Oceanside, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Oceanside, New York is 31,907 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 38th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $145,282, the median home value is $626,700, and the median age is 44.6.
31,907
Population
6472
People / sq mi
$145,282
Median Income
$626,700
Median Home Value
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Oceanside covers 4.9 sq mi of land at 6472 people per square mile.
About Oceanside, NY
Oceanside is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 4.6% of the population. Oceanside is a city in New York with a population of 31,907. It ranks #38 among cities in New York by population.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $145,282, above the US median of $78,538. Hardship is rare relative to US cities: a poverty rate of just 1.3%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $626,700, with typical rent around $2,118.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 47.9% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Around 14.8% of workers work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.5% |
| Black or African American | 2.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.8% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$145,282
Median Household Income
$62,520
Per Capita Income
1.3%
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$626,700
Median Home Value
$2,118
Median Rent
92.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
94.4%
High School+
47.9%
Bachelor's+
Commute
11.5%
Drive Alone
63.1%
Public Transit
14.8%
Work From Home
35.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
4.6%
Foreign Born
82.1%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
8.9%
With Disability
97.0%
Health Insurance
96.5%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 33.0% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.4% |
| Information | 10.3% |
| Construction | 8.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.7% |
| Public Administration | 5.3% |
| Retail Trade | 4.7% |
| Manufacturing | 3.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Oceanside, New York has a population of 31,907 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 38th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Oceanside, New York is $145,282, with 1.3% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Oceanside, New York is $626,700, with median monthly rent at $2,118 and a homeownership rate of 92.1%.
The median age in Oceanside, New York is 44.6 years. The population is 52.4% male and 47.6% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.