New York · Metropolitan Area
Glen Cove is a small city in New York with a population of 28,101. Residents earn $91,355 per year, which is 22% above the national average.
Based on current data, Glen Cove receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Glen Cove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Glen Cove is $91,355, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in Glen Cove is $654,500, making it a premium housing market at 132% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,349 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Glen Cove is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 22 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 356 per 100,000, 82% below the national average.
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Glen Cove 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.
| English Only | 60.7% |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 39.3% |
| 193% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $91,355 |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,801 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,489 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,155 |
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% |
| 20% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56,397 |
| County GDP | $130,222M |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Healthcare | 6,152 |
| Retail | 5,602 |
| Manufacturing | 820 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.38% |
| Commute Time | 30.3 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
| Census Median | $654,500 |
| 132% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $789,552 |
| Median List Price | $879,000 |
| Median List Price | $879,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $409 |
| Homes Sold | 9 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.5% |
| Price Drops | 9.1% |
| Inventory | 44 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,349 |
| 102% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $3,414 |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.38% |
| Obesity | 32.1% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.2% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.4% |
| Depression | 15.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 4,800/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Total Violent | 22.0/100K |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 22.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 356.1/100K |
| 82% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 69.8/100K |
| Theft | 264.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 22.0/100K |
| Arson | 3.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 18.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 68 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,219/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8848°N, 73.6448°W |
| County FIPS | 36059 |
Winner: Republican by 4.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.0% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,219/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 10 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 10 |
| Public Libraries | 63 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Retail Stores | 5,602 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Avg Commute | 30.3 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |