Northport, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Northport is a small city in New York with a population of 7,320. Residents earn $141,378 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,320 Population 3,183/sq mi density
$141,378 Median Income $85,672 per capita
$708,400 Home Value $872,033 Zillow
$2,070 Median Rent
53°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
$141,378 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$708,400 home value, $2,070/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $141,378
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $708,400
151% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.9%
99% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,070
78% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,320
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density3,183/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$141,378
Per Capita$85,672
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute30 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$708,400
Rent$2,070
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$872,033

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation154 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.9%
High School+99.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute30 min
EV Stations5
Libraries63

Is Northport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Northport 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. Northport stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Northport is $141,378, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Northport among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Northport is $708,400, making it a premium housing market at 151% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,070 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Northport is a highly educated community — 66.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Northport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Northport has a population of 7,320 with a density of 3,183 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%).

Population

7,320
Total Population
3,183
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Northport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Northport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Northport is $141,378, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Northport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$141,378
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$85,672
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% 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 Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Northport is $708,400, 151% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,070 (78% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $872,033.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$708,400
151% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$872,033
Median List Price$1,424,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,424,500
$/Sq Ft$515
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,070
78% 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-Occupied83.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate2.20%
In Northport, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Northport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity16.4%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Northport has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density3,183/sq mi
Coordinates40.9040°N, 73.3450°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 66.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (99% 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+66.9%
99% above US avg
High School+99.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,183/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Work from Home14.2%

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