Lowest median household income, US cities · 2000
US cities with the lowest median household income in the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. New Square, New York leads at $12,162. 6,299 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. Texas carries 6 of the top 25 entries.
Flip the list · Highest median household income, US cities →UPDATED 2026-06-02 · DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR ESTIMATES
Frequently asked
Which city has the lowest median household income?
New Square, New York ranks #1 with $12,162 (2000 American Community Survey).
What are the top 5 cities by median household income?
New Square, New York, Ville Platte, Louisiana, Kaser, New York, Opelousas, Louisiana, Florida City, Florida.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,299 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2000 ACS 5-year data.
How is median household income measured?
Median income of all households, as reported each year (nominal dollars, not inflation adjusted). Source: US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2000).