Geneva, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Geneva, New York is 12,573 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 157th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $68,242, the median home value is $140,300, and the median age is 33.3.
The population has declined 6.1% since 2010 (13,205 → 12,397).
12,573
Population
2984
People / sq mi
$68,242
Median Income
$140,300
Median Home Value
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Geneva covers 4.2 sq mi of land at 2984 people per square mile.
About Geneva, NY
Housing cost is the defining feature of Geneva: the median home is valued at $140,300. Geneva is a city in New York with a population of 12,573.
Median household income is $68,242, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 15.2%, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $140,300, with typical rent around $959.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US cities: 34.1% of adults hold a four-year degree, near the national 35.0%. Just 7.5% of workers are home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 16 minutes each way.
Geneva city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Geneva city had a population of 13,205 in 2010 and 12,397 in 2024, a -6.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 13,233 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -0.45%.
12,397
Population (2024)
13,205
Population (2010)
13,233
Peak (2011)
-0.45%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 13,205 |
| 2011 | 13,233 |
| 2012 | 13,191 |
| 2013 | 13,176 |
| 2014 | 13,115 |
| 2015 | 12,986 |
| 2016 | 12,755 |
| 2017 | 12,800 |
| 2018 | 12,725 |
| 2019 | 12,631 |
| 2020 | 12,703 |
| 2021 | 12,598 |
| 2022 | 12,411 |
| 2023 | 12,471 |
| 2024 | 12,397 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 74.6% |
| Black or African American | 8.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$68,242
Median Household Income
$35,041
Per Capita Income
15.2%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$140,300
Median Home Value
$959
Median Rent
49.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
87.4%
High School+
34.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.3%
Drive Alone
65.2%
Public Transit
7.5%
Work From Home
16.0 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.7%
Foreign Born
84.3%
Non-English at Home
3.7%
Veterans
15.2%
With Disability
96.0%
Health Insurance
93.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 35.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 10.2% |
| Manufacturing | 7.9% |
| Construction | 6.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.7% |
| Public Administration | 4.9% |
| Information | 3.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Geneva, New York has a population of 12,573 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 157th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Geneva, New York is $68,242, with 15.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Geneva, New York is $140,300, with median monthly rent at $959 and a homeownership rate of 49.2%.
The median age in Geneva, New York is 33.3 years. The population is 51.3% male and 48.7% female.
The population has declined 6.1% since 2010 (13,205 → 12,397).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.