Larchmont, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Larchmont is a small city in New York with a population of 6,542. Residents earn $160,526 per year, which is 114% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
6,542 Population 5,947/sq mi density
$160,526 Median Income $120,111 per capita
$1,384,700 Home Value $1,627,929 Zillow
$1,990 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$160,526 median income, 7.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$1,384,700 home value, $1,990/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $160,526
114% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,384,700
391% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.3%
147% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,990
71% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.6%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,542
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density5,947/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$160,526
Per Capita$120,111
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$58,323M
Commute44 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,384,700
Rent$1,990
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,627,929

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity22.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Elevation60 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.3%
High School+99.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 27% / D 73%
Commute44 min
EV Stations6
Libraries35

Is Larchmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Larchmont receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Larchmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Larchmont is $160,526, which is significantly higher than the national average — 114% above $75,149. This places Larchmont among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Larchmont is $1,384,700, making it a premium housing market at 391% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,990 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Larchmont is a highly educated community — 83.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Larchmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Larchmont has a population of 6,542 with a density of 5,947 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

6,542
Total Population
5,947
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Larchmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.0%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.0%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Larchmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Larchmont is $160,526, which is 114% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Larchmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$160,526
114% above US avg
Per Capita Income$120,111
Avg Weekly Wage$1,359
IRS Avg AGI$44,173

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,374
County GDP$58,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,968
Healthcare2,710
Retail3,923
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,451
56% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.5 min
Work from Home29.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Larchmont is $1,384,700, 391% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,990 (71% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,627,929.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,384,700
391% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,627,929
Median List Price$1,299,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,299,000
$/Sq Ft$350
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,990
71% 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-Occupied69.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,451
56% above US avg
Effective Rate0.39%
In Larchmont, 22.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.4% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.6%
30% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure23.0%
Asthma9.1%
COPD3.3%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity14.3%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress12.8%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death9,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access99.9%
Healthcare Facilities2,710

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)53

Safety Score

Larchmont has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation60 ft (18 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density5,947/sq mi
Coordinates40.9260°N, 73.7520°W
County FIPS36005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 83.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (147% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 45.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 27.3%
D 72.7%

Winner: Democrat by 45.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+83.3%
147% above US avg
High School+99.4%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,947/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries35
Healthcare Facilities2,710
Restaurants1,968
Retail Stores3,923

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)53

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.5 min
Work from Home29.2%

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