Rome, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Rome, New York is 31,795 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 39th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $58,857, the median home value is $137,200, and the median age is 40.4.
The population has declined 5.1% since 2010 (33,726 → 31,990).
31,795
Population
425
People / sq mi
$58,857
Median Income
$137,200
Median Home Value
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Rome covers 74.9 sq mi of land at 425 people per square mile.
About Rome, NY
Rome stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most sparsely settled of US cities, at roughly 425 people per square mile. Rome is a city in New York with a population of 31,795. It ranks #39 among cities in New York by population.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $58,857, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 12.5%, close to the national 12.4%. Home prices sit near the bottom of the range at $137,200, with typical rent around $871.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 21.4% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 12.6% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 18 minutes each way.
Rome city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Rome city had a population of 33,726 in 2010 and 31,990 in 2024, a -5.1% growth over 14 years. The peak was 33,726 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.38%.
31,990
Population (2024)
33,726
Population (2010)
33,726
Peak (2010)
-0.38%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 33,726 |
| 2011 | 33,535 |
| 2012 | 32,899 |
| 2013 | 32,774 |
| 2014 | 32,563 |
| 2015 | 32,379 |
| 2016 | 32,253 |
| 2017 | 32,255 |
| 2018 | 32,176 |
| 2019 | 32,148 |
| 2020 | 31,888 |
| 2021 | 31,715 |
| 2022 | 31,707 |
| 2023 | 31,721 |
| 2024 | 31,990 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 83.6% |
| Black or African American | 4.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$58,857
Median Household Income
$31,946
Per Capita Income
12.5%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$137,200
Median Home Value
$871
Median Rent
55.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
86.9%
High School+
21.4%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
73.3%
Public Transit
12.6%
Work From Home
18.1 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.4%
Foreign Born
93.8%
Non-English at Home
9.1%
Veterans
21.2%
With Disability
96.7%
Health Insurance
91.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 25.1% |
| Public Administration | 11.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.6% |
| Manufacturing | 9.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.5% |
| Information | 6.0% |
| Construction | 5.9% |
| Retail Trade | 4.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rome, New York has a population of 31,795 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 39th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Rome, New York is $58,857, with 12.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Rome, New York is $137,200, with median monthly rent at $871 and a homeownership rate of 55.4%.
The median age in Rome, New York is 40.4 years. The population is 51.2% male and 48.8% female.
The population has declined 5.1% since 2010 (33,726 → 31,990).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.