Manhasset Hills, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Manhasset Hills is a small town in New York with a population of 3,789. Residents earn $192,198 per year, which is 156% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,789 Population 6,422/sq mi density
$192,198 Median Income $64,124 per capita
$1,059,800 Home Value
$3,213 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$192,198 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$1,059,800 home value, $3,213/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $192,198
156% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,059,800
276% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.3%
79% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,213
176% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 20.3%
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,789
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density6,422/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 38%

Economy

A+
Median Income$192,198
Per Capita$64,124
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute33 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$1,059,800
Rent$3,213
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity20.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.2%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.3%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute33 min
Libraries63

Is Manhasset Hills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Manhasset Hills receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Manhasset Hills stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Manhasset Hills is $192,198, which is significantly higher than the national average — 156% above $75,149. This places Manhasset Hills among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Manhasset Hills is $1,059,800, making it a premium housing market at 276% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,213 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Manhasset Hills is a highly educated community — 60.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Manhasset Hills enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Manhasset Hills has a population of 3,789 with a density of 6,422 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

3,789
Total Population
6,422
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Manhasset Hills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only51.6%
34% below US avg
Spanish48.4%
261% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Manhasset Hills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Manhasset Hills is $192,198, which is 156% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Manhasset Hills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$192,198
156% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,124
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Manhasset Hills is $1,059,800, 276% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,213 (176% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,059,800
276% above US avg
Median List Price$1,249,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,249,000
$/Sq Ft$442
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,213
176% 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-Occupied89.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Manhasset Hills, 20.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Manhasset Hills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity20.3%
37% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma7.9%
COPD2.8%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression11.2%
Mental Distress11.6%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate80.7%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Manhasset Hills has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density6,422/sq mi
Coordinates40.7591°N, 73.6809°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 60.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.3%
79% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,422/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Work from Home15.5%

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