Inwood, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Inwood is a small city in New York with a population of 11,964. Residents earn $79,500 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,964 Population 7,478/sq mi density
$79,500 Median Income $29,204 per capita
$610,600 Home Value $800,870 Zillow
$1,938 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$79,500 median income, 2.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$610,600 home value, $1,938/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,500
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $610,600
117% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,938
67% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,964
Median Age30.7 yrs
Density7,478/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 35%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,500
Per Capita$29,204
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$143,131M
Commute35 min

Housing

C
Home Value$610,600
Rent$1,938
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$800,870

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation5 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+73.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 62%
Commute35 min
EV Stations3
Libraries64

Is Inwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Inwood receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Inwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Inwood is $79,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Inwood is $610,600, making it a premium housing market at 117% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,938 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Inwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 25.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Inwood has a population of 11,964 with a density of 7,478 people per square mile. The median age is 30.7 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (34.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 16.8% Black.

Population

11,964
Total Population
7,478
People / sq mi
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Inwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only41.1%
48% below US avg
Spanish58.9%
340% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Inwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Inwood is $79,500, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Inwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,500
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,204
Avg Weekly Wage$1,302
IRS Avg AGI$62,302

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% 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
Effective Tax Rate1.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Inwood is $610,600, 117% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,938 (67% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $800,870.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$610,600
117% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$800,870
Median List Price$638,888

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$638,888
$/Sq Ft$430
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops11.1%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,938
67% 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-Occupied47.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,553
87% above US avg
Effective Rate1.07%
In Inwood, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.3% report depression. 37.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.4%
Physical Inactivity37.1%
Depression14.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death5,788/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Safety Score

Inwood 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5 ft (2 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density7,478/sq mi
Coordinates40.6213°N, 73.7570°W
County FIPS36081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.7%
D 62.3%

Winner: Democrat by 24.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+73.3%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,478/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries64
Healthcare Facilities6,050
Restaurants5,697
Retail Stores7,392

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)63

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Work from Home8.6%

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