Schenectady County's 2026 population is estimated at 163,415, reflecting a 0.51% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Schenectady County is the 21st largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 154,867 and has grown 5.52% since 2010.
Overall: 39.6 years
Female: 41 years
Male: 37.9 years
There are 125,956 adults, (28,630 of whom are seniors) in Schenectady County.
Female: 81,567 (50.9%)
Male: 78,802 (49.1%)
The racial composition of Schenectady County includes 69.14% White, 10.26% Black or African American, 4.96% Asian, 4.35% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 110,883 | 69.14% |
| Two or more races | 17,431 | 10.87% |
| Black or African American | 16,461 | 10.26% |
| Asian | 7,947 | 4.96% |
| Other race | 6,983 | 4.35% |
| Native American | 625 | 0.39% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 39 | 0.02% |
Schenectady County 's average per capita income is $58,372. Household income levels show a median of $79,623. The poverty rate stands at 13.27%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $126,370 | $146,585 |
| Families | $103,499 | $126,164 |
| Households | $79,623 | $102,936 |
| Non Families | $52,113 | $66,115 |
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