New York
Jefferson Heights is a small town in New York with a population of 1,193. Residents earn $77,813 per year, which is 4% above the national average.
Based on current data, Jefferson Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Jefferson Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Jefferson Heights is $77,813, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Jefferson Heights is $231,700, 18% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,403 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
23.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Jefferson Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 31.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 89.0% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.0% |
| 18% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $77,813 |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $30,477 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,082 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $93,498 |
| Unemployment | 1.2% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,212 |
| County GDP | $3,465M |
| Restaurants | 199 |
| Healthcare | 163 |
| Retail | 267 |
| Manufacturing | 83 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,790 |
| 208% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.66% |
| Commute Time | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |
| Census Median | $231,700 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $1,403 |
| 21% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,790 |
| 208% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.66% |
| Obesity | 32.6% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.8% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 22.2% |
| Mental Distress | 17.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,810/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 163 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 27°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.1 inches |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.0 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 181 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 806/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.2356°N, 73.8821°W |
| County FIPS | 36021 |
Winner: Democrat by 14.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.9% |
| 29% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 806/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 12 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 163 |
| Restaurants | 199 |
| Retail Stores | 267 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 18.9 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |