloo | 4,605 | $51,642 | 11.7% | $114,300 |
| Interlaken | 493 | $59,028 | 11.4% | $143,900 |
| Lodi | 307 | $54,125 | 9.2% | $114,100 |
| Romulus | 265 | $45,417 | 33.0% | $89,200 |
Cities Similar to Ovid
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McLean | 410 | $75,962 | N/A | 42.6% | 8.3% |
| Dalton | 397 | $73,949 | $103,100 | 21.2% | 8.7% |
| Morristown | 384 | $78,750 | $163,600 | 13.2% | 25.8% |
| Hobart | 409 | $85,208 | $160,500 | 23.2% | 11.0% |
| Wyoming | 414 | $75,500 | $136,500 | 27.7% | 11.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 402, Ovid'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
Ovid is a small community located in New York, within Seneca County. The total population is 402. It ranks as the 1114th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Ovid is 39.4 years. This is 1% lower than the state median of 39.8 years. Only 11.9% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Ovid is $79,583. This is 7% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 1% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.2%. This is 41% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 2.9%. This is 55% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $121,400. Housing costs are 71% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Ovid is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 59.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 10% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
Ovid has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.5%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.3% vs 52.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (1.5%) is well below the state average of 19.8%.
Education
21.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 46% 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 94.2%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Ovid, 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 Ovid, New York?
Ovid, New York has a population of 402 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Ovid, NY?
The median household income in Ovid is $79,583, which is 1% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Ovid, NY?
The poverty rate in Ovid is 8.2%. This means approximately 33 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Ovid, New York?
Ovid's population is 96.3% White, 0.0% Black, 1.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Ovid, NY?
The median home value in Ovid is $121,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Ovid, New York?
21.6% of adults (25+) in Ovid hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.