Holtsville, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Holtsville is a small city in New York with a population of 19,250. Residents earn $130,851 per year, which is 74% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
19,250 Population 2,707/sq mi density
$130,851 Median Income $50,444 per capita
$483,400 Home Value $625,767 Zillow
$2,192 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$130,851 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$483,400 home value, $2,192/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,851
74% higher than US avg
Home Value $483,400
71% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.1%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,192
88% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.8%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19,250
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density2,707/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A+
Median Income$130,851
Per Capita$50,444
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$483,400
Rent$2,192
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$625,767

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.8%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation96 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+89.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute32 min
Libraries63

Is Holtsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holtsville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Holtsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holtsville is $130,851, which is significantly higher than the national average — 74% above $75,149. This places Holtsville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holtsville is $483,400, making it a premium housing market at 71% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,192 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Holtsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Holtsville has a population of 19,250 with a density of 2,707 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 5.3% Black.

Population

19,250
Total Population
2,707
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Holtsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.6%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.4%
37% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Holtsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holtsville is $130,851, which is 74% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Holtsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,851
74% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,444
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% 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 Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Holtsville is $483,400, 71% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,192 (88% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $625,767.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$483,400
71% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$625,767
Median List Price$629,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$629,000
$/Sq Ft$317
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio104.7%
Price Drops13.3%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,192
88% 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-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Holtsville, 28.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.8%
10% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression17.8%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Holtsville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation96 ft (29 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.4 km²)
Population Density2,707/sq mi
Coordinates40.8124°N, 73.0447°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% 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+34.1%
1% above US avg
High School+89.8%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,707/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Work from Home6.4%

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