Chelsea Cove, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Chelsea Cove is a small town in New York with a population of 1,398. Residents earn $84,193 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,398 Population 9,320/sq mi density
$84,193 Median Income $29,675 per capita
$250,900 Home Value
$2,683 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,193 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$250,900 home value, $2,683/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,193
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $250,900
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $2,683
131% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,398
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density9,320/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,193
Per Capita$29,675
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$20,302M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$250,900
Rent$2,683
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Elevation330 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 53%
Commute33 min
Libraries25

Is Chelsea Cove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chelsea Cove receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Chelsea Cove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chelsea Cove is $84,193, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chelsea Cove is $250,900, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $2,683 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Chelsea Cove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches, including 57.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Chelsea Cove has a population of 1,398 with a density of 9,320 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54.2%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 27.6% Black.

Population

1,398
Total Population
9,320
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chelsea Cove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.4%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.6%
9% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chelsea Cove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chelsea Cove is $84,193, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Chelsea Cove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,193
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,675
Avg Weekly Wage$1,364
IRS Avg AGI$98,164

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,032
County GDP$20,302M

Business (County)

Restaurants828
Healthcare840
Retail1,059
Manufacturing198

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Chelsea Cove is $250,900, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,683 (131% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,900
11% below US avg
Median List Price$354,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$354,900
$/Sq Ft$191
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio87.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,683
131% 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-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,438
198% above US avg
Effective Rate4.16%
In Chelsea Cove, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Chelsea Cove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death6,546/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access76.4%
Healthcare Facilities840

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Chelsea Cove has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall57.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation330 ft (101 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density9,320/sq mi
Coordinates41.6132°N, 73.7470°W
County FIPS36027
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.3%
D 52.7%

Winner: Democrat by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density9,320/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities840
Restaurants828
Retail Stores1,059

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Work from Home12.2%

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