Albany, New York

City Profile — Demographics, Income, Education & Housing
Data: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 5-Year Estimates
99,692
Population
$54,736
Median Income
$213,400
Home Value
32.0
Median Age

Demographics

Albany has a population of 99,692 with a median age of 32.0. Here is the racial and ethnic breakdown of the population:

White
53.7%
Black
27.9%
Hispanic
9.9%
Asian
7.1%
Other
1.4%
Demographic Value
Total Population99,692
Median Age32.0
White53.7%
Black or African American27.9%
Asian7.1%
Hispanic or Latino9.9%
Other / Two or More Races1.4%

Income & Economy

The median household income in Albany is $54,736, which is 27.2% below the national median of $75,149. The per capita income is $34,195. The poverty rate is 23.3%.

$54,736
Median Household Income
$34,195
Per Capita Income
23.3%
Poverty Rate

Employment

The unemployment rate in Albany is 8.0%, compared to the national rate of 5.4%.

Education

In Albany, 88.8% of residents age 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 43.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20.8% with a graduate or professional degree).

HS Diploma+
88.8%
Bachelor's+
43.0%
Graduate+
20.8%
Education Level % of Adults (25+)
High School Diploma or Higher88.8%
Bachelor's Degree or Higher43.0%
Graduate or Professional Degree20.8%

Housing

The median home value in Albany is $213,400, below the national median of $281,900. The median monthly rent is $1,130. The homeownership rate is 36.7%.

$213,400
Median Home Value
$1,130/mo
Median Rent
36.7%
Homeownership Rate
Housing Metric Value
Median Home Value$213,400
Median Monthly Rent$1,130
Homeownership Rate36.7%
Vacancy Rate13.8%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Albany, New York?
The population of Albany, New York is 99,692 according to U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Albany, New York?
The median household income in Albany, New York is $54,736. This is 27.2% below the national median of $75,149.
What is the median home value in Albany, New York?
The median home value in Albany, New York is $213,400. The median monthly rent is $1,130.
What percentage of people in Albany have a college degree?
In Albany, New York, 43.0% of adults age 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.8% have a high school diploma or higher.
Is Albany, New York an affordable place to live?
The home price-to-income ratio in Albany, New York is 3.9x (median home value $213,400 vs. median income $54,736), making it relatively affordable by that measure. A ratio under 4.0 is generally considered affordable.

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