New York · Metropolitan Area
North Massapequa is a small city in New York with a population of 18,037. Residents earn $142,274 per year, which is 89% above the national average.
Based on current data, North Massapequa receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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. North Massapequa stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in North Massapequa is $142,274, which is significantly higher than the national average — 89% above $75,149. This places North Massapequa among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
The median home value in North Massapequa is $609,100, making it a premium housing market at 116% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,253 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 47.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
North Massapequa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 88.6% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 11.4% |
| 15% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $142,274 |
| 89% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $60,710 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,489 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,155 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.7% |
| 70% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56,397 |
| County GDP | $130,222M |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Healthcare | 6,152 |
| Retail | 5,602 |
| Manufacturing | 820 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.56% |
| Commute Time | 32.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |
| Census Median | $609,100 |
| 116% above US avg | |
| Median List Price | $749,990 |
| Median List Price | $749,990 |
| $/Sq Ft | $517 |
| Homes Sold | 13 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.8% |
| Price Drops | 8.3% |
| Inventory | 12 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,253 |
| 94% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 95.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.56% |
| Obesity | 27.7% |
| 14% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.7% |
| Heart Disease | 4.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.6% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 4.0% |
| Stroke | 2.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.6% |
| Depression | 16.4% |
| Mental Distress | 15.0% |
| Physical Distress | 10.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.2% |
| Premature Death | 4,800/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Annual Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.3 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 53 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,032/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7030°N, 73.4691°W |
| County FIPS | 36059 |
Winner: Republican by 4.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 47.1% |
| 40% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 6,032/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.0 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 63 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Retail Stores | 5,602 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Avg Commute | 32.7 min |
| Work from Home | 14.2% |