Elmsford, NY

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.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
5,183 Population 4,890/sq mi density
$116,779 Median Income $47,681 per capita
$568,000 Home Value $672,973 Zillow
$2,564 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$116,779 median income, 3.7% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$568,000 home value, $2,564/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,779
55% higher than US avg
Home Value $568,000
101% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,564
120% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.9%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,183
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density4,890/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 34%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,779
Per Capita$47,681
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute22 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$568,000
Rent$2,564
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$672,973

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation271 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute22 min
EV Stations2
Libraries45

Is Elmsford a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Elmsford has a population of 5,183 with a density of 4,890 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 15.7% Black.

Population

5,183
Total Population
4,890
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.4%
Female 56.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Elmsford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.5%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.5%
262% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Elmsford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elmsford is $116,779, which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Elmsford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,779
55% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,681
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% 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 Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Elmsford is $568,000, 101% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,564 (120% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $672,973.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$568,000
101% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$672,973
Median List Price$590,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$590,000
$/Sq Ft$359
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,564
120% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,854

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-Occupied57.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Elmsford, 25.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.9%
19% below US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.9%
Asthma8.7%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression14.0%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Checkup Rate78.2%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Elmsford has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density4,890/sq mi
Coordinates41.0541°N, 73.8143°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% 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+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,890/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home4.4%

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