Ardsley, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Ardsley is a small city in New York with a population of 5,005. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,005 Population 3,792/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $94,850 per capita
$792,900 Home Value $991,277 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$792,900 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
75.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $792,900
181% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 75.8%
125% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.4%
36% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

How Ardsley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population5,005
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density3,792/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 62%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$94,850
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$792,900
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$991,277

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.6%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation304 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+75.8%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute34 min
Libraries45

Is Ardsley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ardsley receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Ardsley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ardsley is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Ardsley among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ardsley is $792,900, making it a premium housing market at 181% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Ardsley is a highly educated community — 75.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ardsley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ardsley has a population of 5,005 with a density of 3,792 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.4%), with 2% Black.

Population

5,005
Total Population
3,792
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ardsley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only74.9%
5% below US avg
Spanish25.1%
87% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ardsley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ardsley is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Ardsley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$94,850
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)37,722
County GDP$120,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,631
Healthcare3,441
Retail3,365
Manufacturing485

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.0 min
Work from Home27.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ardsley is $792,900, 181% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $991,277.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$792,900
181% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$991,277
Median List Price$785,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$785,000
$/Sq Ft$475
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate2.60%
In Ardsley, 20.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ardsley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.4%
36% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure22.0%
Asthma8.5%
COPD3.0%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression15.6%
Mental Distress12.3%
Physical Distress7.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,441

Crime Rates: Ardsley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Ardsley has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation304 ft (93 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density3,792/sq mi
Coordinates41.0135°N, 73.8393°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 75.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (125% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.9%
D 63.1%

Winner: Democrat by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+75.8%
125% above US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,792/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.0 min
Work from Home27.0%

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