Rye, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Rye, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Rye, New York had a total population of 16,428, the 116th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $239,815, which is 179% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.7%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 179% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.7% — among the lowest in New York.
80.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
Housing affordability is a challenge — homes cost 7.6x the median household income.

Rye Quick Facts

Population 16,428

Median Household Income $239,815

Median Home Value $1,819,900

Poverty Rate 2.7%

Unemployment Rate 5.4%

Median Age 42.5 years

Homeownership Rate 70.4%

Affordability Ratio 7.6x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 80.5%

High School Graduation Rate 96.4%

Diversity Index 40/100

Population 16,428 116th of 1,289

Median Income $239,815 top 10%

Poverty Rate 2.7% 78% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,819,900 top 10%

How Rye 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	16,410	16,428	+0.1%
Median household income	$237,727	$239,815	+0.9%
Median home value	$1,785,400	$1,819,900	+1.9%

How Rye Compares

Median Household Income

Rye

$239,815

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Rye

$1,819,900

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 4.7%

$25K-$50K 7.0%

$50K-$100K 10.5%

$100K+ 77.7%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

3.0%

$10K-$15K

0.9%

$15K-$20K

0.2%

$20K-$25K

0.6%

$25K-$30K

1.8%

$30K-$35K

2.0%

$35K-$40K

0.9%

$40K-$45K

1.4%

$45K-$50K

0.9%

$50K-$60K

2.3%

$60K-$75K

3.4%

$75K-$100K

4.8%

$100K-$125K

5.1%

$125K-$150K

5.1%

$150K-$200K

9.6%

$200K+

57.9%

Employment

5.4% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

61.8% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 70.4%

Renter 29.6%

Affordability Index Very Expensive

7.6x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $3,501/mo 17.5% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

28.9%

18-34

12.3%

35-54

30.3%

55-74

19.9%

75+

8.7%

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+)

Rye Rankings in New York

#116 Population of 1,289

#41 Median Income of 1,219

#38 Education of 1,288

#25 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 Rye

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Scarsdale	18,010	$250,000+	$1,800,700	91.1%	2.9%
Massapequa Park	16,963	$171,953	$642,600	53.7%	3.1%
Seaford	15,549	$172,557	$658,300	46.0%	3.6%
Bellmore	15,954	$161,674	$681,800	56.3%	3.1%
Syosset	18,433	$187,273	$874,300	69.1%	4.2%

Population Overview

Rye is a small city located in New York, within Westchester County. The total population is 16,428. It ranks as the 116th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Rye is 42.5 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. With 28.9% of the population under 18, Rye has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Rye is $239,815. This is 179% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 197% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.7%. This is 81% 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 5.4%. This is 16% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $1,819,900. Housing costs are 329% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 7.6x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 70.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 30% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Rye is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.4% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 7.0%. The Black or African American population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (7.0%) is well below the state average of 19.8%.

Education

80.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Rye in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 100% 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 96.4%. Notably, 43.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Rye, 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 Rye, New York?

Rye, New York has a population of 16,428 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Rye, NY?

The median household income in Rye is $239,815, which is 197% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Rye, NY?

The poverty rate in Rye is 2.7%. This means approximately 441 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Rye, New York?

Rye's population is 76.4% White, 2.1% Black, 7.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.9% Asian.

What is the median home value in Rye, NY?

The median home value in Rye is $1,819,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 7.6x.

How educated is Rye, New York?

80.5% of adults (25+) in Rye hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 43.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.