Mill Neck, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Mill Neck is a small town in New York with a population of 1,245. Residents earn $225,000 per year, which is 199% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,245 Population 475/sq mi density
$225,000 Median Income $136,979 per capita
$1,402,400 Home Value $2,082,193 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$225,000 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$1,402,400 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
76.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $225,000
199% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,402,400
397% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 76.2%
126% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.3%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,245
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$225,000
Per Capita$136,979
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute33 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,402,400
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,082,193

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation84 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+76.2%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute33 min
Libraries63

Is Mill Neck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mill Neck receives an overall livability score of 4.3 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. Mill Neck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mill Neck is $225,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 199% above $75,149. This places Mill Neck among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.3% 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 Mill Neck is $1,402,400, making it a premium housing market at 397% 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. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Mill Neck is a highly educated community — 76.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Mill Neck 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.

Mill Neck has a population of 1,245 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%).

Population

1,245
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Mill Neck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.0%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.0%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Mill Neck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mill Neck is $225,000, which is 199% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Mill Neck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$225,000
199% above US avg
Per Capita Income$136,979
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% 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 Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.2 min
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mill Neck is $1,402,400, 397% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,082,193.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,402,400
397% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,082,193
Median List Price$3,499,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$3,499,000
$/Sq Ft$700
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

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-Occupied87.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Mill Neck, 26.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 17.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mill Neck vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.3%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure24.8%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity17.0%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Mill Neck 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

Elevation84 ft (26 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates40.8821°N, 73.5590°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 76.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (126% 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+76.2%
126% above US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density475/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.2 min
Work from Home14.4%

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