Demographics in Elmira, NY

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

Where is Elmira?

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Population

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

Total Population

26,349

Male

13,117

49.8%

Female

13,232

50.2%

Median Age

36.5

Race & Ethnicity

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

White

74.0%

Black

13.3%

Hispanic

6.2%

Asian

1.2%

Two or More

8.8%

Other

1.8%

Education & Household

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

Bachelor's or Higher

12.4%

High School or Higher

36.2%

Foreign Born

3.8%

Veterans

5.0%

Married

28.0%

Avg Household Size

2.2

Marital Status by Age

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

Elmira, NY has a population of 26,349 with a median age of 36.5. The racial makeup is 74.0% White, 6.2% Hispanic, 13.3% Black, 1.2% Asian. About 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 3.8%.