CITY
Gilgo
New York · 148 residents · 5.019 sq mi
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The city has more than doubled in size since 2023, adding 83 residents. 74% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national rate of 36%. With a median age of 60.3, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. The poverty rate of 28.4% is well above the national figure.
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Older
median age 60.3
US median: 38.9
More educated
74% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 36%
Owner-heavy
100% owner-occupied
US average: 65%
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 2010 – 2024
2024148
Section 02
Income & economy
Households earning $100K+
61.4%
+22.1 ptssince 2023
from 39.3% in 2023
US average: 53.3%
Workforce by industry, 2024
Retail trade51.7%
Agriculture, forestry, fishing0%
Construction0%
Manufacturing0%
Wholesale trade0%
Transportation & warehousing0%
Information0%
Finance & insurance0%
Professional, scientific, technical0%
Education & health services0%
Arts, entertainment, food0%
Other services0%
Public administration0%
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Section 03
Housing
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Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2023
White, non-Hispanic100%(65)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score0%(0)
2024
White, non-Hispanic90.5%(134)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other9.5%(14)
Diversity Score21.4%(32)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
100.0%
Unchangedsince 2023
from 100.0% in 2023
US average: 89.6%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Gilgo, New York?
Gilgo, New York has about 148 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.
Is Gilgo, New York expensive?
In Gilgo, New York, the median home is worth about $441,200.
How educated are people in Gilgo, New York?
About 74.0% of adults age 25 and over in Gilgo, New York hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Gilgo, New York?
About 28.4% of people in Gilgo, New York live below the federal poverty line.
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