North Massapequa, NY

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.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
18,037 Population 6,032/sq mi density
$142,274 Median Income $60,710 per capita
$609,100 Home Value
$2,253 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$142,274 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$609,100 home value, $2,253/mo rent
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $142,274
89% higher than US avg
Home Value $609,100
116% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.1%
40% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,253
94% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18,037
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density6,032/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$142,274
Per Capita$60,710
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$609,100
Rent$2,253
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation53 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.1%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute33 min
Libraries63

Is North Massapequa a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

North Massapequa has a population of 18,037 with a density of 6,032 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.2%).

Population

18,037
Total Population
6,032
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

North Massapequa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.6%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.4%
15% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Massapequa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Massapequa is $142,274, which is 89% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: North Massapequa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$142,274
89% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,710
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% 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 Rate2.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in North Massapequa is $609,100, 116% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,253 (94% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$609,100
116% above US avg
Median List Price$749,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$749,990
$/Sq Ft$517
Homes Sold13
Sale-to-List Ratio103.8%
Price Drops8.3%
Inventory12

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,253
94% 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-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate2.56%
In North Massapequa, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% report depression. 18.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.6%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress10.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate79.2%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

North Massapequa has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation53 ft (16 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density6,032/sq mi
Coordinates40.7030°N, 73.4691°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 47.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% 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+47.1%
40% above US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density6,032/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Work from Home14.2%

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