Tupper Lake, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Tupper Lake, New York Demographics
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Very AffordableHome value to income ratio of 2.1x is exceptionally low

During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Tupper Lake, New York had a total population of 2,929, the 504th largest village in New York, with a median household income of $56,902, which is 34% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 22.5%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 34% below the state average, indicating significant economic challenges.
Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x.

Tupper Lake Quick Facts

Population 2,929

Median Household Income $56,902

Median Home Value $117,300

Poverty Rate 22.5%

Unemployment Rate 3.6%

Median Age 45.2 years

Homeownership Rate 64.4%

Affordability Ratio 2.1x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 20.6%

High School Graduation Rate 90.7%

Diversity Index 10/100

Population 2,929 504th of 1,289

Median Income $56,902 bottom 20%

Poverty Rate 22.5% 81% higher than national

Median Home Value $117,300 bottom 20%

How Tupper Lake 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	3,072	2,929	-4.7%
Median household income	$54,613	$56,902	+4.2%
Median home value	$106,300	$117,300	+10.3%

How Tupper Lake Compares

Median Household Income

Tupper Lake

$56,902

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Tupper Lake

$117,300

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 13.3%

$25K-$50K 30.8%

$50K-$100K 34.6%

$100K+ 21.4%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.4%

$10K-$15K

3.1%

$15K-$20K

3.9%

$20K-$25K

4.9%

$25K-$30K

7.0%

$30K-$35K

2.8%

$35K-$40K

11.9%

$40K-$45K

5.0%

$45K-$50K

4.1%

$50K-$60K

11.4%

$60K-$75K

12.1%

$75K-$100K

11.1%

$100K-$125K

8.9%

$125K-$150K

6.5%

$150K-$200K

3.9%

$200K+

2.1%

Employment

3.6% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

48.6% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 64.4%

Renter 35.6%

Affordability Index Very Affordable

2.1x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $779/mo 16.4% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

18.5%

18-34

20.6%

35-54

19.1%

55-74

30.3%

75+

11.5%

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+)

Tupper Lake Rankings in New York

#504 Population of 1,289

#1012 Median Income of 1,219

#1028 Education of 1,288

#1081 Home Value of 1,232

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Other Cities in Franklin County

City	Population	Median Income	Poverty	Home Value
Malone	5,429	$60,548	22.2%	$107,600
Saranac Lake	4,965	$61,967	17.7%	$199,900
Fort Covington	1,041	$68,750	14.1%	$112,500
Chateaugay	724	$79,643	23.6%	$132,100
Paul Smiths	623	N/A	0.0%	N/A
Brushton	504	$54,635	22.6%	$111,200
St. Regis Falls	316	$55,625	9.5%	$102,600
Burke	165	$66,250	11.5%	$126,400

Cities Similar to Tupper Lake

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Calcium	2,935	$57,668	$203,400	17.0%	17.3%
Green Island	2,970	$59,406	$138,300	26.5%	20.6%
Warsaw	3,048	$55,406	$105,100	19.5%	22.4%
Delhi	3,136	$57,586	$195,700	41.9%	17.4%
East Syracuse	3,039	$62,143	$126,200	20.2%	11.5%

Population Overview

Tupper Lake is a small community located in New York, within Franklin County. The total population is 2,929. It ranks as the 504th most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Tupper Lake is 45.2 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.8 years. 11.5% 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 Tupper Lake is $56,902. This is 34% lower than the state median of $85,974. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 22.5%. This is 61% higher than the state poverty rate of 14.0%. With more than one in five residents living below the poverty line, economic hardship is a significant challenge for the community. The unemployment rate is 3.6%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $117,300. Housing costs are 72% lower than the state median of $423,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.1x, Tupper Lake is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 64.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 19% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

Tupper Lake has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 94.8% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 1.8%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (94.8% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (1.1%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (1.8%) is well below the state average of 19.8%.

Education

20.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 49% lower 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 90.7%.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Tupper Lake, 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 Tupper Lake, New York?

Tupper Lake, New York has a population of 2,929 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Tupper Lake, NY?

The median household income in Tupper Lake is $56,902, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Tupper Lake, NY?

The poverty rate in Tupper Lake is 22.5%. This means approximately 659 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Tupper Lake, New York?

Tupper Lake's population is 94.8% White, 1.1% Black, 1.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.

What is the median home value in Tupper Lake, NY?

The median home value in Tupper Lake is $117,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.1x.

How educated is Tupper Lake, New York?

20.6% of adults (25+) in Tupper Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 7.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.