Orleans County's 2026 population is estimated at 40,278, reflecting a 0.74% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Orleans County is the 54th largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 42,850 and has grown -6% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 43.5 years
Female: 45.9 years
Male: 41.3 years
There are 32,175 adults, (7,867 of whom are seniors) in Orleans County.
Female: 19,489 (49.2%)
Male: 20,119 (50.8%)
The racial composition of Orleans County includes 85.92% White, 4.91% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 34,032 | 85.92% |
| Two or more races | 2,119 | 5.35% |
| Black or African American | 1,944 | 4.91% |
| Other race | 1,043 | 2.63% |
| Asian | 303 | 0.76% |
| Native American | 167 | 0.42% |
Orleans County 's average per capita income is $44,621. Household income levels show a median of $65,969. The poverty rate stands at 12.75%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $98,002 | - |
| Families | $84,622 | $100,890 |
| Households | $65,969 | $84,064 |
| Non Families | $37,028 | $48,386 |
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