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Population Review

Scotchtown, New York Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Scotchtown, New York is 10,544 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 188th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $92,889, the median home value is $317,400, and the median age is 36.5.

10,544

Population

2180

People / sq mi

$92,889

Median Income

$317,400

Median Home Value

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Scotchtown covers 4.8 sq mi of land at 2180 people per square mile.

About Scotchtown, NY

Scotchtown is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 11.3% of the population. Scotchtown is a city in New York with a population of 10,544.

The typical household here earns about $92,889, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 9.0%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $317,400, with typical rent around $1,655.

Roughly 32.8% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 7.4% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 28 minutes each way.

Race & Ethnicity

White36.6%
Black or African American28.4%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.7%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$92,889

Median Household Income

$42,480

Per Capita Income

9.0%

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$317,400

Median Home Value

$1,655

Median Rent

48.1%

Owner-Occupied

Education

92.6%

High School+

32.8%

Bachelor's+

Commute

2.3%

Drive Alone

74.7%

Public Transit

7.4%

Work From Home

27.6 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

11.3%

Foreign Born

67.4%

Non-English at Home

6.0%

Veterans

12.7%

With Disability

93.9%

Health Insurance

98.9%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management33.8%
Education, Health Care & Social Services12.5%
Manufacturing6.6%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate5.9%
Retail Trade5.7%
Public Administration5.6%
Construction4.0%
Information3.0%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services2.9%
Transportation & Warehousing2.9%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Scotchtown, New York has a population of 10,544 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 188th-largest city in New York.

The median household income in Scotchtown, New York is $92,889, with 9.0% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Scotchtown, New York is $317,400, with median monthly rent at $1,655 and a homeownership rate of 48.1%.

The median age in Scotchtown, New York is 36.5 years. The population is 51.0% male and 49.0% female.


Scotchtown Cdp, NY Climate

Scotchtown Cdp, NY has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F) and receives about 1195 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

9.8°C

Avg Temp

1195

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

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Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Scotchtown Cdp, NY — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January-4° / 26°87 mm
February-2° / 28°74 mm
March3° / 37°96 mm
April9° / 48°104 mm
May15° / 59°117 mm
June20° / 68°109 mm
July23° / 73°111 mm
August22° / 71°101 mm
September17° / 63°110 mm
October11° / 51°93 mm
November5° / 42°102 mm
December-1° / 31°91 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 Scotchtown Cdp, NY

The most comfortable months to visit Scotchtown Cdp, NY are typically August, June 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 -9°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.