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Hewlett Neck, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Hewlett Neck is a small town in New York with a population of 549. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
549 Population 2,745/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $98,163 per capita
$1,340,900 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$1,340,900 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,340,900
376% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 80.6%
139% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.0%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population549
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density2,745/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$98,163
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$143,131M
Commute37 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$1,340,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units174
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity25.0%
Uninsured3.1%
Smoking5.7%
Depression14.8%
Heart Disease3.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation8 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.6%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+48.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 62%
Commute37 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries64

Is Hewlett Neck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hewlett Neck receives an overall livability score of 4.5 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 Neck 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 Neck is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Hewlett Neck among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hewlett Neck is $1,340,900, making it a premium housing market at 376% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Hewlett Neck is a highly educated community — 80.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hewlett Neck 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 Neck has a population of 549 with a density of 2,745 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%).

Population

549
Total Population
2,745
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Hewlett Neck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.7%
16% below US avg
Spanish34.3%
156% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hewlett Neck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hewlett Neck is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Hewlett Neck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$98,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,302
IRS Avg AGI$62,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% 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 Rate0.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.9 min
Drive Alone51.3%
Public Transit15.1%
Work from Home26.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hewlett Neck is $1,340,900, 376% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,340,900
376% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$645
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio111.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied97.8%
Housing Units174
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,553
87% above US avg
Effective Rate0.49%
In Hewlett Neck, 25.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.1% of residents lack health insurance. 5.7% are current smokers. 14.8% report depression. 14.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.0%
22% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
Heart Disease3.4%
High Blood Pressure23.7%
Asthma9.4%
COPD2.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke1.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.7%
59% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity14.4%
Depression14.8%
Mental Distress12.5%
Physical Distress8.0%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured3.1%
64% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,697
Dentists1:1,343
Mental Health1:472
Checkup Rate80.3%
Dental Visits76.4%
Premature Death5,788/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access99.0%
Healthcare Facilities6,050
Hewlett Neck 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

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,745/sq mi
Coordinates40.6248°N, 73.6971°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 80.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (139% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.6-point margin. 100.0% 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+80.6%
139% above US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+48.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,745/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries64
Healthcare Facilities6,050
Restaurants5,697
Retail Stores7,392

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.9 min
Drive Alone51.3%
Public Transit15.1%
Work from Home26.5%

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