
New York
State in United States
New York has a land area of 47,111.3 square miles and a water area of 7,429.0 square miles. It is the 30th largest state by area. New York is bordered by Vermont, New Jersey, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island.
Population and People
Total Population
19,835,913Data from Census Bureau
Average Age
39.8 YearData from Census Bureau
Senior Population (65 years and older)
3,477,337Data from Census Bureau
Veterans
3.9%Data from Census Bureau
Income and Poverty
Median Household Income
$114,465Data from Census Bureau
Poverty
21.4%Data from Census Bureau
Employment and Labor Force
Total Eligible Employment Population
16,182,349Data from Census Bureau
Unemployed
5.5%Data from Census Bureau
Housing
Housing Units
7,652,666Data from Census Bureau
Median Gross Rent (in dollars)
$1,409Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: Less Than 30% Household Income
49.7%Data from Census Bureau
Gross Rent vs Percentage of Household Income: 30% or More of Household Income
50.3%Data from Census Bureau
Median Home Price (in dollars)
$368,800Data from Census Bureau
Renter Rate
3,413,629Data from Census Bureau
Homeownership Rate
4,239,037Data from Census Bureau
Health
Disabled
12.0%Data from Census Bureau
The Department of Housing and Urban Development is on its mission to provide decent and affordable housing to Americans with low-income. Within the United States there are 10 different geographical regions that HUD has been divided into. Depending on where your state is located you would be zoned to one of these Regional Offices. To find your Regional office: Affordable Housing411 Regional Office Page.
Within these Regional Offices zones there are 54 different Field Offices. Again, depending on your location you will be zoned to a particular Field Office. To Find Your Field Office visit: Affordable Housing411 Field Offices Page.
Lastly locally there are almost 4,000 Local Housing Authorities Offices. To find your local office visit: Affordable Housing411 Public Housing Authority Page
Each State or area can have different income limits and eligibility requirements. We recommend you contact your local housing authority for specific income guidelines.
The State of New York is located in New York Regional Office. Within New York there are . Throughout New York there are 162 Public Housing Authority Offices.
We at Affordable Housing 411, have gathered all the contact information for all of HUD’s Offices. We want to be an advocate for those in need of affordable housing.
CONTACT HUD: NEW YORK
For general questions about HUD or its programs, contact the HUD office nearest you. In New York, offices are located in New York City, Albany, and Buffalo.
For questions about FHA loans or programs, contact our FHA Resource Center:
- Find the answer online
- Email us
- Call toll-free (800) CALL-FHA (800-225-5342)
- TTY: (800) 877-8339
For questions about HUD rental programs, including Housing Choice (Section 8) Vouchers, contact our local Public and Indian Housing Information Resource Center:
FIELD OFFICES HUD: NEW YORK
REGIONAL OFFICE HUD: NEW YORK
TANF OFFICE HUD: NEW YORK
LIHEAP OFFICE HUD: NEW YORK
LIHWAP OFFICE HUD: NEW YORK
RENTAL HELP: NEW YORK
Subsidized Apartments
HUD helps apartment owners offer reduced rents to low-income tenants. To apply, contact or visit the management office of each apartment building that interests you. There are also several subsidized rental programs administered by New York State and New York City listed below. Click each link for additional information.
- Search for a HUD subsidized apartment
- Check the HUD Resource Locator
- Research listings in the New York State Affordable Housing Directory
- Register for online affordable housing lotteries in New York City
- Browse complete New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development lottery listings
- Browse complete New York City Housing Development Corporation rentals
- Browse complete New York State Housing Finance Agency lotteries and rentals
Please note that although many New York City subsidized housing lotteries are available via the www.nyc.gov/housingconnect website, the Department of Housing Preservation and Development, the New York City Housing Development Corporation, and the New York State Housing Finance Agency all have developments that require separate applications. It is necessary to check all listing sites above to access all available affordable housing opportunities.
Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
To apply for either type of help, visit your local Public Housing Agency (PHA).
- PHAs in New York
- Links to PHA websites
- Check the status of public housing waiting lists in New York (Note: this information is not maintained or verified by HUD)
- Check the status of Section 8 waiting lists (Note: this information is not maintained or verified by HUD)
Some PHAs have long waiting lists, so you may want to apply at more than one PHA. Your PHA can also give you a list of locations at which your voucher can be used.
Need advice?
HOMEOWNERSHIP: NEW YORK
Owning a home is a big part of the American Dream. Here are some resources that can help you buy, maintain and keep your home.
Getting Started
- Housing counseling agencies – free or low-cost counseling services for buying, renting, defaults, foreclosures, credit issues and reverse mortgages
- Education – learn about buying and maintaining your home
- Predatory lending – beware if you’re buying or refinancing your home; don’t become a victim of unfair lending practices
Buying a Home
- Assistance programs – resources and programs to help you buy and maintain your home
- HUD homes for sale
- Homeownership vouchers – some public housing agencies help you become a homeowner through the Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program
Owning and Maintaining Your Home
- Home repairs – money for home improvements and repairs
- Avoid foreclosure – don’t lose your home
- Make your home more energy efficient
Population by Age Range in New York
Age and Sex
39.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in New York

Age and Sex
39.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in New York
38.8 +/- 0.1
Median Age in United States
Population by Age Range in New York
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Older Population by Age Range in New York
Older Population
17.50 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in New York

Older Population
17.50 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in New York
16.8 +/- 0.1
65 Years and Older in United States
Older Population by Age in New York
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Veterans in New York
Veterans
3.90 +/- 0.1
Veterans in New York

Veterans
3.90 +/- 0.1
Veterans in New York
6.4 +/- 0.1
Veterans in United States
Veterans in New York
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Median Household Income in New York
Median Household Income
$74,314 +/- $613
Median Household Income in New York

Median Household Income
$74,314 +/- $613
Median Household Income in New York
$69,717 +/- $134
Median Household Income in United States
Median Household Income in New York
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Poverty in New York
Poverty
13.90 +/- 0.2
Poverty in New York

Poverty
13.90 +/- 0.2
Poverty in New York
12.8 +/- 0.1
Poverty in United States
Poverty in New York
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Educational Attainment in New York
Educational Attainment
39.90 +/- 0.3
Educational Attainment in New York

Educational Attainment
39.90 +/- 0.3
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in New York
35.0 +/- 0.1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher in United States
Educational Attainment in New York
Chart Survey/Program: 2022 ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles
Employment and Labor Force Status in New York
Employment rate
56.90% +/- 0.2%
Employment rate in New York

Employment rate
56.90% +/- 0.2%
Employment rate in New York
58.6% +/- 0.1%
Employment rate in United States
HUD MAILING LISTS: NEW YORK

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Region II Newsletter Stakeholder List The Listserv will function as Region II’s stakeholder list for a quarterly newsletter to communicate with all our stakeholders.
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Last Updated: August 23, 2023