Kingston, NY Metro Area

Kingston, NY · Metro Area

182,601Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 1 county, part of the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $86,271
Median home value: $352,500
Land area: 1,124 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
Ulster County, NY	Central	182,601	$86,271	$352,500

Largest cities and towns

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

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Kingston, NY	City	23,911	$68,186
Saugerties (Town), NY	Town	19,223	$78,271
New Paltz (Town), NY	Town	15,330	$83,133
Shawangunk, NY	Town	13,365	$109,536
Ulster, NY	Town	12,675	$79,769
Wawarsing, NY	Town	12,533	$64,321
Lloyd, NY	Town	11,154	$92,220
Plattekill, NY	Town	10,406	$103,045
Esopus, NY	Town	9,561	$88,837
Marlborough, NY	Town	8,819	$106,627
New Paltz, NY	Village	8,314	$52,774
Rochester, NY	Town	7,362	$86,691
Highland, NY	CDP	6,367	$101,917
Woodstock, NY	Town	6,258	$92,118
Hurley, NY	Town	6,163	$101,099
Rosendale, NY	Town	5,744	$71,875
Marbletown, NY	Town	5,724	$114,330
Gardiner, NY	Town	5,645	$115,234
Olive, NY	Town	4,254	$114,018
Ellenville, NY	Village	4,211	$42,969
Watchtower, NY	CDP	3,974	—
Saugerties, NY	Village	3,884	$57,778
Marlboro, NY	CDP	3,679	$119,318
Port Ewen, NY	CDP	3,426	$79,386
Hurley (CDP), NY	CDP	3,346	$90,152

Also in the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA combined area

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ · metro · 19,798,537 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT · metro · 956,330 Kiryas Joel-Poughkeepsie-Newburgh, NY · metro · 704,836 Trenton-Princeton, NJ · metro · 385,864 Monticello, NY · micro · 79,721 Hemlock Farms, PA · micro · 60,621

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Unemployment

5.4%

College Educated

38.2%

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

$86,271

Mean Household Income

$117,353

Income Distribution

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

Sex Distribution

Male

49.7%

Female

50.3%

Population Split

Male49.7%

Female50.3%

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

Irish17.7%

Italian16.1%

German14.3%

English8.6%

Polish4.2%

French2.2%

Scottish2.2%

Mexican2.2%

African0.4%

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

8.1%Foreign Born

91.9%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized60.2%

Non-Citizen39.8%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later27.8%

Before 201072.2%

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

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

86,503

Median Rent

$1,425/mo

Median Home Value

$352,500

Median Year Built

1966

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

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

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

36,671

College Enrollment

27.4%

High School

20.0%

College Educated

38.2%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

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

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

27.5 min

Drive Alone Rate

68.9%

Public Transit

1.9%

Work From Home

17.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

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

Age Distribution

Under 18

17.1%

18-34 Years

21.3%

35-64 Years

40.3%

65+ Years

21.3%

Population Composition

Under 1817.1%

18-3421.3%

35-6440.3%

65+21.3%

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

42.3%

Single Parent

4.2%

Living Alone

34.3%

Avg Size

2.26

Household Types

Married Couples42.3%

Single Parent4.2%

Living Alone34.3%

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

$47,778

SNAP Usage

9.8%

Health Insurance

93.1%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k15.3%

$25k - $50k15.5%

$50k - $100k25.3%

$100k+43.9%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

5.6%

Retail Trade

10.4%

Education & Health Care

29.4%

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

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

14.3%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

93.1%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

92.4%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

94.5%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

100.7

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

129.8

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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