Port Washington, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Port Washington, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Port Washington, New York had a total population of 18,004, the 105th largest community in New York, with a median household income of $170,127, which is 98% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.1%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 98% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.1% — among the lowest in New York.
72.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.

Port Washington Quick Facts

Population 18,004

Median Household Income $170,127

Median Home Value $1,003,200

Poverty Rate 4.1%

Unemployment Rate 3.5%

Median Age 42.1 years

Homeownership Rate 76.9%

Affordability Ratio 5.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 72.1%

High School Graduation Rate 95.5%

Diversity Index 47/100

Population 18,004 105th of 1,289

Median Income $170,127 top 10%

Poverty Rate 4.1% 67% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,003,200 top 10%

How Port Washington 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	17,613	18,004	+2.2%
Median household income	$183,964	$170,127	-7.5%
Median home value	$976,200	$1,003,200	+2.8%

How Port Washington Compares

Median Household Income

Port Washington

$170,127

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Port Washington

$1,003,200

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 7.3%

$25K-$50K 9.4%

$50K-$100K 15.3%

$100K+ 68.0%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.6%

$10K-$15K

2.0%

$15K-$20K

1.1%

$20K-$25K

0.6%

$25K-$30K

1.0%

$30K-$35K

1.9%

$35K-$40K

2.2%

$40K-$45K

3.5%

$45K-$50K

0.9%

$50K-$60K

2.4%

$60K-$75K

6.3%

$75K-$100K

6.6%

$100K-$125K

6.9%

$125K-$150K

3.4%

$150K-$200K

15.5%

$200K+

42.2%

Employment

3.5% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

63.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 76.9%

Renter 23.1%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.9x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,184/mo 15.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

27.4%

18-34

13.1%

35-54

27.9%

55-74

21.3%

75+

10.3%

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+)

Port Washington Rankings in New York

#105 Population of 1,289

#113 Median Income of 1,219

#90 Education of 1,288

#93 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 Port Washington

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Woodmere	18,061	$172,537	$975,400	63.6%	2.1%
Wantagh	18,365	$179,362	$706,600	54.2%	3.1%
Massapequa Park	16,963	$171,953	$642,600	53.7%	3.1%
Syosset	18,433	$187,273	$874,300	69.1%	4.2%
North Massapequa	17,877	$148,654	$634,900	49.9%	4.9%

Population Overview

Port Washington is a small city located in New York, within Nassau County. The total population is 18,004. It ranks as the 105th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Port Washington is 42.1 years. This is 6% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 10.3% 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 Port Washington is $170,127. This is 98% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 111% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.1%. This is 71% 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 3.5%. This is 45% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $1,003,200. Housing costs are 137% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x. 76.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Port Washington is White (non-Hispanic), making up 70.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 15.1%. The Black or African American population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 13.4%.

Education

72.1% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Port Washington in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 79% 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, 36.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Port Washington, 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 Port Washington, New York?

Port Washington, New York has a population of 18,004 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Port Washington, NY?

The median household income in Port Washington is $170,127, which is 111% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Port Washington, NY?

The poverty rate in Port Washington is 4.1%. This means approximately 723 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Port Washington, New York?

Port Washington's population is 70.2% White, 1.4% Black, 15.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 9.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Port Washington, NY?

The median home value in Port Washington is $1,003,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.9x.

How educated is Port Washington, New York?

72.1% of adults (25+) in Port Washington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 36.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.