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County overview

Ulster County

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

Census ACS 5-year estimates

Who lives in Ulster County

Population
182,153
Age 65+
20.5%
Median age
44.2
Owner-occupied
69.2%
With disability
14.5%
Median home value
$288,400
Median income
$77,197
Residents 65+
37,270
How Ulster County compares

vs. the U.S. average

% age 65+
+24.2%
% owner-occupied
+6.8%
% with disability
+12.4%
Median household income
+2.7%
Median home value
+2.3%
Median age
+14.8%

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

Aging-in-place in Ulster County

Ulster County is home to roughly 182,153 residents, of whom about 37,341 are age 65 or older - a senior share of 20.5%, 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 69.2% of homes in Ulster County are owner-occupied at a median home value of $288,400. 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 14.5% of Ulster 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.