Katonah, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Katonah is a small town in New York with a population of 2,016. Residents earn $201,806 per year, which is 169% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,016 Population 2,762/sq mi density
$201,806 Median Income $67,276 per capita
$710,700 Home Value $1,058,171 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$201,806 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$710,700 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $201,806
169% higher than US avg
Home Value $710,700
152% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.5%
118% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.0%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,016
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density2,762/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A
Median Income$201,806
Per Capita$67,276
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$710,700
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,058,171

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.0%
Heart Disease3.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.3 in/yr
Elevation235 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.5%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute33 min
EV Stations5
Libraries45

Is Katonah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Katonah receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Katonah stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Katonah is $201,806, which is significantly higher than the national average — 169% above $75,149. This places Katonah among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Katonah is $710,700, making it a premium housing market at 152% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Katonah is a highly educated community — 73.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Katonah experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches, including 39.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Katonah has a population of 2,016 with a density of 2,762 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.7%).

Population

2,016
Total Population
2,762
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Katonah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.7%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.3%
29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Katonah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Katonah is $201,806, which is 169% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Katonah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$201,806
169% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,276
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)37,722
County GDP$120,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,631
Healthcare3,441
Retail3,365
Manufacturing485

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.5 min
Work from Home26.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Katonah is $710,700, 152% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,058,171.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$710,700
152% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,058,171

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% 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-Occupied72.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Katonah, 23.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.0% report depression. 14.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.0%
28% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease3.8%
High Blood Pressure22.7%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity14.8%
Depression18.0%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress8.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate79.1%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,441

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Katonah has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.3 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall39.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation235 ft (72 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density2,762/sq mi
Coordinates41.2551°N, 73.6852°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 73.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (118% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.9%
D 63.1%

Winner: Democrat by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.5%
118% above US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,762/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.5 min
Work from Home26.0%

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