Pearl River, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Pearl River, New York is 16,282 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 118th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $146,574, the median home value is $567,800, and the median age is 40.1.
16,282
Population
2397
People / sq mi
$146,574
Median Income
$567,800
Median Home Value
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Pearl River covers 6.8 sq mi of land at 2397 people per square mile.
About Pearl River, NY
Among US cities, Pearl River stands out first on household income: a median of $146,574, above the US median of $78,538. With 16,282 residents, Pearl River is a city in New York.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $146,574, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 2.6%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $567,800, with typical rent around $2,058.
About 49.3% of adults 25 and older have a bachelor’s degree, above the 35.0% national figure. Around 15.2% of workers work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 29 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Pearl River firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 80.9% |
| Black or African American | 1.1% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$146,574
Median Household Income
$64,382
Per Capita Income
2.6%
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$567,800
Median Home Value
$2,058
Median Rent
76.7%
Owner-Occupied
Education
88.9%
High School+
49.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
4.0%
Drive Alone
72.7%
Public Transit
15.2%
Work From Home
29.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
21.3%
Foreign Born
80.3%
Non-English at Home
2.6%
Veterans
8.8%
With Disability
96.7%
Health Insurance
94.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.6% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 12.2% |
| Public Administration | 9.5% |
| Construction | 9.3% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.2% |
| Manufacturing | 5.6% |
| Retail Trade | 4.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 4.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Pearl River, New York has a population of 16,282 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 118th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Pearl River, New York is $146,574, with 2.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Pearl River, New York is $567,800, with median monthly rent at $2,058 and a homeownership rate of 76.7%.
The median age in Pearl River, New York is 40.1 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
Pearl River Cdp, NY Climate
Pearl River Cdp, NY has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F) and receives about 1242 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
1242
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -2° / 29° | 96 mm |
| February | 0° / 31° | 77 mm |
| March | 4° / 40° | 104 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 109 mm |
| May | 16° / 60° | 117 mm |
| June | 21° / 69° | 102 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 113 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 107 mm |
| September | 18° / 65° | 113 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 98 mm |
| November | 7° / 44° | 110 mm |
| December | 1° / 34° | 96 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 Pearl River Cdp, NY
The most comfortable months to visit Pearl River Cdp, NY are typically June, August and July, 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.