Port Chester village, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Port Chester village, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Port Chester village, New York has a total population of 31,162, the 44th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $99,916, which is 18% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.0%.

Port Chester village Quick Facts

Population 31,162

Median Household Income $99,916

Median Home Value $563,900

Poverty Rate 12.0%

Unemployment Rate 7.2%

Median Age 38.6 years

Homeownership Rate 46.6%

Affordability Ratio 5.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 34.5%

High School Graduation Rate 78.5%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 31,162 44th of 1,287

Median Income $99,916 above average

Poverty Rate 12.0% 4% lower national

Median Home Value $563,900 top 30%

How Port Chester village Compares

Median Household Income

Port Chester village

$99,916

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Port Chester village

$563,900

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.4%

$25K-$50K 13.0%

$50K-$100K 23.6%

$100K+ 50.0%

Employment

7.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

70.3% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 46.6%

Renter 53.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.6x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

19.4%

18-34

23.3%

35-54

30.8%

55-74

21.1%

75+

5.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 60

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Port Chester village Rankings in New York

#44 Population of 1,287

#449 Median Income of 1,287

#616 Education of 1,287

#284 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Port Chester village

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Bay Shore CDP	31,275	$101,695	$467,800	29.7%	8.0%
Saratoga Springs city	28,542	$100,485	$445,100	58.8%	10.3%
Centereach CDP	31,501	$127,106	$471,300	34.7%	5.4%
Shirley CDP	27,807	$105,379	$390,300	16.9%	8.0%
Uniondale CDP	33,637	$115,037	$511,300	26.5%	10.5%

Population Overview

Port Chester village is a mid-sized community located in New York. The total population is 31,162. It ranks as the 44th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Port Chester village is 38.6 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Port Chester village is $99,916. This is 18% higher than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 27% higher. The poverty rate stands at 12.0%. This is 12% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 7.2%. This is 16% higher than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $563,900. Housing costs are 40% higher than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x. 46.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 14% lower than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Port Chester village is Hispanic or Latino, making up 59.7% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 28.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (59.7% vs 19.6%). The Asian population (2.5%) is well below the state average of 8.8%.

Education

34.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 13% lower than the state rate of 39.6%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 78.5%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Port Chester village, New York is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023). The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually, providing reliable estimates for communities of all sizes. Comparisons are made against New York state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,287 Census-designated places in New York. For official data, visit data.census.gov.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Port Chester village, New York?

Port Chester village, New York has a population of 31,162 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Port Chester village, NY?

The median household income in Port Chester village is $99,916, which is 27% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Port Chester village, NY?

The poverty rate in Port Chester village is 12.0%. This means approximately 3,715 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Port Chester village, New York?

Port Chester village's population is 28.9% White, 6.9% Black, 59.7% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Port Chester village, NY?

The median home value in Port Chester village is $563,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.6x.

How educated is Port Chester village, New York?

34.5% of adults (25+) in Port Chester village hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 14.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.