Middle Island, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Middle Island, New York is 11,086 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 177th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $89,702, the median home value is $347,900, and the median age is 43.4.
11,086
Population
1349
People / sq mi
$89,702
Median Income
$347,900
Median Home Value
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Middle Island covers 8.2 sq mi of land at 1349 people per square mile.
About Middle Island, NY
Middle Island is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 6.7% of the population. With 11,086 residents, Middle Island is a city in New York.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $89,702 — above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 5.6%, below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $347,900, with typical rent around $1,774.
31.9% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 6.8%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 32 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 76.3% |
| Black or African American | 13.5% |
| Asian | 0.3% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$89,702
Median Household Income
$44,163
Per Capita Income
5.6%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$347,900
Median Home Value
$1,774
Median Rent
66.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.0%
High School+
31.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.0%
Drive Alone
81.0%
Public Transit
6.8%
Work From Home
31.6 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
6.7%
Foreign Born
88.5%
Non-English at Home
7.4%
Veterans
14.4%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
93.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.9% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.3% |
| Manufacturing | 9.6% |
| Retail Trade | 9.2% |
| Construction | 6.9% |
| Public Administration | 6.5% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 3.5% |
| Information | 3.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.8% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Middle Island, New York has a population of 11,086 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 177th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Middle Island, New York is $89,702, with 5.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Middle Island, New York is $347,900, with median monthly rent at $1,774 and a homeownership rate of 66.7%.
The median age in Middle Island, New York is 43.4 years. The population is 47.6% male and 52.4% female.
Middle Island Cdp, NY Climate
Middle Island Cdp, NY has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and receives about 1089 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.1°C
Avg Temp
1089
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 31° | 94 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 81 mm |
| March | 4° / 40° | 102 mm |
| April | 9° / 49° | 99 mm |
| May | 15° / 59° | 91 mm |
| June | 20° / 68° | 80 mm |
| July | 23° / 73° | 80 mm |
| August | 22° / 72° | 97 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 84 mm |
| October | 13° / 55° | 84 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 99 mm |
| December | 2° / 36° | 98 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 Middle Island Cdp, NY
The most comfortable months to visit Middle Island Cdp, NY are typically June, July and August, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -5°C low). March is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.