Harris Hill, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Harris Hill is a small city in New York with a population of 5,853. Residents earn $96,563 per year, which is 28% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,853 Population 1,449/sq mi density
$96,563 Median Income $47,946 per capita
$305,400 Home Value
$1,634 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$96,563 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$305,400 home value, $1,634/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,563
28% higher than US avg
Home Value $305,400
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.6%
65% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,634
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.7%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,853
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,449/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$96,563
Per Capita$47,946
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$81,132M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$305,400
Rent$1,634
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain40.7 in/yr
Elevation702 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.6%
High School+97.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 55%
Commute19 min
Libraries39

Is Harris Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harris Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.9 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. Harris 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 Harris Hill is $96,563, 28% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harris Hill is $305,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,634 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Harris Hill is a highly educated community — 55.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Harris Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.7 inches, including 95.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Harris Hill has a population of 5,853 with a density of 1,449 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

5,853
Total Population
1,449
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Harris Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Harris Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harris Hill is $96,563, which is 28% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Harris Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,563
28% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,946
Avg Weekly Wage$1,288
IRS Avg AGI$78,365

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)25,097
County GDP$81,132M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,341
Healthcare2,652
Retail3,140
Manufacturing914

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Harris Hill is $305,400, 8% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,634 (40% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$305,400
8% above US avg
Median List Price$479,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$479,450
$/Sq Ft$240
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,634
40% 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-Occupied69.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,093
131% above US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Harris Hill, 28.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.7%
11% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression20.9%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate81.2%
Premature Death8,238/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access97.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,652

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Harris Hill has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.7 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall95.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density1,449/sq mi
Coordinates42.9730°N, 78.6793°W
County FIPS36029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 54.8%

Winner: Democrat by 9.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+55.6%
65% above US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,449/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries39
Healthcare Facilities2,652
Restaurants2,341
Retail Stores3,140

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home15.6%

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