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Population Review

Watervliet city, NY — Population & Demographics

Watervliet city, NY has a population of 10,285. The median household income is $55,897 and the median age is 39.0.

10,285

Population

$55,897

Median Income

$176,200

Median Home Value

39.0

Median Age

Race & Ethnicity

White75.4%
Black or African American8.8%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.9%
Two or More Races0.0%

Economy & Income

$55,897

Median Household Income

$34,267

Per Capita Income

15.6%

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$176,200

Median Home Value

$1,076

Median Rent

34.8%

Owner-Occupied

Education

90.1%

High School+

18.8%

Bachelor's+

Commute

5.1%

Drive Alone

71.0%

Public Transit

9.6%

Work From Home

21.3 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

10.8%

Foreign Born

92.6%

Non-English at Home

7.5%

Veterans

18.2%

With Disability

97.1%

Health Insurance

94.2%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management18.9%
Manufacturing13.9%
Public Administration12.9%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate8.1%
Information8.0%
Construction6.5%
Education, Health Care & Social Services5.8%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.8%
Retail Trade4.3%
Transportation & Warehousing2.8%
Agriculture & Mining0.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Watervliet city, NY has a population of 10,285 according to Census ACS 2023 data.

The median household income in Watervliet city, NY is $55,897, with 15.6% living below the poverty level.

The median home value in Watervliet city, NY is $176,200, with median rent at $1,076.

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