Greenvale, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Greenvale is a small town in New York with a population of 1,095. Residents earn $105,114 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,095 Population 4,380/sq mi density
$105,114 Median Income $57,987 per capita
$674,600 Home Value $976,955 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$105,114 median income, 5.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$674,600 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,114
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $674,600
139% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.1%
108% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.3%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,095
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density4,380/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A
Median Income$105,114
Per Capita$57,987
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute38 min

Housing

B
Home Value$674,600
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$976,955

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression13.0%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation172 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.1%
High School+93.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute38 min
EV Stations1
Libraries63

Is Greenvale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenvale receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Greenvale stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenvale is $105,114, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Greenvale among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenvale is $674,600, making it a premium housing market at 139% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Greenvale is a highly educated community — 70.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenvale 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.

Greenvale has a population of 1,095 with a density of 4,380 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%).

Population

1,095
Total Population
4,380
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenvale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.5%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.5%
254% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenvale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenvale is $105,114, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Greenvale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,114
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenvale is $674,600, 139% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $976,955.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$674,600
139% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$976,955

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$625
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% 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-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Greenvale, 23.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 13.0% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.3%
27% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.3%
Asthma8.6%
COPD2.9%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression13.0%
Mental Distress12.0%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Greenvale 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

Elevation172 ft (52 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density4,380/sq mi
Coordinates40.8120°N, 73.6263°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 70.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (108% 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+70.1%
108% above US avg
High School+93.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,380/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Work from Home2.3%

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