Troy, NY Census Data
The 16th largest city in New York by population · 17 cities ranked
Troy is the 16th largest city in New York by population and ranks 12th of 17 for median household income. With 51,054 residents, its poverty rate of 23.8% ranks among the higher rates in New York. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
51,054
49.4% male · 50.6% female
Median Age
33.0
5.7 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$57,688
$20,850 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
36.8%
1.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 88.1%
Poverty Rate
23.8%
11.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 4.2%
Broadband Access
93.4%
3.7% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$192,500
Median rent: $1,134 · 37% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
9.4%
Labor force participation: 54.7%
Per Capita Income
$36,681
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
5.0%
Disability rate: 17.6%
How Troy Compares to Other New York Cities
Rankings among all 17 New York cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 16th of 17 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Median Income | 12th of 17 | Bottom half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 13th of 17 | Bottom 25% |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 8th of 17 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 10th of 17 | Bottom half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
Age Distribution
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Troy, NY Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Troy, NY?
The population of Troy, NY is 51,054 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 33.0 years.
What is the median household income in Troy?
The median household income in Troy, NY is $57,688, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $36,681.
What is the poverty rate in Troy?
The poverty rate in Troy, NY is 23.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 4.2% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Troy residents have a college degree?
36.8% of adults (25+) in Troy hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 88.1% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Troy?
The median home value in Troy, NY is $192,500. Median rent is $1,134 per month, with 37% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Troy?
Troy's population is 64.8% White, 16.9% Black, 9.8% Hispanic or Latino, and 4.3% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Troy rank among New York cities?
Troy is the 16th largest city in New York by population, the 12th highest for median household income, the 13th lowest for poverty rate, the 8th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 17 ranked New York cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Troy?
The unemployment rate in Troy, NY is 9.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 54.7%. Per capita income is $36,681.
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