Yonkers, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Yonkers, New York is 209,529 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 4th-largest city in New York. The median household income is $81,816, the median home value is $478,000, and the median age is 39.0.
The population has grown 7.5% since 2010 (196,407 → 211,040).
209,529
Population
11637
People / sq mi
$81,816
Median Income
$478,000
Median Home Value
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Yonkers covers 18.0 sq mi of land at 11637 people per square mile.
About Yonkers, NY
Yonkers stands apart on settlement density — it is among the most densely settled of US cities, at roughly 11,637 people per square mile. With 209,529 residents, Yonkers is a city in New York. It is the #4-largest of all cities in New York nationally.
The typical household here earns about $81,816, near the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 11.6%, below the national 12.4%. The median home value is $478,000, with typical rent around $1,730.
Roughly 35.2% of adults have a bachelor’s, near the national 35.0%. Around 10.5% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 35 minutes each way.
That density explains much of the rest of the profile in Yonkers: denser places lean toward renting, shorter commutes by transit, and a younger working-age mix.
Yonkers city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Yonkers city had a population of 196,407 in 2010 and 211,040 in 2024, a 7.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 211,040 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.52%.
211,040
Population (2024)
196,407
Population (2010)
211,040
Peak (2024)
0.52%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 196,407 |
| 2011 | 197,584 |
| 2012 | 198,057 |
| 2013 | 198,769 |
| 2014 | 199,367 |
| 2015 | 199,667 |
| 2016 | 200,077 |
| 2017 | 199,873 |
| 2018 | 199,883 |
| 2019 | 200,370 |
| 2020 | 210,995 |
| 2021 | 210,104 |
| 2022 | 208,768 |
| 2023 | 208,922 |
| 2024 | 211,040 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 38.0% |
| Black or African American | 17.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$81,816
Median Household Income
$42,770
Per Capita Income
11.6%
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$478,000
Median Home Value
$1,730
Median Rent
47.2%
Owner-Occupied
Education
83.7%
High School+
35.2%
Bachelor's+
Commute
23.0%
Drive Alone
49.6%
Public Transit
10.5%
Work From Home
34.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
7.9%
Foreign Born
50.5%
Non-English at Home
3.1%
Veterans
14.1%
With Disability
93.5%
Health Insurance
94.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 31.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.2% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Construction | 7.7% |
| Retail Trade | 7.2% |
| Information | 6.5% |
| Public Administration | 5.5% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Manufacturing | 4.0% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 2.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.3% |
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Common questions about Yonkers, NY
Frequently Asked Questions
Yonkers, New York has a population of 209,529 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 4th-largest city in New York.
The median household income in Yonkers, New York is $81,816, with 11.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Yonkers, New York is $478,000, with median monthly rent at $1,730 and a homeownership rate of 47.2%.
The median age in Yonkers, New York is 39.0 years. The population is 48.2% male and 51.8% female.
The population has grown 7.5% since 2010 (196,407 → 211,040).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.