County · New York
Yates County, New York
Yates County, New York. Yates County had 24,547 residents in 2025 by the Census Bureau's estimate, down 0.9% since 2020, in line with New York (−1.0%). It holds 14 places (4 cities, villages and boroughs, 9 towns and townships and 1 census-designated) and 8 census tracts. GEOID 36123.
Residents, July 2025 estimate
24,547
Census Bureau estimate (no margin published)
2020 Census count: 24,774 · ACS 2020-2024: 24,526
Median household income
$69,701
±$3,930 (90% margin)
New York: $85,974
Median home value
$184,700
±$12,150 (90% margin)
New York: $423,800
Median gross rent
$834
±$48 (90% margin)
New York: $1,621
How many people live in Yates County, and is it growing?
The 2020 Census counted 24,774 residents in Yates County. The Census Bureau estimates 24,547 for July 1, 2025, down 0.9% since 2020, in line with New York (−1.0%). The 2020-2024 American Community Survey puts the population at 24,526 over 338 square miles of land.
| Measure | Yates County | New York | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total population | 24,526 | 19,852,366 | −485 |
| Households | 9,490±278 | 7,722,646 | +571 |
| Average household size | 2.44±0.07 | 2.49 | −0.22 |
| Housing units | 13,211±90 | 8,585,241 | −659 |
Yates County's population since 2000
From 24,621 in 2000 to 24,547 in 2025: down 0.3%. The 2000, 2010 and 2020 figures are census counts. The 2005 figure is the Census Bureau's intercensal estimate, revised to fit the 2000 and 2010 counts and drawn on 2010 boundaries; 2015 and 2025 are July 1 estimates made from the census before them.
Source: The 2000, 2010 and 2020 Census counts and the Census Bureau's population estimates (intercensal 2000-2010, Vintage 2020, Vintage 2025) · Census population estimates
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); PEP Vintage 2025 (CO-EST2025); 2020 Census · Check it at data.census.gov
What cities and towns are in Yates County?
Yates County holds 14 places: 4 cities, villages and boroughs (incorporated places), 9 towns and townships (county subdivisions with their own government) and 1 census-designated place. The largest is Town of Milo with 6,772 residents (2025 estimate). Places that cross a county line are listed with the share of their 2020 residents who live in this county.
| Milo (town) | 6,803 | $62,500 |
|---|---|---|
| Penn Yan | 5,056 | $60,190 |
| Jerusalem (town) | 4,405 | $86,780 |
| Starkey (town) | 3,407 | $55,064 |
| Benton (town) | 2,985 | $74,767 |
| Potter (town) | 1,858 | $67,344 |
| Dundee | 1,690 | $44,583 |
| Barrington (town) | 1,541 | $90,938 |
| Middlesex (town) | 1,377 | $75,750 |
| Torrey (town) | 1,299 | $95,500 |
| Keuka ParkGEOID 3639463 | 1,130 | $96,042 |
| Italy (town) | 1,099 | $58,750 |
| Rushville | 651 | $42,074 |
| DresdenGEOID 3620896 | 293 | $70,729 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026); 2020 place-by-county parts · Check it at data.census.gov
Who lives in Yates County?
The median resident of Yates County is 42.5 years old; 22.2% are under 18 and 22.6% are 65 or older. The largest group is non-Hispanic white residents at 93.7%, then Hispanic or Latino residents (of any race) at 2.6%. 1.7% of residents were born outside the United States.
| Measure | Yates County | New York | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 42.5±0.8 | 39.8 | +1.5 |
| Under 18 years | 22.2%±0.3 pts | 20.5% | – |
| 65 years and over | 22.6%±0.3 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 2.6% | 19.8% | +0.4 pts |
| White alone, not Hispanic | 93.7%±0.3 pts | 52.8% | −1.0 pts |
| Black or African American alone, not Hispanic | 0.8%±0.3 pts | 13.4% | no clear change |
| Asian alone, not Hispanic | 0.9%±0.1 pts | 9.0% | +0.2 pts |
| American Indian and Alaska Native alone, not Hispanic | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 0.2% | – |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander alone, not Hispanic | 0.0%±0.2 pts | 0.0% | – |
| Two or more races, not Hispanic | 1.9%±0.4 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Some other race alone, not Hispanic | 0.2%±0.1 pts | 1.0% | – |
| Born outside the United States | 1.7%±0.5 pts | 22.8% | no clear change |
| Speak a language other than English at home (age 5+) | 17.9%±1.9 pts | 30.9% | – |
| Civilian veterans (age 18+) | 7.0%±1.0 pts | 3.7% | – |
| With a disability | 11.5%±1.0 pts | 12.6% | – |
| No health insurance coverage | 19.7%±2.3 pts | 5.1% | no clear change |
| High school graduate or higher (age 25+) | 84.8%±1.9 pts | 88.0% | – |
| Bachelor's degree or higher (age 25+) | 25.5%±1.8 pts | 40.2% | no clear change |
| Graduate or professional degree (age 25+) | 11.3%±1.3 pts | 17.9% | – |
| Moved from another state in the past year | 0.5%±0.3 pts | 1.5% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profiles DP02, DP05) · Check it at data.census.gov
What do households in Yates County earn?
