Skaneateles, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Skaneateles, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Skaneateles, New York had a total population of 2,543, the 554th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $125,625, which is 46% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 4.9%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 46% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 4.9% — among the lowest in New York.
75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.
Near full employment with an unemployment rate of just 1.1%.

Skaneateles Quick Facts

Population 2,543

Median Household Income $125,625

Median Home Value $647,100

Poverty Rate 4.9%

Unemployment Rate 1.1%

Median Age 57.9 years

Homeownership Rate 75.5%

Affordability Ratio 5.2x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 75.0%

High School Graduation Rate 97.4%

Diversity Index 9/100

Population 2,543 554th of 1,289

Median Income $125,625 top 30%

Poverty Rate 4.9% 61% lower than national

Median Home Value $647,100 top 20%

How Skaneateles 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	2,533	2,543	+0.4%
Median household income	$114,355	$125,625	+9.9%
Median home value	$595,100	$647,100	+8.7%

How Skaneateles Compares

Median Household Income

Skaneateles

$125,625

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Skaneateles

$647,100

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 8.9%

$25K-$50K 15.6%

$50K-$100K 15.2%

$100K+ 60.3%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.5%

$10K-$15K

1.6%

$15K-$20K

4.3%

$20K-$25K

1.5%

$25K-$30K

4.1%

$30K-$35K

3.9%

$35K-$40K

2.3%

$40K-$45K

2.7%

$45K-$50K

2.6%

$50K-$60K

2.2%

$60K-$75K

5.0%

$75K-$100K

8.0%

$100K-$125K

9.3%

$125K-$150K

7.3%

$150K-$200K

7.2%

$200K+

36.5%

Employment

1.1% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

56.0% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 75.5%

Renter 24.5%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.2x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $1,125/mo 10.7% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.4%

18-34

11.3%

35-54

17.3%

55-74

31.5%

75+

21.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

Very Low Diversity

A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Skaneateles Rankings in New York

#554 Population of 1,289

#300 Median Income of 1,219

#66 Education of 1,288

#229 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Onondaga County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Syracuse	146,384	$47,819	28.8%	$138,400
De Witt	11,060	$123,864	8.5%	$297,600
Fairmount	9,724	$84,225	8.2%	$184,000
Baldwinsville	7,715	$77,241	10.6%	$219,900
North Syracuse	6,693	$71,026	9.3%	$163,000
Radisson	6,676	$89,297	11.1%	$313,600
Solvay	6,544	$61,166	6.9%	$150,000
Mattydale	5,971	$66,940	15.5%	$121,900
Westvale	5,212	$98,542	2.3%	$214,200
Manlius	4,644	$69,942	8.4%	$263,300

Cities Similar to Skaneateles

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Marist College	2,564	N/A	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Siena College	2,500	N/A	N/A	67.7%	16.0%
Shinnecock Hills	2,545	$132,708	$1,375,000	55.1%	1.1%
Sag Harbor	2,489	$129,821	$1,615,900	64.5%	3.1%
Rock Hill	2,546	$112,344	$402,700	47.3%	5.4%

Population Overview

Skaneateles is a small community located in New York, within Onondaga County. The total population is 2,543. It ranks as the 554th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Skaneateles is 57.9 years. This is 45% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 21.6% 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 Skaneateles is $125,625. This is 46% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 56% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 4.9%. This is 65% 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 1.1%. This is 83% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $647,100. Housing costs are 53% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x. 75.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 39% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Skaneateles has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 95.3% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 2.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (95.3% vs 52.8%). The Hispanic or Latino population (2.1%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (0.5%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

75.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Skaneateles in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 86% 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 97.4%. Notably, 33.6% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Skaneateles, 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 Skaneateles, New York?

Skaneateles, New York has a population of 2,543 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Skaneateles, NY?

The median household income in Skaneateles is $125,625, which is 56% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Skaneateles, NY?

The poverty rate in Skaneateles is 4.9%. This means approximately 121 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Skaneateles, New York?

Skaneateles's population is 95.3% White, 0.0% Black, 2.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.5% Asian.

What is the median home value in Skaneateles, NY?

The median home value in Skaneateles is $647,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.2x.

How educated is Skaneateles, New York?

75.0% of adults (25+) in Skaneateles hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 33.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.