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North Haven, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

North Haven is a small town in New York with a population of 953. Residents earn $181,250 per year, which is 141% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
953 Population 360/sq mi density
$181,250 Median Income $168,084 per capita
$1,773,800 Home Value
$2,722 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$181,250 median income, 1.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$1,773,800 home value, $2,722/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $181,250
141% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,773,800
529% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.4%
106% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,722
134% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.2%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population953
Median Age58.3 yrs
Density360/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$181,250
Per Capita$168,084
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$16,096M
Commute26 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,773,800
Rent$2,722
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units815
Rent Burden16.0%

Health

Obesity26.2%
Uninsured3.9%
Smoking7.1%
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.4%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+38.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute26 min
Broadband98.3%
Libraries20

Is North Haven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Haven receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. North Haven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Haven is $181,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 141% above $75,149. This places North Haven among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Haven is $1,773,800, making it a premium housing market at 529% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,722 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

North Haven is a highly educated community — 69.4% 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

North Haven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

North Haven has a population of 953 with a density of 360 people per square mile. The median age is 58.3 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.7%).

Population

953
Total Population
360
People / sq mi
58.3yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

North Haven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Haven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Haven is $181,250, which is 141% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: North Haven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$181,250
141% above US avg
Per Capita Income$168,084
Avg Weekly Wage$1,353
IRS Avg AGI$111,114

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,800
County GDP$16,096M

Business (County)

Restaurants485
Healthcare542
Retail655
Manufacturing215

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone49.3%
Public Transit10.6%
Work from Home31.2%

Walkability

The median home value in North Haven is $1,773,800, 529% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,722 (134% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,773,800
529% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,722
134% above US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

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-Occupied95.3%
Housing Units815
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Effective Rate0.46%
In North Haven, 26.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.9% of residents lack health insurance. 7.1% are current smokers. 17.2% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Haven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.2%
18% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.1%
49% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity16.1%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress13.7%
Physical Distress8.8%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Uninsured3.9%
55% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.9%
Dental Visits73.3%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities542
North Haven has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (6.9 km²)
Population Density360/sq mi
Coordinates41.0233°N, 72.3140°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS09130
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 69.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (106% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin. 98.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.4%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.4%
106% above US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+38.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density360/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.3%
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities542
Restaurants485
Retail Stores655

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone49.3%
Public Transit10.6%
Work from Home31.2%

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