Elmira, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Elmira, New York is 26,349 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 60th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $43,089, the median home value is $88,200, and the median age is 36.5.
The population has declined 10.3% since 2010 (29,255 → 26,255).
26,349
Population
3633
People / sq mi
$43,089
Median Income
$88,200
Median Home Value
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Elmira covers 7.3 sq mi of land at 3633 people per square mile.
About Elmira, NY
Housing cost is the defining feature of Elmira: the median home is valued at $88,200. With 26,349 residents, Elmira is a city in New York.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US cities: the median household earns just $43,089, below the US median of $78,538. Hardship is pronounced — at 21.0%, poverty is near the top of the range for US cities, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $88,200, with typical rent around $871.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 18.7% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 8.9%, and the average commute runs about 20 minutes each way.
Elmira city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Elmira city had a population of 29,255 in 2010 and 26,255 in 2024, a -10.3% growth over 14 years. The peak was 29,255 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.77%.
26,255
Population (2024)
29,255
Population (2010)
29,255
Peak (2010)
-0.77%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 29,255 |
| 2011 | 29,164 |
| 2012 | 29,195 |
| 2013 | 28,808 |
| 2014 | 28,333 |
| 2015 | 28,055 |
| 2016 | 27,591 |
| 2017 | 27,278 |
| 2018 | 27,026 |
| 2019 | 27,054 |
| 2020 | 26,312 |
| 2021 | 26,428 |
| 2022 | 26,119 |
| 2023 | 26,176 |
| 2024 | 26,255 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.0% |
| Black or African American | 13.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$43,089
Median Household Income
$23,664
Per Capita Income
21.0%
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$88,200
Median Home Value
$871
Median Rent
51.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
82.8%
High School+
18.7%
Bachelor's+
Commute
3.9%
Drive Alone
67.7%
Public Transit
8.9%
Work From Home
19.7 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
17.7%
Foreign Born
94.1%
Non-English at Home
6.5%
Veterans
19.2%
With Disability
94.8%
Health Insurance
90.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 32.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 11.1% |
| Manufacturing | 9.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.0% |
| Public Administration | 7.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.4% |
| Construction | 3.3% |
| Information | 3.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.9% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Elmira, New York has a population of 26,349 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 60th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Elmira, New York is $43,089, with 21.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Elmira, New York is $88,200, with median monthly rent at $871 and a homeownership rate of 51.4%.
The median age in Elmira, New York is 36.5 years. The population is 49.8% male and 50.2% female.
The population has declined 10.3% since 2010 (29,255 → 26,255).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.