Chappaqua, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Chappaqua is a small town in New York with a population of 3,040. Residents earn $220,139 per year, which is 193% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,040 Population 3,341/sq mi density
$220,139 Median Income $118,315 per capita
$740,300 Home Value $1,400,422 Zillow
$2,500 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$220,139 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$740,300 home value, $2,500/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $220,139
193% higher than US avg
Home Value $740,300
163% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 81.4%
142% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,500
115% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.6%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,040
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density3,341/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A+
Median Income$220,139
Per Capita$118,315
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$740,300
Rent$2,500
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,400,422

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.7%
Heart Disease3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation498 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.4%
High School+98.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute41 min
EV Stations7
Libraries45

Is Chappaqua a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chappaqua receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Chappaqua stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chappaqua is $220,139, which is significantly higher than the national average — 193% above $75,149. This places Chappaqua among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chappaqua is $740,300, making it a premium housing market at 163% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Chappaqua is a highly educated community — 81.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Chappaqua experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Chappaqua has a population of 3,040 with a density of 3,341 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.8%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

3,040
Total Population
3,341
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Chappaqua vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.9%
3% below US avg
Spanish24.1%
80% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chappaqua vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chappaqua is $220,139, which is 193% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Chappaqua vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$220,139
193% above US avg
Per Capita Income$118,315
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.4 min
Work from Home26.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chappaqua is $740,300, 163% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,500 (115% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,400,422.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$740,300
163% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,400,422

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,500
115% 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-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Chappaqua, 19.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% report depression. 13.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.6%
39% below US avg
Diabetes6.1%
Heart Disease3.4%
High Blood Pressure21.1%
Asthma8.5%
COPD2.6%
Stroke1.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity13.1%
Depression15.7%
Mental Distress11.7%
Physical Distress7.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Chappaqua has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation498 ft (152 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density3,341/sq mi
Coordinates41.1559°N, 73.7683°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 81.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (142% 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+81.4%
142% above US avg
High School+98.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,341/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.4 min
Work from Home26.4%

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