Population Statistics for Buchanan, New York in 2024


  • Total population: 2,397, male: 1,111 and female: 1,286
  • Median age: 38.5 years, male: 39.6 and female: 38.4
  • Median household income: $128,218
  • Housing units: 859 total, occupied: 831 and vacant: 28

Population by Age and Gender

In Buchanan, New York, there are 220 males under 18 years old (19.8%), 708 aged 18 to 64 (63.7%), and 183 aged 65 and over (16.5%). Among females, 332 are under 18 years old (25.8%), 701 aged 18 to 64 (54.5%), and 253 aged 65 and over (19.7%).


Population Demographics by Race

Based on the latest data, the population in Buchanan, New York is 54.3% (1,301 people) White. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 27.1% (650 people) of the total. Black or African American alone represents 7.8% (188 people), while Asian alone makes up 5.4% (129 people).



Household Income

About 12.2% of all households earn under $50,000. Around 29.8% of households have incomes between $50,000 and $100,000, while 33.3% earn between $100,000 and $200,000. A small portion, 24.7%, report incomes over $200,000.




Households and Families

About 74.6% of households are married couples, while 4.1% are headed by a male householder with no spouse present. Female householders account for 10.8% of households, and 10.5% are non-family households.



Marital Status of Population

Overall, 56.8% of men and 53.6% of women are currently married. Among those who have never married, the share is 31.1% for men and 29.1% for women. Divorce rates are 7.1% among women compared to 10.3% for men, while 10.2% of women and 1.7% of men are widowed.



Educational attainment (Age 25+)

Among men: 5.3% have no degree, 28.1% have a high school diploma or equivalent, 27.9% have some college or an associate degree, 29.2% hold a bachelor’s degree, and 9.5% hold a graduate or professional degree. Among women: 2.2% have no degree, 20.9% have a high school diploma or equivalent, 21.0% have some college or an associate degree, 34.8% hold a bachelor’s degree, and 21.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.



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FAQ

What was the population of Buchanan in 2023?

The total population in 2023 was 2,397.

What is the median age in Buchanan?

The median age is 38.5 years.

What is the median household income in Buchanan?

Median household income (in 2023 inflation-adjusted dollars) is $128,218.

What percentage of the population is White in Buchanan?

The White population is 57.2%.

What share of the population is 65 years and over in Buchanan?

Overall 18.2% of the population is 65 years old and over.

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