Pelham Manor, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Pelham Manor, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Pelham Manor, New York had a total population of 5,644, the 329th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $250,000+, which is 191% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.5%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 191% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.5% — among the lowest in New York.
79.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.

Pelham Manor Quick Facts

Population 5,644

Median Household Income $250,000+

Median Home Value $1,093,300

Poverty Rate 2.5%

Unemployment Rate 5.2%

Median Age 42.4 years

Homeownership Rate 92.2%

Affordability Ratio 4.4x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 79.6%

High School Graduation Rate 95.5%

Diversity Index 43/100

Population 5,644 329th of 1,289

Median Income $250,000+ top 10%

Poverty Rate 2.5% 80% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,093,300 top 10%

How Pelham Manor 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	5,648	5,644	-0.1%
Median household income	$250,000+	$250,000+	+0.0%
Median home value	$1,075,300	$1,093,300	+1.7%

How Pelham Manor Compares

Median Household Income

Pelham Manor

$250,001

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Pelham Manor

$1,093,300

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.5%

$25K-$50K 3.2%

$50K-$100K 8.5%

$100K+ 83.8%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.0%

$10K-$15K

0.0%

$15K-$20K

1.5%

$20K-$25K

0.0%

$25K-$30K

0.4%

$30K-$35K

0.0%

$35K-$40K

0.8%

$40K-$45K

1.5%

$45K-$50K

0.6%

$50K-$60K

1.9%

$60K-$75K

4.1%

$75K-$100K

2.6%

$100K-$125K

5.6%

$125K-$150K

2.1%

$150K-$200K

9.9%

$200K+

66.2%

Employment

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

66.5% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 92.2%

Renter 7.8%

Affordability Index Moderate

4.4x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,705/mo 13.0% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

30.0%

18-34

10.1%

35-54

30.3%

55-74

22.5%

75+

7.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Moderate Diversity

Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Pelham Manor Rankings in New York

#329 Population of 1,289

#1 Median Income of 1,219

#43 Education of 1,288

#72 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Westchester County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Yonkers	209,978	$83,549	13.8%	$501,600
New Rochelle	82,769	$109,167	10.1%	$702,500
Mount Vernon	72,427	$78,779	14.8%	$484,000
White Plains	60,666	$110,763	11.2%	$620,800
Port Chester	31,102	$92,222	12.9%	$582,600
Harrison	29,961	$164,250	4.1%	$1,010,700
Ossining	26,950	$103,573	8.6%	$449,100
Peekskill	25,625	$85,954	11.9%	$395,600
Eastchester	20,491	$157,202	4.8%	$790,100
Mamaroneck	19,826	$120,000	10.7%	$717,200

Cities Similar to Pelham Manor

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Kings Point	5,634	$211,299	$1,981,000	66.5%	0.9%
Ardsley	4,998	$243,000	$829,900	78.7%	4.4%
Flower Hill	4,803	$250,000+	$1,975,500	84.2%	2.9%
Wesley Hills	6,196	$209,345	$909,800	60.0%	5.5%
Centerport	6,072	$195,357	$740,200	70.6%	3.9%

Population Overview

Pelham Manor is a small city located in New York, within Westchester County. The total population is 5,644. It ranks as the 329th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Pelham Manor is 42.4 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. With 30.0% of the population under 18, Pelham Manor has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Pelham Manor is $250,000+. This is 191% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 210% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.5%. This is 82% 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 5.2%. This is 18% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $1,093,300. Housing costs are 158% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x. 92.2% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 70% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Pelham Manor is White (non-Hispanic), making up 74.5% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.6%. The Black or African American population (3.4%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (8.6%) is well below the state average of 19.8%.

Education

79.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Pelham Manor in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 98% 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 95.5%. Notably, 45.9% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Pelham Manor, 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 Pelham Manor, New York?

Pelham Manor, New York has a population of 5,644 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Pelham Manor, NY?

The median household income in Pelham Manor is $250,000+, which is 210% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Pelham Manor, NY?

The poverty rate in Pelham Manor is 2.5%. This means approximately 139 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Pelham Manor, New York?

Pelham Manor's population is 74.5% White, 3.4% Black, 8.6% Hispanic/Latino, and 7.8% Asian.

What is the median home value in Pelham Manor, NY?

The median home value in Pelham Manor is $1,093,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

How educated is Pelham Manor, New York?

79.6% of adults (25+) in Pelham Manor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 45.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.