East Hills, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

East Hills is a small city in New York with a population of 7,249. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,249 Population 3,179/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $126,808 per capita
$1,371,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 3.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$1,371,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,371,600
387% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 81.0%
140% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,249
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density3,179/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$126,808
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute47 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$1,371,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.8%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation214 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.0%
High School+97.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute47 min
Libraries63

Is East Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.5 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. East Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Hills is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places East Hills among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Hills is $1,371,600, making it a premium housing market at 387% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

East Hills is a highly educated community — 81.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

East Hills has a population of 7,249 with a density of 3,179 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%).

Population

7,249
Total Population
3,179
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

East Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Hills is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: East Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$126,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.9 min
Work from Home21.5%

Walkability

The median home value in East Hills is $1,371,600, 387% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,371,600
387% above US avg
Median List Price$1,849,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,849,000
$/Sq Ft$672
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio100.7%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory10

Rental Costs

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.14%
In East Hills, 24.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% report depression. 15.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.0%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity15.2%
Depression14.8%
Mental Distress12.7%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

East Hills has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation214 ft (65 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density3,179/sq mi
Coordinates40.7958°N, 73.6292°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 81.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (140% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+81.0%
140% above US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,179/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.9 min
Work from Home21.5%

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