Selden CDP, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Selden CDP, New York Demographics
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As of 2026, Selden CDP, New York has a total population of 21,707, the 75th largest city in New York, with a median household income of $111,339, which is 32% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.5%.

Key Takeaways

Household income is 32% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.

Selden CDP Quick Facts

Population 21,707

Median Household Income $111,339

Median Home Value $435,700

Poverty Rate 7.5%

Unemployment Rate 4.3%

Median Age 39.0 years

Homeownership Rate 84.8%

Affordability Ratio 3.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 28.5%

High School Graduation Rate 93.1%

Diversity Index 55/100

Population 21,707 75th of 1,287

Median Income $111,339 top 30%

Poverty Rate 7.5% 40% lower national

Median Home Value $435,700 top 30%

How Selden CDP Compares

Median Household Income

Selden CDP

$111,339

$84,578

National

$78,538

Median Home Value

Selden CDP

$435,700

$403,000

National

$303,400

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 9.8%

$25K-$50K 10.1%

$50K-$100K 26.7%

$100K+ 53.4%

Employment

4.3% Unemployment Rate State: 6.2% | National: 5.2%

64.9% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 84.8%

Renter 15.2%

Affordability Index Affordable

3.9x home value to income ratio

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

21.4%

18-34

23.2%

35-54

26.0%

55-74

23.0%

75+

6.3%

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+)

Selden CDP Rankings in New York

#75 Population of 1,287

#365 Median Income of 1,287

#748 Education of 1,287

#373 Home Value of 1,287

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Cities Similar to Selden CDP

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
East Patchogue CDP	21,364	$107,721	$459,200	35.1%	6.5%
North Bay Shore CDP	20,501	$117,893	$449,900	13.4%	6.7%
Nanuet CDP	20,089	$113,582	$502,700	42.9%	7.5%
Copiague CDP	23,332	$121,098	$463,300	25.9%	8.1%
Niskayuna CDP	20,774	$128,346	$326,600	65.7%	3.0%

Population Overview

Selden CDP is a small city located in New York. The total population is 21,707. It ranks as the 75th most populous out of 1,287 cities and towns in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Selden CDP is 39.0 years. This is 2% lower than the state median of 39.6 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Selden CDP is $111,339. This is 32% higher than the state median of $84,578. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 42% higher. The poverty rate stands at 7.5%. This is 45% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.3%. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 6.2%. The median home value is $435,700. Housing costs are 8% higher than the state median of $403,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x. 84.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 56% higher than the state average of 54.3%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Selden CDP is White (non-Hispanic), making up 61.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 24.2%. The Black or African American population (2.9%) is well below the state average of 13.6%.

Education

28.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 28% 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 93.1%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Selden CDP, 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 Selden CDP, New York?

Selden CDP, New York has a population of 21,707 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Selden CDP, NY?

The median household income in Selden CDP is $111,339, which is 42% higher the national median of $78,538.

What is the poverty rate in Selden CDP, NY?

The poverty rate in Selden CDP is 7.5%. This means approximately 1,622 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Selden CDP, New York?

Selden CDP's population is 61.7% White, 2.9% Black, 24.2% Hispanic/Latino, and 6.6% Asian.

What is the median home value in Selden CDP, NY?

The median home value in Selden CDP is $435,700. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

How educated is Selden CDP, New York?

28.5% of adults (25+) in Selden CDP hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 10.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.