Half of Yates County's 9,490 households earn less than $69,701 a year (±$3,930), against $85,974 in New York. In 2015-2019 it was $69,612 in 2024 dollars; the margins of error cannot tell the two periods apart. 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line.
| Measure | Yates County | New York | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $69,701±$3,930 | $85,974 | no clear change |
| Mean household income | $96,191±$4,779 | $128,247 | – |
| Per capita income | $37,848±$1,814 | $50,712 | +$3,056 |
| People below the poverty line | 12.7%±2.2 pts | 14.0% | no clear change |
| Children under 18 below the poverty line | 18.1%±5.4 pts | 18.3% | no clear change |
| Households receiving SNAP | 10.7%±1.9 pts | 15.6% | – |
| Households with a broadband subscription | 79.1%±2.6 pts | 90.8% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What does housing cost in Yates County?
Owners occupy 77.2% of Yates County's occupied homes and renters 22.8%. The median owner-occupied home is valued at $184,700 by its owner (±$12,150). The median renter pays $834 a month including utilities, and 21.8% of renters pay 35% or more of their income on rent.
| Measure | Yates County | New York | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value (owner-occupied) | $184,700±$12,150 | $423,800 | +$16,956 |
| Median gross rent | $834±$48 | $1,621 | −$120 |
| Renters paying 35% or more of income on rent | 21.8%±6.8 pts | 43.1% | −20.5 pts |
| Median monthly owner costs, with a mortgage | $1,429±$51 | $2,555 | – |
| Owner-occupied homes | 77.2%±2.6 pts | 54.3% | no clear change |
| Housing units | 13,211±90 | 8,585,241 | −659 |
| Homeowner vacancy rate | 0.5%±0.7 pts | 1.1% | – |
| Rental vacancy rate | 1.9%±1.5 pts | 3.8% | – |
| Single-family detached homes | 76.3%±2.2 pts | 41.2% | – |
| Mobile homes | 11.3%±1.7 pts | 2.1% | – |
| Built 2020 or later | 1.8%±0.9 pts | 0.8% | – |
| Built 1939 or earlier | 31.0%±2.8 pts | 30.3% | – |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP04) · Check it at data.census.gov
How many new homes is Yates County building?
Builders took permits for 87 new housing units across Yates County in 2025 (76 single-family), 3.5 per 1,000 residents.
Source: Building Permits Survey, annual county files 2019-2025, U.S. Census Bureau · Census Building Permits Survey
How do people in Yates County get to work?
68.7% of Yates County's workers drive alone and 13.4% work from home. The average trip to work takes 22.3 minutes. The unemployment rate in 2020-2024 averaged 3.1%.
| Measure | Yates County | New York | Change since 2015-2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| In the labor force (age 16+) | 54.6%±1.7 pts | 62.7% | – |
| Unemployment rate | 3.1%±0.9 pts | 6.4% | no clear change |
| Drove alone to work | 68.7%±3.1 pts | 48.8% | – |
| Carpooled | 8.1%±1.6 pts | 6.3% | – |
| Public transportation | 0.1%±0.1 pts | 21.6% | – |
| Walked | 5.2%±1.5 pts | 5.6% | – |
| Worked from home | 13.4%±2.2 pts | 14.9% | no clear change |
| Mean travel time to work | 22.3 min±1.2 | 32.6 min | no clear change |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) (Data Profile DP03) · Check it at data.census.gov
What are Yates County's census tracts?
Yates County is divided into 8 census tracts. Among those with a reliable estimate, median household income runs from $55,115 (Tract 1501.01) to $87,370 (Tract 1504).
| Tract 1501.0136123150101 | 3,385±44 | $55,115 |
|---|---|---|
| Tract 1501.0236123150102 | 2,038±305 | $84,205 |
| Tract 150236123150200 | 5,609±294 | $67,566 |
| Tract 1503.0136123150301 | 2,898±253 | $68,077 |
| Tract 1503.0236123150302 | 2,014±181 | $61,892 |
| Tract 150436123150400 | 3,703±210 | $87,370 |
| Tract 1505.0136123150501 | 2,132±262 | $65,925 |
| Tract 1505.0236123150502 | 2,747±254 | $76,550 |
Source: American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) · Check it at data.census.gov
How does Yates County compare with New York's other counties?
| Measure | Rank |
|---|---|
| Population | 60th of 62 |
| Growth 2020-2025 | 27th of 62 |
| Residents per square mile | 47th of 62 |
| Median household income | 37th of 62 |
| Median home value | 33rd of 62 |
| Median gross rent | 56th of 62 |
| Poverty rate | 36th of 62 |
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 43rd of 62 |
| Median age | 27th of 62 |
Source: PlainCities ranks from the American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, U.S. Census Bureau (released January 2026) and PEP Vintage 2025 · How ranks are computed
How these figures are made: methodology and release checks · reading a margin of error · every state · corrections
Not on this page: crime, weather and schools for Yates County are other agencies' records. Crime: the FBI's Crime Data Explorer · climate: NOAA's U.S. Climate Normals · schools: the National Center for Education Statistics' school search.