Madison County, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 37th-largest in New York
The population of Madison County, New York is 67,572 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 37th-largest county in New York. The median household income is $73,141, the median home value is $176,800, and the median age is 42.6.
The population of Madison County has declined 8.7% since 2010 (73,442 → 67,072), a -0.65% annualized rate.
67,572
Population
-0.65%
Annual growth
103
People / sq mi
$73,141
Median Income
$176,800
Median Home Value
Madison County covers 655 sq mi of land at 103.2 people per square mile.
About Madison County, NY
Madison County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 14.3% of the population. With 67,572 residents, Madison County is a county in New York. It ranks #37 among counties in New York by population.
Median household income is $73,141, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 6.9%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $176,800, with typical rent around $891.
Educational attainment is on the higher side for US counties — 28.0% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 9.7%, and the average commute runs about 24 minutes each way.
Madison County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Madison County had a population of 73,442 in 2010 and 67,072 in 2024, a -8.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 73,442 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.64%.
67,072
Population (2024)
73,442
Population (2010)
73,442
Peak (2010)
-0.64%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 73,442 |
| 2011 | 72,898 |
| 2012 | 72,438 |
| 2013 | 72,490 |
| 2014 | 72,251 |
| 2015 | 71,779 |
| 2016 | 71,426 |
| 2017 | 70,993 |
| 2018 | 71,180 |
| 2019 | 70,875 |
| 2020 | 67,951 |
| 2021 | 67,402 |
| 2022 | 67,062 |
| 2023 | 67,152 |
| 2024 | 67,072 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.4% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
42.6
Median Age
50.4%
Female
49.6%
Male
19.7%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.2% · Seniors (65+): 19.7%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $73,141$-11,437 vs state |
| Mean household income | $96,461 |
| Per-capita income | $39,904 |
| Poverty rate | 6.9%-2.9% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 55.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Madison County is professional & business services, accounting for 30.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
5.7%
Carpool
76.6%
Public transit
9.7%
Work from home
23.7 min
Avg commute
Housing
$176,800$-226,200 vs state
Median home value
$891
Median rent
78.4%
Homeownership rate
30,676
Total housing units
83.3%
Occupied
16.7%
Vacant
21.6%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
96.7%
With health insurance
92.7%
With broadband internet
14.3%
Foreign-born
7.3%
Veterans (18+)
12.8%
With a disability
95.5%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
93.3%
High School+
28.0%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Madison County, New York has a population of 67,572 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 37th-largest county in New York. Population density is 103 people per square mile.
The population of Madison County has declined 8.7% since 2010 (73,442 → 67,072), a -0.65% annualized rate.
The median household income in Madison County, New York is $73,141, with mean (average) household income of $96,461 and per-capita income of $39,904. 6.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Madison County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (91.4%), Black or African American (1.6%), Hispanic or Latino (0.9%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Madison County, New York is 42.6 years. Residents are 50.4% female and 49.6% male.
The median home value in Madison County is $176,800 and median monthly rent is $891. 78.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 30,676 total housing units, 16.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Madison County, New York is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 30.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.4%.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.