Flower Hill, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Flower Hill is a small town in New York with a population of 4,793. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
4,793 Population 2,977/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $127,806 per capita
$1,849,800 Home Value
$2,284 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 2.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$1,849,800 home value, $2,284/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,849,800
556% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.6%
148% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,284
96% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.9%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,793
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density2,977/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$127,806
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute45 min

Housing

C
Home Value$1,849,800
Rent$2,284
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression13.7%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation171 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.6%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute45 min
Libraries63

Is Flower Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Flower Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.2 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. Flower Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Flower Hill is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Flower Hill among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Flower Hill is $1,849,800, making it a premium housing market at 556% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,284 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Flower Hill is a highly educated community — 83.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Flower Hill 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.

Flower Hill has a population of 4,793 with a density of 2,977 people per square mile. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.2%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

4,793
Total Population
2,977
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Flower Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Flower Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Flower Hill is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Flower Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$127,806
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% 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 Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.6 min
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Flower Hill is $1,849,800, 556% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,284 (96% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,849,800
556% above US avg
Median List Price$1,480,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,480,000
$/Sq Ft$969
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio84.6%
Price Drops7.7%
Inventory13

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,284
96% 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-Occupied93.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In Flower Hill, 22.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Flower Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.9%
29% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure23.4%
Asthma8.9%
COPD2.7%
Stroke1.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity15.1%
Depression13.7%
Mental Distress11.9%
Physical Distress7.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Flower Hill 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

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density2,977/sq mi
Coordinates40.8075°N, 73.6756°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 83.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (148% 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+83.6%
148% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,977/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.6 min
Work from Home11.9%

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