New York · Metropolitan Area
Elmsford is a small city in New York with a population of 5,183. Residents earn $116,779 per year, which is 55% above the national average.
Based on current data, Elmsford receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Elmsford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Elmsford is $116,779, which is significantly higher than the national average — 55% above $75,149. This places Elmsford among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in Elmsford is $568,000, making it a premium housing market at 101% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,564 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Elmsford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 51.5% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 48.5% |
| 262% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $116,779 |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,681 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,814 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $188,224 |
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 37,722 |
| County GDP | $120,154M |
| Restaurants | 2,631 |
| Healthcare | 3,441 |
| Retail | 3,365 |
| Manufacturing | 485 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $20,623 |
| 489% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.63% |
| Commute Time | 22.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $568,000 |
| 101% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $672,973 |
| Median List Price | $590,000 |
| Median List Price | $590,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $359 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,564 |
| 120% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $2,854 |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $20,623 |
| 489% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.63% |
| Obesity | 25.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.9% |
| Asthma | 8.7% |
| COPD | 3.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 14.0% |
| Mental Distress | 13.4% |
| Physical Distress | 10.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.2% |
| Premature Death | 4,881/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,441 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.2 inches |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 32.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 271 ft (83 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,890/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0541°N, 73.8143°W |
| County FIPS | 36119 |
Winner: Democrat by 26.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 42.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,890/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 45 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 3,441 |
| Restaurants | 2,631 |
| Retail Stores | 3,365 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 36 |
| Avg Commute | 22.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |