Essex County's 2026 population is estimated at 36,640, reflecting a -0.14% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Essex County is the 56th largest county in New York. The 2010 population was 39,359 and has grown -6.91% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49.9 years
Female: 52 years
Male: 48 years
There are 31,270 adults, (9,757 of whom are seniors) in Essex County.
Female: 17,912 (48.4%)
Male: 19,061 (51.6%)
The racial composition of Essex County includes 92.73% White, and smaller percentages for Black or African American, other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 34,284 | 92.73% |
| Two or more races | 1,156 | 3.13% |
| Black or African American | 817 | 2.21% |
| Other race | 422 | 1.14% |
| Asian | 234 | 0.63% |
| Native American | 59 | 0.16% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 1 | 0% |
Essex County 's average per capita income is $46,945. Household income levels show a median of $71,661. The poverty rate stands at 11.21%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $101,566 | - |
| Families | $89,297 | $111,882 |
| Households | $71,661 | $95,557 |
| Non Families | $45,140 | $66,795 |
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