Thomaston, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Thomaston, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Thomaston, New York had a total population of 2,744, the 519th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $157,917, which is 84% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 7.4%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 84% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
71.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in New York.

Thomaston Quick Facts

Population 2,744

Median Household Income $157,917

Median Home Value $1,084,000

Poverty Rate 7.4%

Unemployment Rate 3.2%

Median Age 45.3 years

Homeownership Rate 88.6%

Affordability Ratio 6.9x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 71.5%

High School Graduation Rate 92.8%

Diversity Index 59/100

Population 2,744 519th of 1,289

Median Income $157,917 top 20%

Poverty Rate 7.4% 40% lower than national

Median Home Value $1,084,000 top 10%

How Thomaston 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	2,734	2,744	+0.4%
Median household income	$152,206	$157,917	+3.8%
Median home value	$1,044,900	$1,084,000	+3.7%

How Thomaston Compares

Median Household Income

Thomaston

$157,917

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Thomaston

$1,084,000

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 6.0%

$25K-$50K 3.0%

$50K-$100K 23.8%

$100K+ 67.1%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

2.5%

$10K-$15K

3.1%

$15K-$20K

0.0%

$20K-$25K

0.4%

$25K-$30K

0.0%

$30K-$35K

0.8%

$35K-$40K

0.6%

$40K-$45K

1.6%

$45K-$50K

0.0%

$50K-$60K

4.7%

$60K-$75K

3.0%

$75K-$100K

16.1%

$100K-$125K

7.8%

$125K-$150K

7.4%

$150K-$200K

11.1%

$200K+

40.8%

Employment

3.2% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

63.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 88.6%

Renter 11.4%

Affordability Index Expensive

6.9x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,218/mo 16.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

24.3%

18-34

9.9%

35-54

29.9%

55-74

25.5%

75+

10.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

High Diversity

A diverse community with significant representation from multiple racial and ethnic groups.

State average: 65 | National average: 61

Education

Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)

Thomaston Rankings in New York

#519 Population of 1,289

#145 Median Income of 1,219

#93 Education of 1,288

#76 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 Thomaston

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
Cutchogue	2,835	$143,472	$917,800	53.3%	6.3%
Halesite	2,661	$175,368	$851,600	65.9%	0.7%
Water Mill	2,764	$186,875	$2,000,000+	73.0%	3.6%
Siena College	2,500	N/A	N/A	67.7%	16.0%

Population Overview

Thomaston is a small community located in New York, within Nassau County. The total population is 2,744. It ranks as the 519th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Thomaston is 45.3 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 10.5% 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 Thomaston is $157,917. This is 84% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 96% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 7.4%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. The unemployment rate is 3.2%. This is 50% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $1,084,000. Housing costs are 156% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio of 6.9x suggests that housing affordability is a significant concern for many residents. 88.6% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 63% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Thomaston is White (non-Hispanic), making up 45.8% of the population. Asian residents account for 45.0%. The Black or African American population (2.0%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population is significantly higher than the state average (45.0% vs 9.0%).

Education

71.5% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Thomaston in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 78% 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 92.8%. Notably, 36.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Thomaston, 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 Thomaston, New York?

Thomaston, New York has a population of 2,744 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Thomaston, NY?

The median household income in Thomaston is $157,917, which is 96% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Thomaston, NY?

The poverty rate in Thomaston is 7.4%. This means approximately 203 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Thomaston, New York?

Thomaston's population is 45.8% White, 2.0% Black, 1.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 45.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Thomaston, NY?

The median home value in Thomaston is $1,084,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 6.9x.

How educated is Thomaston, New York?

71.5% of adults (25+) in Thomaston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 36.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.