Yates County's 2026 population is estimated at 24,335, reflecting a -0.11% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Yates County is the 60th largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 25,376 and has grown -4.1% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 42.5 years
Female: 42.8 years
Male: 42.1 years
There are 19,081 adults, (5,543 of whom are seniors) in Yates County.
Female: 12,431 (50.7%)
Male: 12,095 (49.3%)
The racial composition of Yates County includes 94.34% White, and smaller percentages for Two or more races, other race, Asian, Black or African American, Native American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 23,137 | 94.34% |
| Two or more races | 660 | 2.69% |
| Other race | 300 | 1.22% |
| Asian | 215 | 0.88% |
| Black or African American | 201 | 0.82% |
| Native American | 13 | 0.05% |
Yates County 's average per capita income is $43,798. Household income levels show a median of $69,701. The poverty rate stands at 12.74%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $89,053 | - |
| Families | $83,369 | $114,099 |
| Households | $69,701 | $96,191 |
| Non Families | $39,690 | $58,366 |
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