Babylon, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Babylon, New York is 12,182 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 162nd-largest city in New York. The median household income is $143,856, the median home value is $622,100, and the median age is 44.9.
The population has grown 0.2% since 2010 (12,172 → 12,193).
12,182
Population
5053
People / sq mi
$143,856
Median Income
$622,100
Median Home Value
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Babylon covers 2.4 sq mi of land at 5053 people per square mile.
About Babylon, NY
The poverty rate is what most separates Babylon from the typical city: 0.9% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 12,182 residents, Babylon is a city in New York.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $143,856, above the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 0.9%, below the national 12.4%. Home values run above average at $622,100, with typical rent around $2,359.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 52.8% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the higher side at 18.9%, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 34 minutes each way.
Babylon village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Babylon village had a population of 12,172 in 2010 and 12,193 in 2024, a 0.2% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,222 in 2021. Average annual growth rate: 0.01%.
12,193
Population (2024)
12,172
Population (2010)
12,222
Peak (2021)
0.01%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,172 |
| 2011 | 12,196 |
| 2012 | 12,170 |
| 2013 | 12,152 |
| 2014 | 12,131 |
| 2015 | 12,109 |
| 2016 | 12,066 |
| 2017 | 12,050 |
| 2018 | 12,032 |
| 2019 | 11,992 |
| 2020 | 12,168 |
| 2021 | 12,222 |
| 2022 | 12,176 |
| 2023 | 12,149 |
| 2024 | 12,193 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 86.8% |
| Black or African American | 1.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.0% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$143,856
Median Household Income
$69,077
Per Capita Income
0.9%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$622,100
Median Home Value
$2,359
Median Rent
80.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.9%
High School+
52.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
7.4%
Drive Alone
67.4%
Public Transit
18.9%
Work From Home
34.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.2%
Foreign Born
88.6%
Non-English at Home
5.6%
Veterans
8.8%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
96.9%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 28.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.9% |
| Information | 13.2% |
| Construction | 6.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 5.4% |
| Public Administration | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Manufacturing | 3.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Babylon, New York has a population of 12,182 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 162nd-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Babylon, New York is $143,856, with 0.9% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Babylon, New York is $622,100, with median monthly rent at $2,359 and a homeownership rate of 80.9%.
The median age in Babylon, New York is 44.9 years. The population is 47.2% male and 52.8% female.
The population has grown 0.2% since 2010 (12,172 → 12,193).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.