Inwood, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Inwood, New York is 11,964 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 163rd-largest city in New York. The median household income is $79,500, the median home value is $610,600, and the median age is 30.7.
11,964
Population
7501
People / sq mi
$79,500
Median Income
$610,600
Median Home Value
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Inwood covers 1.6 sq mi of land at 7501 people per square mile.
About Inwood, NY
Inwood is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 4.4% of the population. Inwood is a city in New York with a population of 11,964.
Median household income is $79,500, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 12.3%, close to the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $610,600, with typical rent around $1,938.
Fewer adults hold degrees here than in most comparable places — 24.3%, below the national 35.0%. About 8.6% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 34.8% |
| Black or African American | 16.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$79,500
Median Household Income
$29,204
Per Capita Income
12.3%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$610,600
Median Home Value
$1,938
Median Rent
47.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
73.3%
High School+
24.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
16.6%
Drive Alone
44.6%
Public Transit
8.6%
Work From Home
34.5 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
4.4%
Foreign Born
38.5%
Non-English at Home
1.2%
Veterans
8.9%
With Disability
91.2%
Health Insurance
94.6%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 16.0% |
| Construction | 9.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 9.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.8% |
| Retail Trade | 6.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.3% |
| Manufacturing | 3.2% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Inwood, New York has a population of 11,964 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 163rd-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Inwood, New York is $79,500, with 12.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Inwood, New York is $610,600, with median monthly rent at $1,938 and a homeownership rate of 47.7%.
The median age in Inwood, New York is 30.7 years. The population is 52.2% male and 47.8% female.
Inwood Cdp, NY Climate
Inwood Cdp, NY has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F) and receives about 1112 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
12.2°C
Avg Temp
1112
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 0° / 32° | 87 mm |
| February | 1° / 34° | 77 mm |
| March | 5° / 41° | 104 mm |
| April | 10° / 51° | 94 mm |
| May | 16° / 61° | 100 mm |
| June | 21° / 70° | 77 mm |
| July | 24° / 76° | 100 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 112 mm |
| September | 20° / 67° | 88 mm |
| October | 14° / 56° | 84 mm |
| November | 8° / 47° | 96 mm |
| December | 3° / 37° | 93 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 Inwood Cdp, NY
The most comfortable months to visit Inwood Cdp, NY are typically June, September and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°C high). The coldest is January (near -4°C low). August is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.