Rye, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Rye, New York is 16,410 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 116th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $237,727, the median home value is $1,785,400, and the median age is 41.9.
The population has grown 4.7% since 2010 (15,727 → 16,463).
16,410
Population
2804
People / sq mi
$237,727
Median Income
$1,785,400
Median Home Value
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Rye covers 5.9 sq mi of land at 2804 people per square mile.
About Rye, NY
What sets Rye apart is money: median household income runs $237,727, above the US median of $78,538. Rye is a city in New York with a population of 16,410.
Households here are among the highest-earning of all US cities: median income is $237,727, above the US median of $78,538. Only 2.5% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Real estate commands a premium here — a median home value of $1,785,400, with typical rent around $2,751.
Degree attainment is near the top of the range for US cities: 80.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor’s, above the 35.0% national rate. An unusually large 27.1% of workers are remote, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 39 minutes each way.
Taken together, the income and housing figures place Rye firmly in the higher-cost, higher-earning tier of US cities — a profile that tends to track dense job markets and competitive housing.
Rye city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Rye city had a population of 15,727 in 2010 and 16,463 in 2024, a 4.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 16,542 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.34%.
16,463
Population (2024)
15,727
Population (2010)
16,542
Peak (2020)
0.34%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 15,727 |
| 2011 | 15,807 |
| 2012 | 15,824 |
| 2013 | 15,898 |
| 2014 | 15,916 |
| 2015 | 15,928 |
| 2016 | 15,914 |
| 2017 | 15,842 |
| 2018 | 15,769 |
| 2019 | 15,695 |
| 2020 | 16,542 |
| 2021 | 16,454 |
| 2022 | 16,320 |
| 2023 | 16,309 |
| 2024 | 16,463 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 78.7% |
| Black or African American | 1.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$237,727
Median Household Income
$149,370
Per Capita Income
2.5%
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$1,785,400
Median Home Value
$2,751
Median Rent
70.6%
Owner-Occupied
Education
97.5%
High School+
80.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
28.1%
Drive Alone
37.4%
Public Transit
27.1%
Work From Home
39.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
26.1%
Foreign Born
78.7%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
5.5%
With Disability
98.1%
Health Insurance
98.3%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Information | 30.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 19.6% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 18.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.3% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 4.4% |
| Manufacturing | 4.0% |
| Public Administration | 3.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.6% |
| Construction | 2.5% |
| Retail Trade | 1.1% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Rye, New York has a population of 16,410 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 116th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Rye, New York is $237,727, with 2.5% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Rye, New York is $1,785,400, with median monthly rent at $2,751 and a homeownership rate of 70.6%.
The median age in Rye, New York is 41.9 years. The population is 50.8% male and 49.2% female.
The population has grown 4.7% since 2010 (15,727 → 16,463).
Rye city, NY Climate
Rye city, NY has an average annual temperature of 11.2°C (52°F) and receives about 1162 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
11.2°C
Avg Temp
1162
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -1° / 30° | 89 mm |
| February | 0° / 31° | 76 mm |
| March | 4° / 40° | 103 mm |
| April | 10° / 50° | 105 mm |
| May | 15° / 60° | 107 mm |
| June | 20° / 69° | 88 mm |
| July | 24° / 74° | 98 mm |
| August | 23° / 73° | 106 mm |
| September | 19° / 65° | 100 mm |
| October | 12° / 54° | 91 mm |
| November | 7° / 45° | 104 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 Rye city, NY
The most comfortable months to visit Rye city, NY are typically June, August and July, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 29°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.