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Population Review

Schenectady city, NY — Population & Demographics

Schenectady city, NY has a population of 68,521. The median household income is $56,398 and the median age is 35.8.

68,521

Population

$56,398

Median Income

$152,000

Median Home Value

35.8

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White49.8%
Black or African American20.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)2.9%
Two or More Races0.1%

Economy & Income

$56,398

Median Household Income

$31,536

Per Capita Income

19.3%

Poverty Rate

5.3%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$152,000

Median Home Value

$1,109

Median Rent

44.8%

Owner-Occupied

Education

85.5%

High School+

23.6%

Bachelor's+

Commute

7.9%

Drive Alone

8.8%

Work From Home

22.5 min

Avg Commute

Frequently Asked Questions

Schenectady city, NY has a population of 68,521 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Schenectady city, NY is $56,398, with 19.3% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Schenectady city, NY is $152,000, with median rent at $1,109.

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