New York · Metropolitan Area
East Greenbush is a small city in New York with a population of 6,562. Residents earn $115,189 per year, which is 53% above the national average.
Based on current data, East Greenbush receives an overall livability score of 5.0 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. East Greenbush stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in East Greenbush is $115,189, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places East Greenbush among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in East Greenbush is $288,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,702 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 49.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
East Greenbush experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $115,189 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $63,236 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,515 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,866 |
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.9% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,500 |
| County GDP | $15,508M |
| Restaurants | 374 |
| Healthcare | 371 |
| Retail | 437 |
| Manufacturing | 102 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,520 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.61% |
| Commute Time | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.0% |
| Census Median | $288,400 |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Median List Price | $337,400 |
| Median List Price | $337,400 |
| $/Sq Ft | $190 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.1% |
| Price Drops | 20.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,702 |
| 46% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,711 |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,520 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.61% |
| Obesity | 27.3% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.5% |
| Asthma | 10.2% |
| COPD | 4.1% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.8% |
| Depression | 19.2% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 9.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,122/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 371 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.1 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 271 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,674/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5952°N, 73.7050°W |
| County FIPS | 36083 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 49.3% |
| 46% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 1,674/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 23 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 23 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 371 |
| Restaurants | 374 |
| Retail Stores | 437 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 19.2 min |
| Work from Home | 14.0% |