Glens Falls, NY Metro Area

Glens Falls, NY · Metro Area

126,039Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 2 counties, part of the Albany-Schenectady, NY combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $75,836
Median home value: $232,500
Land area: 1,698 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Warren County, NY	Central	65,517	$78,442	$267,400
Washington County, NY	Central	60,522	$73,495	$196,200

Largest cities and towns

47 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Queensbury, NY	Town	29,201	$89,772
Glens Falls, NY	City	14,609	$67,788
Kingsbury, NY	Town	12,896	$72,091
West Glens Falls, NY	CDP	10,050	$93,239
Glens Falls North, NY	CDP	9,154	$77,881
Hudson Falls, NY	Village	7,395	$62,969
Granville (Town), NY	Town	6,182	$69,198
Fort Edward (Town), NY	Town	5,964	$70,366
Fort Ann (Town), NY	Town	5,311	$85,902
Greenwich (Town), NY	Town	4,850	$73,537
Whitehall (Town), NY	Town	4,005	$54,260
Warrensburg, NY	Town	3,954	$60,907
Argyle (Town), NY	Town	3,636	$83,000
Lake George (Town), NY	Town	3,496	$103,857
White Creek, NY	Town	3,261	$72,853
Warrensburg (CDP), NY	CDP	3,194	$57,245
Fort Edward, NY	Village	3,152	$71,845
Lake Luzerne, NY	Town	3,080	$46,633
Chester, NY	Town	3,074	$84,623
Whitehall, NY	Village	2,690	$47,683
Salem, NY	Town	2,611	$83,398
Easton, NY	Town	2,317	$85,625
Granville, NY	Village	2,310	$46,927
Cambridge, NY	Village	2,262	$72,612
Bolton, NY	Town	2,034	$102,898

Also in the Albany-Schenectady, NY combined area

Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY · metro · 906,052 Hudson, NY · micro · 61,100 Gloversville, NY · micro · 52,487 Amsterdam, NY · micro · 49,528

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Unemployment

4.7%

College Educated

29.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$75,836

Mean Household Income

$98,092

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

50.5%

Female

49.5%

Population Split

Male50.5%

Female49.5%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

Irish20.5%

English14.9%

German12.0%

Italian11.1%

French7.0%

Polish3.9%

Scottish3.6%

Mexican0.6%

African0.1%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

3.2%Foreign Born

96.8%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized51.6%

Non-Citizen48.4%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later37.2%

Before 201062.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

69,534

Median Rent

$1,077/mo

Median Home Value

$232,500

Median Year Built

1970

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

22,523

College Enrollment

14.6%

High School

26.4%

College Educated

29.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

24.1 min

Drive Alone Rate

78.8%

Public Transit

0.4%

Work From Home

8.8%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.9%

18-34 Years

18.8%

35-64 Years

40.3%

65+ Years

23.0%

Population Composition

Under 1817.9%

18-3418.8%

35-6440.3%

65+23.0%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

45.9%

Single Parent

3.9%

Living Alone

30.6%

Avg Size

2.23

Household Types

Married Couples45.9%

Single Parent3.9%

Living Alone30.6%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$42,589

SNAP Usage

10.8%

Health Insurance

95.7%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k13.6%

$25k - $50k18.5%

$50k - $100k31.7%

$100k+36.2%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

11.5%

Retail Trade

11.4%

Education & Health Care

25.6%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.9%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

95.7%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

88.7%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

93.1%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

94.9

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

164.1

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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