New Rochelle, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of New Rochelle, New York is 81,591 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 7th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $103,813, the median home value is $667,300, and the median age is 41.9.
The population has grown 10.7% since 2010 (77,233 → 85,512).
81,591
Population
7932
People / sq mi
$103,813
Median Income
$667,300
Median Home Value
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New Rochelle covers 10.3 sq mi of land at 7932 people per square mile.
About New Rochelle, NY
What distinguishes New Rochelle is density: among the most densely settled of US cities, around 7,932 people per square mile. With 81,591 residents, New Rochelle is a city in New York. It is the #7-largest of all cities in New York nationally.
The typical household earns $103,813 a year, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 7.4%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $667,300, with typical rent around $1,830.
About 49.1% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. A solid 16.9% of workers are based at home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in New Rochelle: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
New Rochelle city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of New Rochelle city had a population of 77,233 in 2010 and 85,512 in 2024, a 10.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 85,512 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.73%.
85,512
Population (2024)
77,233
Population (2010)
85,512
Peak (2024)
0.73%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 77,233 |
| 2011 | 77,701 |
| 2012 | 78,328 |
| 2013 | 79,265 |
| 2014 | 79,342 |
| 2015 | 79,419 |
| 2016 | 79,455 |
| 2017 | 79,084 |
| 2018 | 78,822 |
| 2019 | 78,557 |
| 2020 | 80,210 |
| 2021 | 81,458 |
| 2022 | 82,520 |
| 2023 | 84,235 |
| 2024 | 85,512 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 48.3% |
| Black or African American | 19.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$103,813
Median Household Income
$64,532
Per Capita Income
7.4%
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$667,300
Median Home Value
$1,830
Median Rent
51.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.8%
High School+
49.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
17.2%
Drive Alone
50.8%
Public Transit
16.9%
Work From Home
31.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.6%
Foreign Born
59.9%
Non-English at Home
3.3%
Veterans
11.1%
With Disability
92.8%
Health Insurance
93.4%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.1% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 17.3% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.2% |
| Information | 7.4% |
| Construction | 5.9% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.1% |
| Manufacturing | 4.1% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 3.5% |
| Public Administration | 3.5% |
| Retail Trade | 3.0% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
New Rochelle, New York has a population of 81,591 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 7th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in New Rochelle, New York is $103,813, with 7.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in New Rochelle, New York is $667,300, with median monthly rent at $1,830 and a homeownership rate of 51.4%.
The median age in New Rochelle, New York is 41.9 years. The population is 49.5% male and 50.5% female.
The population has grown 10.7% since 2010 (77,233 → 85,512).
New Rochelle city, NY Climate
New Rochelle city, NY has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F) and receives about 1174 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.3°C
Avg Temp
1174
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 90 mm |
| February | 0° / 32° | 76 mm |
| March | 4° / 40° | 102 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 106 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 109 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 90 mm |
| July | 24° / 75° | 101 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 107 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 102 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 91 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 105 mm |
| December | 2° / 35° | 95 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 New Rochelle city, NY
The most comfortable months to visit New Rochelle city, NY are typically June, August and September, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 30°C high). The coldest is January (near -6°C low). May 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.