Wyoming County, New York Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 54th-largest in New York
The population of Wyoming County, New York is 39,980 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 54th-largest county in New York. The median household income is $68,913, the median home value is $154,700, and the median age is 43.1.
The population of Wyoming County has declined 6.0% since 2010 (42,125 → 39,588), a -0.44% annualized rate.
39,980
Population
-0.44%
Annual growth
67
People / sq mi
$68,913
Median Income
$154,700
Median Home Value
Wyoming County covers 593 sq mi of land at 67.5 people per square mile.
About Wyoming County, NY
Wyoming County is distinguished by its share of foreign-born residents, 8.9% of the population. Wyoming County is a county in New York with a population of 39,980.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $68,913 — below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 6.4%, is on the lower side for US counties and below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $154,700, with typical rent around $782.
Degree attainment is mid-range for US counties: 18.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, below the national 35.0%. Around 6.1% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 25 minutes each way.
Wyoming County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Wyoming County had a population of 42,125 in 2010 and 39,588 in 2024, a -6.0% growth over 14 years. The peak was 42,125 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.44%.
39,588
Population (2024)
42,125
Population (2010)
42,125
Peak (2010)
-0.44%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 42,125 |
| 2011 | 41,852 |
| 2012 | 41,702 |
| 2013 | 41,369 |
| 2014 | 41,145 |
| 2015 | 40,939 |
| 2016 | 40,450 |
| 2017 | 40,296 |
| 2018 | 40,068 |
| 2019 | 39,858 |
| 2020 | 40,201 |
| 2021 | 39,916 |
| 2022 | 39,528 |
| 2023 | 39,530 |
| 2024 | 39,588 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.7% |
| Black or African American | 3.8% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.7% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
43.1
Median Age
46.4%
Female
53.6%
Male
19.9%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 15.2% · Seniors (65+): 19.9%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $68,913$-15,665 vs state |
| Mean household income | $84,287 |
| Per-capita income | $37,185 |
| Poverty rate | 6.4%-3.4% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 2.1% |
| Employment-to-population | 54.3% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Wyoming County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.2% of workers.
How residents commute
0.4%
Drive alone
6.6%
Carpool
76.8%
Public transit
6.1%
Work from home
25.3 min
Avg commute
Housing
$154,700$-248,300 vs state
Median home value
$782
Median rent
77.0%
Homeownership rate
18,204
Total housing units
89.3%
Occupied
10.7%
Vacant
23.0%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
95.8%
With health insurance
91.5%
With broadband internet
8.9%
Foreign-born
7.2%
Veterans (18+)
13.3%
With a disability
96.9%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
86.7%
High School+
18.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Wyoming County, New York has a population of 39,980 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 54th-largest county in New York. Population density is 67 people per square mile.
The population of Wyoming County has declined 6.0% since 2010 (42,125 → 39,588), a -0.44% annualized rate.
The median household income in Wyoming County, New York is $68,913, with mean (average) household income of $84,287 and per-capita income of $37,185. 6.4% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Wyoming County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (89.7%), Black or African American (3.8%), Hispanic or Latino (0.7%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Wyoming County, New York is 43.1 years. Residents are 46.4% female and 53.6% male.
The median home value in Wyoming County is $154,700 and median monthly rent is $782. 77.0% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 18,204 total housing units, 10.7% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Wyoming County, New York is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.2% of workers. The unemployment rate is 2.1%.
New York is among the largest cities associated with Wyoming County, New York, with a population of 8,516,202.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.