Bay Shore, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Bay Shore, New York is 31,275 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 43rd-largest city in New York. The median household income is $101,695, the median home value is $467,800, and the median age is 36.0.
31,275
Population
5508
People / sq mi
$101,695
Median Income
$467,800
Median Home Value
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Bay Shore covers 5.7 sq mi of land at 5508 people per square mile.
About Bay Shore, NY
Bay Shore is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 5.4% of the population. Bay Shore is a city in New York with a population of 31,275. It ranks #43 among cities in New York by population.
Median household income is $101,695, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.3%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $467,800, with typical rent around $1,907.
Roughly 29.7% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.6%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 46.5% |
| Black or African American | 12.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$101,695
Median Household Income
$40,727
Per Capita Income
5.3%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$467,800
Median Home Value
$1,907
Median Rent
62.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.8%
High School+
29.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.3%
Drive Alone
69.1%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
27.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
5.4%
Foreign Born
56.4%
Non-English at Home
4.0%
Veterans
10.9%
With Disability
89.8%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.3% |
| Manufacturing | 9.0% |
| Retail Trade | 8.2% |
| Construction | 7.2% |
| Information | 4.9% |
| Public Administration | 4.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.7% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bay Shore, New York has a population of 31,275 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 43rd-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Bay Shore, New York is $101,695, with 5.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Bay Shore, New York is $467,800, with median monthly rent at $1,907 and a homeownership rate of 62.5%.
The median age in Bay Shore, New York is 36.0 years. The population is 49.9% male and 50.1% female.
Bay Shore Cdp, NY Climate
Bay Shore Cdp, NY has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F) and receives about 1048 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.6°C
Avg Temp
1048
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 31° | 87 mm |
| February | 0° / 33° | 77 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 103 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 94 mm |
| May | 15° / 60° | 89 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 72 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 78 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 101 mm |
| September | 19° / 66° | 80 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 80 mm |
| November | 8° / 46° | 95 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 92 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Bay Shore Cdp, NY
The most comfortable months to visit Bay Shore Cdp, NY are typically June, September and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.