Bellerose, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Bellerose is a small town in New York with a population of 1,085. Residents earn $229,107 per year, which is 205% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,085 Population 8,346/sq mi density
$229,107 Median Income $72,646 per capita
$862,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$229,107 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$862,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $229,107
205% higher than US avg
Home Value $862,600
206% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.8%
107% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,085
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density8,346/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 72%

Economy

A+
Median Income$229,107
Per Capita$72,646
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$862,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation82 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.8%
High School+97.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute39 min
EV Stations1
Libraries63

Is Bellerose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellerose 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, long commute times. Bellerose stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellerose is $229,107, which is significantly higher than the national average — 205% above $75,149. This places Bellerose among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellerose is $862,600, making it a premium housing market at 206% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Bellerose is a highly educated community — 69.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellerose enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Bellerose has a population of 1,085 with a density of 8,346 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.3%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

1,085
Total Population
8,346
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellerose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.3%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.7%
62% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellerose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellerose is $229,107, which is 205% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Bellerose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$229,107
205% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,646
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.2 min
Work from Home16.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellerose is $862,600, 206% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$862,600
206% above US avg
Median List Price$1,088,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,088,000
$/Sq Ft$550
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.1%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

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-Occupied98.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Bellerose, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression16.3%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Bellerose has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density8,346/sq mi
Coordinates40.7243°N, 73.7167°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 69.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (107% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.8%
107% above US avg
High School+97.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density8,346/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.2 min
Work from Home16.3%

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