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Hewlett Bay Park, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hewlett Bay Park is a small town in New York with a population of 380. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
380 Population 1,118/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $194,384 per capita
$1,975,000 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$1,975,000 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
89.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,975,000
601% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 89.4%
165% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.2%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.3%
98% lower than US avg

How Hewlett Bay Park Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population380
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density1,118/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 67%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$194,384
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.3%
County GDP$143,131M
Commute46 min

Housing

C
Home Value$1,975,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity24.2%
Uninsured2.9%
Smoking5.6%
Depression14.8%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+89.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+51.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 62%
Commute46 min
Broadband98.1%
Libraries64

Is Hewlett Bay Park a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hewlett Bay Park is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Hewlett Bay Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hewlett Bay Park is $1,975,000, making it a premium housing market at 601% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Hewlett Bay Park is a highly educated community — 89.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hewlett Bay Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Hewlett Bay Park has a population of 380 with a density of 1,118 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.8%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

380
Total Population
1,118
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hewlett Bay Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.1%
1% below US avg
Spanish21.9%
63% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hewlett Bay Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hewlett Bay Park is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Hewlett Bay Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$194,384
Avg Weekly Wage$1,302
IRS Avg AGI$62,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.3%
98% below US avg
Establishments (County)58,150
County GDP$143,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants5,697
Healthcare6,050
Retail7,392
Manufacturing1,040

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,553
87% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.1 min
Drive Alone38.4%
Public Transit14.2%
Work from Home39.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hewlett Bay Park is $1,975,000, 601% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,975,000
601% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.3%

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-Occupied98.1%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,553
87% above US avg
Effective Rate0.33%
In Hewlett Bay Park, 24.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 2.9% of residents lack health insurance. 5.6% are current smokers. 14.8% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hewlett Bay Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.2%
25% below US avg
Diabetes6.0%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma9.3%
COPD2.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.6%
60% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity14.3%
Depression14.8%
Mental Distress12.4%
Physical Distress8.0%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.2%
Uninsured2.9%
66% below US avg
Checkup Rate80.2%
Dental Visits76.3%
Premature Death5,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access99.0%
Healthcare Facilities6,050
Hewlett Bay Park has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall25.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,118/sq mi
Coordinates40.6351°N, 73.6958°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 89.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (165% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.6-point margin. 98.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.7%
D 62.3%

Winner: Democrat by 24.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+89.4%
165% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+51.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,118/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.1%
Public Libraries64
Healthcare Facilities6,050
Restaurants5,697
Retail Stores7,392

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.1 min
Drive Alone38.4%
Public Transit14.2%
Work from Home39.7%

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