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
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
30.7yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 41.1% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Spanish | 58.9% |
| 340% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 58,150 |
| County GDP | $143,131M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 5,697 |
| Healthcare | 6,050 |
| Retail | 7,392 |
| Manufacturing | 1,040 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,553 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.07% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.5 min |
| Work from Home | 8.6% |
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 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 Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.5% |
| Price Drops | 11.1% |
| Inventory | 9 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,553 |
| 87% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.07% |
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
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.6% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.1% |
| Depression | 14.3% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 15.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.6% |
| Premature Death | 5,788/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,050 |
Crime Rates: Inwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.3 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 25.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5 ft (2 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,478/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6213°N, 73.7570°W |
| County FIPS | 36081 |