Albany County's 2026 population is estimated at 323,892, reflecting a 0.61% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Albany County is the 14th largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 304,085 and has grown 6.51% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 38.4 years
Female: 39.2 years
Male: 37.5 years
There are 259,873 adults, (57,602 of whom are seniors) in Albany County.
Female: 162,911 (51.4%)
Male: 154,107 (48.6%)
The racial composition of Albany County includes 69.21% White, 12.35% Black or African American, 7.75% Asian, 3.08% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 219,405 | 69.21% |
| Black or African American | 39,144 | 12.35% |
| Asian | 24,574 | 7.75% |
| Two or more races | 23,539 | 7.43% |
| Other race | 9,773 | 3.08% |
| Native American | 357 | 0.11% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 226 | 0.07% |
Albany County 's average per capita income is $61,659. Household income levels show a median of $85,333. The poverty rate stands at 13.03%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $140,968 | $166,159 |
| Families | $120,437 | $143,283 |
| Households | $85,333 | $111,519 |
| Non Families | $57,247 | $72,356 |
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