Shorehaven, New York Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Shorehaven, New York had a total population of 545, the 1031st largest community in New York, with a median household income of $172,177, which is 100% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 0.0%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 100% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
- Unemployment rate of 9.2% is notably above the national average.
Shorehaven Quick Facts
How Shorehaven 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 | 540 | 545 | +0.9% |
| Median household income | $166,836 | $172,177 | +3.2% |
| Median home value | $448,600 | $489,500 | +9.1% |
How Shorehaven Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
Moderate diversity with one or two groups making up the majority.
State average: 65 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Shorehaven Rankings in New York
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Other Cities in Dutchess County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poughkeepsie | 31,958 | $60,741 | 17.6% | $283,700 |
| Beacon | 14,834 | $107,859 | 9.0% | $471,600 |
| Myers Corner | 10,877 | $105,718 | 4.9% | $419,700 |
| Fairview (Dutchess County) | 6,213 | $67,161 | 21.7% | $283,500 |
| Wappingers Falls | 5,761 | $65,040 | 3.8% | $337,200 |
| Spackenkill | 4,279 | $141,005 | 1.8% | $440,500 |
| Haviland | 3,923 | $107,750 | 3.2% | $319,500 |
| Vassar College | 3,529 | $121,469 | 32.4% | $415,600 |
| Red Oaks Mill | 3,254 | $116,467 | 2.4% | $364,300 |
| Brinckerhoff | 2,813 | $101,927 | 4.4% | $370,000 |
Cities Similar to Shorehaven
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shoreham | 537 | $160,625 | $709,700 | 66.4% | 0.6% |
| Barker | 590 | N/A | $175,000 | 13.4% | 29.7% |
| Danby | 540 | $145,781 | $325,800 | 72.8% | 0.0% |
| Taconic Shores | 606 | $177,994 | $243,300 | 36.3% | 0.8% |
| Coopers Plains | 480 | N/A | $223,100 | 29.8% | 15.6% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 545, Shorehaven's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Shorehaven is a small community located in New York, within Dutchess County. The total population is 545. It ranks as the 1031st most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.
Age Demographics
The median age in Shorehaven is 51.2 years. This is 29% higher than the state median of 39.8 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Shorehaven is $172,177. This is 100% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 113% higher than the national median of $80,734. The ACS records no residents below the poverty line in Shorehaven. In a community this small the estimate rests on very few survey responses, so it should be read as an absence of measurement rather than a measured absence of poverty. The unemployment rate is 9.2%. This is 44% higher than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $489,500. Housing costs are 16% higher than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.8x, Shorehaven is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 87.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 60% higher than the state average of 54.4%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Shorehaven is White (non-Hispanic), making up 69.7% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 30.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (30.3% vs 19.8%).
Education
50.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 24% higher than the state rate of 40.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. No surveyed resident aged 25 or older reported leaving school before earning a high school diploma, though a rate of exactly 100% reflects the limits of a small sample.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Shorehaven, 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 Shorehaven, New York?
Shorehaven, New York has a population of 545 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Shorehaven, NY?
The median household income in Shorehaven is $172,177, which is 113% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Shorehaven, NY?
The ACS sample for Shorehaven recorded no residents below the federal poverty line. Because the community is small, this indicates that the survey did not capture poverty here rather than that no poverty exists — the estimate carries a wide margin of error.
What is the racial makeup of Shorehaven, New York?
Shorehaven's population is 69.7% White, 0.0% Black, 30.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Shorehaven, NY?
The median home value in Shorehaven is $489,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.8x.
How educated is Shorehaven, New York?
50.0% of adults (25+) in Shorehaven hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.