Putnam County's 2026 population is estimated at 99,214, reflecting a 0.19% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Putnam County is the 29th largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 99,644 and has grown -0.43% since 2010.
Overall: 44 years
Female: 45.3 years
Male: 42.7 years
There are 79,074 adults, (18,910 of whom are seniors) in Putnam County.
Female: 48,643 (49.6%)
Male: 49,464 (50.4%)
The racial composition of Putnam County includes 74.77% White, 10.44% other race, 3.02% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 73,359 | 74.77% |
| Other race | 10,238 | 10.44% |
| Two or more races | 9,081 | 9.26% |
| Black or African American | 2,960 | 3.02% |
| Asian | 2,263 | 2.31% |
| Native American | 181 | 0.18% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 25 | 0.03% |
Putnam County 's average per capita income is $70,213. Household income levels show a median of $126,257. The poverty rate stands at 7.11%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $161,554 | - |
| Families | $148,599 | $175,546 |
| Households | $126,257 | $153,855 |
| Non Families | $53,996 | $80,902 |
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