West Hempstead, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of West Hempstead, New York is 20,762 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 81st-largest city in New York. The median household income is $160,280, the median home value is $626,100, and the median age is 37.6.
20,762
Population
7811
People / sq mi
$160,280
Median Income
$626,100
Median Home Value
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West Hempstead covers 2.7 sq mi of land at 7811 people per square mile.
About West Hempstead, NY
West Hempstead is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 4.3% of the population. With 20,762 residents, West Hempstead is a city in New York.
Income is a real outlier — the median household pulls in $160,280, putting West Hempstead near the top of US cities. Poverty is among the lowest of comparable US cities, at 2.2% — below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $626,100, with typical rent around $3,228.
College attainment is above the local norm at 49.8%, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 14.4%, and the average commute runs about 37 minutes each way.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 60.9% |
| Black or African American | 10.4% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$160,280
Median Household Income
$52,723
Per Capita Income
2.2%
Poverty Rate
3.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$626,100
Median Home Value
$3,228
Median Rent
91.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.5%
High School+
49.8%
Bachelor's+
Commute
11.2%
Drive Alone
63.7%
Public Transit
14.4%
Work From Home
37.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
4.3%
Foreign Born
68.5%
Non-English at Home
2.0%
Veterans
8.2%
With Disability
95.8%
Health Insurance
97.0%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 35.0% |
| Information | 11.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 9.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.4% |
| Construction | 7.8% |
| Retail Trade | 7.2% |
| Public Administration | 5.7% |
| Manufacturing | 2.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 2.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Hempstead, New York has a population of 20,762 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 81st-largest city in New York.
The median household income in West Hempstead, New York is $160,280, with 2.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in West Hempstead, New York is $626,100, with median monthly rent at $3,228 and a homeownership rate of 91.2%.
The median age in West Hempstead, New York is 37.6 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.