Median Income
$44,960
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$72,000
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
1.0%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$897
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
45.9%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.5%
164% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.1%
43% lower than US avg
How Harlem Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,050
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density2,905/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Economy
C+
Median Income$44,960
Per Capita$18,618
Unemployment9.5%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$140,506M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$72,000
Rent$897
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity45.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.3%
Heart Disease7.8%
Climate
Avg Temp74°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain55.2 in/yr
Elevation20 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+1.0%
High School+76.5%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute27 min
Libraries33
Is Harlem a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Harlem receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Harlem has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Harlem is $44,960, 40% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Harlem is $72,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $897 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
1.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Harlem has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Harlem has a population of 3,050 with a density of 2,905 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).
Population
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Harlem is $44,960, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,960 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,618 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,485 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $176,566 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.5% |
| 164% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.1% |
| 43% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 71,342 |
| County GDP | $140,506M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,308 |
| Healthcare | 6,801 |
| Retail | 5,605 |
| Manufacturing | 973 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 21.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Harlem is $72,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $897 (23% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $72,000 |
| 74% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $192,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $192,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $180 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 91.7% |
| Price Drops | 25.0% |
| Inventory | 4 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $897 |
| 23% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,778 |
| 351% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 21.91% |
In Harlem, 45.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.3% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Harlem vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 45.9% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 20.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 47.9% |
| Asthma | 13.3% |
| COPD | 10.2% |
| Stroke | 6.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 10.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 41.5% |
| Depression | 16.3% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 73.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,624/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,801 |
Crime Rates: Harlem vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 217 |
Safety Score
Harlem has an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
64°F Jan (18°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 74.3°F |
| 38% above US avg |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 55.2 inches |
| 45% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.0 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,905/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 26.7324°N, 80.9518°W |
| County FIPS | 12099 |