Woodmere, New York Demographics & Population 2026

Name: Woodmere, New York Demographics
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During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Woodmere, New York had a total population of 18,061, the 103rd largest community in New York, with a median household income of $172,537, which is 101% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 2.1%.

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

Key Takeaways

Household income is 101% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in New York.
An exceptionally low poverty rate of 2.1% — among the lowest in New York.

Woodmere Quick Facts

Population 18,061

Median Household Income $172,537

Median Home Value $975,400

Poverty Rate 2.1%

Unemployment Rate 4.8%

Median Age 33.8 years

Homeownership Rate 91.8%

Affordability Ratio 5.7x

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 63.6%

High School Graduation Rate 96.8%

Diversity Index 34/100

Population 18,061 103rd of 1,289

Median Income $172,537 top 10%

Poverty Rate 2.1% 83% lower than national

Median Home Value $975,400 top 10%

How Woodmere 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	18,198	18,061	-0.8%
Median household income	$174,942	$172,537	-1.4%
Median home value	$944,400	$975,400	+3.3%

How Woodmere Compares

Median Household Income

Woodmere

$172,537

$85,974

National

$80,734

Median Home Value

Woodmere

$975,400

$423,800

National

$332,700

Economy & Housing

Household Income Distribution

Under $25K 5.9%

$25K-$50K 7.1%

$50K-$100K 6.4%

$100K+ 80.5%

Detailed income brackets

Under $10K

1.2%

$10K-$15K

1.6%

$15K-$20K

1.2%

$20K-$25K

1.8%

$25K-$30K

0.6%

$30K-$35K

1.4%

$35K-$40K

1.2%

$40K-$45K

1.6%

$45K-$50K

2.3%

$50K-$60K

1.6%

$60K-$75K

2.4%

$75K-$100K

2.4%

$100K-$125K

9.2%

$125K-$150K

12.8%

$150K-$200K

15.6%

$200K+

42.9%

Employment

4.8% Unemployment Rate State: 6.4%|National: 5.2%

61.7% Labor Force Participation

Housing Overview

Owner 91.8%

Renter 8.2%

Affordability Index Expensive

5.7x home value to income ratio

Median gross rent $2,720/mo 18.9% of median household income annually

People & Demographics

Age Distribution

Under 18

32.5%

18-34

19.0%

35-54

20.7%

55-74

20.2%

75+

7.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Diversity Index

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+)

Woodmere Rankings in New York

#103 Population of 1,289

#105 Median Income of 1,219

#170 Education of 1,288

#98 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 Woodmere

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

City	Population	Median Income	Home Value	Bachelor's+	Poverty
Port Washington	18,004	$170,127	$1,003,200	72.1%	4.1%
Wantagh	18,365	$179,362	$706,600	54.2%	3.1%
Syosset	18,433	$187,273	$874,300	69.1%	4.2%
Massapequa Park	16,963	$171,953	$642,600	53.7%	3.1%
North Massapequa	17,877	$148,654	$634,900	49.9%	4.9%

Population Overview

Woodmere is a small city located in New York, within Nassau County. The total population is 18,061. It ranks as the 103rd most populous out of 1,289 Census-designated places in New York.

Age Demographics

The median age in Woodmere is 33.8 years. This is 15% lower than the state median of 39.8 years. With 32.5% of the population under 18, Woodmere has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Woodmere is $172,537. This is 101% higher than the state median of $85,974. It is also 114% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 2.1%. This is 85% 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 4.8%. This is 25% lower than the state rate of 6.4%. The median home value is $975,400. Housing costs are 130% higher than the state median of $423,800. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x. 91.8% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 69% higher than the state average of 54.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Woodmere is White (non-Hispanic), making up 80.4% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 5.1%. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (80.4% vs 52.8%). The Black or African American population (5.1%) is well below the state average of 13.4%. The Hispanic or Latino population (5.0%) is well below the state average of 19.8%. The Asian population (2.3%) is well below the state average of 9.0%.

Education

63.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 58% 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 96.8%. Notably, 32.5% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.

Data Sources & Methodology

All demographic data for Woodmere, 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 Woodmere, New York?

Woodmere, New York has a population of 18,061 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What is the median household income in Woodmere, NY?

The median household income in Woodmere is $172,537, which is 114% higher than the national median of $80,734.

What is the poverty rate in Woodmere, NY?

The poverty rate in Woodmere is 2.1%. This means approximately 371 residents live below the federal poverty line.

What is the racial makeup of Woodmere, New York?

Woodmere's population is 80.4% White, 5.1% Black, 5.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.3% Asian.

What is the median home value in Woodmere, NY?

The median home value in Woodmere is $975,400. The home-value-to-income ratio is 5.7x.

How educated is Woodmere, New York?

63.6% of adults (25+) in Woodmere hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 32.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.