Congers, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Congers is a small city in New York with a population of 7,923. Residents earn $141,413 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,923 Population 2,484/sq mi density
$141,413 Median Income $64,522 per capita
$575,700 Home Value $638,155 Zillow
$2,031 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$141,413 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$575,700 home value, $2,031/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $141,413
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $575,700
104% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.5%
65% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,031
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.6%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,923
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density2,484/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 69%

Economy

A+
Median Income$141,413
Per Capita$64,522
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute27 min

Housing

A
Home Value$575,700
Rent$2,031
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$638,155

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.1%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation161 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.5%
High School+93.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute27 min
Libraries45

Is Congers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Congers receives an overall livability score of 4.7 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. Congers stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Congers is $141,413, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Congers among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Congers is $575,700, making it a premium housing market at 104% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,031 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Congers is a highly educated community — 55.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Congers experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Congers has a population of 7,923 with a density of 2,484 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (69.4%).

Population

7,923
Total Population
2,484
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Congers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.4%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.6%
84% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Congers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Congers is $141,413, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Congers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$141,413
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,522
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% 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 Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Congers is $575,700, 104% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,031 (75% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $638,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$575,700
104% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$638,155
Median List Price$710,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$710,000
$/Sq Ft$258
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,031
75% 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-Occupied87.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In Congers, 25.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.1% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.6%
20% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression17.1%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Congers has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density2,484/sq mi
Coordinates41.1491°N, 73.9464°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% 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+55.5%
65% above US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,484/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Work from Home16.4%

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