Monroe County's 2026 population is estimated at 750,718, reflecting a 0.03% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Monroe County is the 9th largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 744,589 and has grown 0.82% since 2010.
Overall: 39.6 years
Female: 40.9 years
Male: 38.3 years
There are 600,578 adults, (141,504 of whom are seniors) in Monroe County.
Female: 388,062 (51.5%)
Male: 365,691 (48.5%)
The racial composition of Monroe County includes 69.64% White, 14.2% Black or African American, 3.89% Asian, 3.82% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 524,918 | 69.64% |
| Black or African American | 107,052 | 14.2% |
| Two or more races | 62,073 | 8.24% |
| Asian | 29,319 | 3.89% |
| Other race | 28,805 | 3.82% |
| Native American | 1,232 | 0.16% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 354 | 0.05% |
Monroe County 's average per capita income is $54,129. Household income levels show a median of $76,382. The poverty rate stands at 13.65%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $127,074 | $153,262 |
| Families | $102,166 | $127,820 |
| Households | $76,382 | $102,656 |
| Non Families | $47,390 | $63,441 |
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