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Population Review

Plattsburgh city, NY — Population & Demographics

Plattsburgh city, NY has a population of 19,878. The median household income is $53,962 and the median age is 29.5.

19,878

Population

$53,962

Median Income

$189,600

Median Home Value

29.5

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White85.2%
Black or African American3.9%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$53,962

Median Household Income

$33,030

Per Capita Income

13.5%

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$189,600

Median Home Value

$964

Median Rent

38.1%

Owner-Occupied

Education

92.4%

High School+

38.9%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.2%

Drive Alone

68.0%

Public Transit

7.2%

Work From Home

15.1 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

19.9%

Foreign Born

90.5%

Non-English at Home

6.1%

Veterans

16.8%

With Disability

97.1%

Health Insurance

95.1%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management30.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services16.6%
Manufacturing9.9%
Public Administration6.4%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate6.2%
Construction4.2%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.0%
Retail Trade3.9%
Information3.2%
Transportation & Warehousing1.2%
Agriculture & Mining0.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Plattsburgh city, NY has a population of 19,878 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Plattsburgh city, NY is $53,962, with 13.5% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Plattsburgh city, NY is $189,600, with median rent at $964.

Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.