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Population Review

St. Lawrence County, New York Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 27th-largest in New York

The population of St. Lawrence County, New York is 107,796 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 27th-largest county in New York. The median household income is $61,900, the median home value is $119,800, and the median age is 39.0.

The population of St. Lawrence County has declined 5.0% since 2010 (111,821 → 106,198), a -0.37% annualized rate.

St. Lawrence County within New York · Source: US Census TIGER/Line via us-atlas

107,796

Population

-0.37%

Annual growth

40

People / sq mi

$61,900

Median Income

$119,800

Median Home Value

St. Lawrence County covers 2,680 sq mi of land at 40.2 people per square mile.

About St. Lawrence County, NY

St. Lawrence County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 14.5% of the population. With 107,796 residents, St. Lawrence County is a county in New York. It ranks #27 among counties in New York by population.

The typical household here earns about $61,900, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 11.9%, close to the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $119,800, with typical rent around $799.

Roughly 24.6% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 7.1%, and the average commute runs about 21 minutes each way.

St. Lawrence County Population History (2010-2024)

The county of St. Lawrence County had a population of 111,821 in 2010 and 106,198 in 2024, a -5.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 112,388 in 2012. Average annual growth rate: -0.37%.

2012 · 112K20102024
St. Lawrence County population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

106,198

Population (2024)

111,821

Population (2010)

112,388

Peak (2012)

-0.37%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010111,821
2011112,290
2012112,388
2013111,967
2014111,476
2015110,399
2016109,506
2017108,768
2018108,534
2019107,766
2020108,327
2021107,835
2022107,043
2023106,727
2024106,198

Race & Ethnicity

White92.1%
Black or African American2.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)1.6%
Two or More Races0.0%

Age & Sex

39.0

Median Age

49.0%

Female

51.0%

Male

18.4%

Age 65+

Age Distribution

Under 5
4.9%
5–9
5.4%
10–14
6.0%
15–19
9.0%
20–24
8.6%
25–34
11.1%
35–44
11.1%
45–54
11.5%
55–59
6.8%
60–64
7.2%
65–74
11.1%
75–84
5.2%
85+
2.1%

Children (under 15): 16.3% · Seniors (65+): 18.4%

Income & Poverty

Median household income$61,900$-22,678 vs state
Mean household income$78,890
Per-capita income$31,574
Poverty rate11.9%+2.1% vs state
Unemployment rate3.0%
Employment-to-population50.1%

Top Industries by Employment

Professional & business services
35.3%
Education & health care
9.7%
Manufacturing
8.2%
Public administration
6.8%
Construction
5.5%
Retail trade
5.4%
Finance & real estate
5.4%
Arts, entertainment & food
4.6%

The largest employment sector in St. Lawrence County is professional & business services, accounting for 35.3% of workers.

How residents commute

0.3%

Drive alone

6.7%

Carpool

75.0%

Public transit

7.1%

Work from home

21.0 min

Avg commute

Housing

$119,800$-283,200 vs state

Median home value

$799

Median rent

71.5%

Homeownership rate

51,884

Total housing units

80.4%

Occupied

19.6%

Vacant

28.5%

Renter-occupied

Social & access

94.1%

With health insurance

90.5%

With broadband internet

14.5%

Foreign-born

7.1%

Veterans (18+)

17.7%

With a disability

93.0%

Speak language other than English at home

Education

89.1%

High School+

24.6%

Bachelor's+

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Frequently Asked Questions

St. Lawrence County, New York has a population of 107,796 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 27th-largest county in New York. Population density is 40 people per square mile.

The population of St. Lawrence County has declined 5.0% since 2010 (111,821 → 106,198), a -0.37% annualized rate.

The median household income in St. Lawrence County, New York is $61,900, with mean (average) household income of $78,890 and per-capita income of $31,574. 11.9% of residents live below the federal poverty level.

In St. Lawrence County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (92.1%), Black or African American (2.0%), Hispanic or Latino (1.6%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.

The median age in St. Lawrence County, New York is 39.0 years. Residents are 49.0% female and 51.0% male.

The median home value in St. Lawrence County is $119,800 and median monthly rent is $799. 71.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 51,884 total housing units, 19.6% of which are vacant.

The largest employment sector in St. Lawrence County, New York is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 35.3% of workers. The unemployment rate is 3.0%.

New York is among the largest cities associated with St. Lawrence County, New York, with a population of 8,516,202.

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

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.