Cedarhurst, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Cedarhurst is a small city in New York with a population of 7,306. Residents earn $98,958 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
7,306 Population 10,744/sq mi density
$98,958 Median Income $50,813 per capita
$815,800 Home Value $1,186,559 Zillow
$2,204 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$98,958 median income, 4.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$815,800 home value, $2,204/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $98,958
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $815,800
189% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.9%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,204
90% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.3%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,306
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density10,744/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A+
Median Income$98,958
Per Capita$50,813
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$143,131M
Commute29 min

Housing

C
Home Value$815,800
Rent$2,204
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,186,559

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation23 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.9%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 62%
Commute29 min
Libraries64

Is Cedarhurst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedarhurst receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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. Cedarhurst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedarhurst is $98,958, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Cedarhurst among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedarhurst is $815,800, making it a premium housing market at 189% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,204 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedarhurst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cedarhurst has a population of 7,306 with a density of 10,744 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.3%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

7,306
Total Population
10,744
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedarhurst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.2%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.8%
115% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedarhurst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedarhurst is $98,958, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cedarhurst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$98,958
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,813
Avg Weekly Wage$1,302
IRS Avg AGI$62,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)58,150
County GDP$143,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants5,697
Healthcare6,050
Retail7,392
Manufacturing1,040

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,553
87% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedarhurst is $815,800, 189% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,204 (90% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,186,559.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$815,800
189% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,186,559
Median List Price$1,774,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,774,500
$/Sq Ft$562
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,204
90% 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-Occupied64.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,553
87% above US avg
Effective Rate0.80%
In Cedarhurst, 29.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.3%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress15.3%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death5,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access99.0%
Healthcare Facilities6,050

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Safety Score

Cedarhurst has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density10,744/sq mi
Coordinates40.6252°N, 73.7278°W
County FIPS36081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.7%
D 62.3%

Winner: Democrat by 24.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.9%
42% above US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density10,744/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries64
Healthcare Facilities6,050
Restaurants5,697
Retail Stores7,392

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Work from Home8.8%

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