Demographics in Canton, NY

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Canton?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

7,222

Male

3,327

46.1%

Female

3,895

53.9%

Median Age

22.4

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

84.9%

Black

5.8%

Hispanic

4.0%

Asian

3.7%

Two or More

3.9%

Other

1.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

20.8%

High School or Higher

28.2%

Foreign Born

6.8%

Veterans

3.0%

Married

24.1%

Avg Household Size

1.7

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Canton, NY has a population of 7,222 with a median age of 22.4. The racial makeup is 84.9% White, 4.0% Hispanic, 5.8% Black, 3.7% Asian. About 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 6.8%.