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County overview

Broome County

New York - aging-in-place demographics, contractor density, and accessibility insights for Broome County.

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Broome County

Population
198,365
Age 65+
19.7%
Median age
39.7
Owner-occupied
64.8%
With disability
15.9%
Median home value
$139,200
Median income
$58,317
Residents 65+
39,154
How Broome County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+19.4%
% owner-occupied
0%
% with disability
+23.3%
Median household income
-22.4%
Median home value
-50.6%
Median age
+3.1%

Comparison computed from the latest American Community Survey 5-year estimates. A positive number means this county is higher than the national average; negative means lower.

Local Age At Home Pro's

Top-rated contractors in New York

Contractors serving Broome County and the broader New York region. Please verify they meet your licensing and insurance needs.

Aging-in-place in Broome County

Broome County is home to roughly 198,365 residents, of whom about 39,078 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 19.7%, well above the U.S. average. For families planning aging-in-place modifications here, that population density translates directly into a deep bench of local contractors familiar with the needs of older homeowners.

Roughly 64.8% of homes in Broome County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $139,200. That's an ownership rate close to the national average. Older homes in established neighborhoods can require careful planning for grab-bar anchoring, walk-in shower conversions, and doorway widening - all standard work for the aging-in-place specialists listed below.

About 15.9% of Broome County residents report a disability, a rate elevated relative to national levels. Demand for accessibility-focused remodelers - bathroom safety upgrades, non-slip flooring, ADA toilet installations, and lowered countertops - reflects that local population, not a one-size-fits-all national average.