Cattaraugus County's 2026 population is estimated at 75,065, reflecting a -0.27% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Cattaraugus County is the 35th largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 80,220 and has grown -6.43% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.8 years
Female: 43.6 years
Male: 41.9 years
There are 59,500 adults, (15,843 of whom are seniors) in Cattaraugus County.
Female: 37,932 (49.8%)
Male: 38,213 (50.2%)
The racial composition of Cattaraugus County includes 88.64% White, and smaller percentages for Native American, Black or African American, Asian, other race and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 67,496 | 88.64% |
| Two or more races | 4,322 | 5.68% |
| Native American | 1,866 | 2.45% |
| Black or African American | 1,138 | 1.49% |
| Asian | 665 | 0.87% |
| Other race | 658 | 0.86% |
Cattaraugus County 's average per capita income is $44,230. Household income levels show a median of $59,540. The poverty rate stands at 19.1%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $91,065 | $105,297 |
| Families | $76,823 | $90,574 |
| Households | $59,540 | $75,425 |
| Non Families | $33,968 | $46,076 |
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