Median Income
$186,776
149% higher than US avg
Home Value
$866,000
207% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
68.9%
104% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.1%
75% lower than US avg
How Old Bethpage Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,179
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density1,482/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Economy
A+
Median Income$186,776
Per Capita$75,334
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute30 min
Housing
A
Home Value$866,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$970,196
Health
Obesity25.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease3.7%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation140 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+68.9%
High School+98.7%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute30 min
Libraries63
Is Old Bethpage a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Old Bethpage receives an overall livability score of 4.7 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. Old Bethpage stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Old Bethpage is $186,776, which is significantly higher than the national average — 149% above $75,149. This places Old Bethpage among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 3.1% 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 Old Bethpage is $866,000, making it a premium housing market at 207% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
Old Bethpage is a highly educated community — 68.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Old Bethpage 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.
Old Bethpage has a population of 6,179 with a density of 1,482 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.6%).
Population
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Old Bethpage vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.5% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.5% |
| 8% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Old Bethpage vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Old Bethpage is $186,776, which is 149% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
Income: Old Bethpage vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $186,776 |
| 149% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $75,334 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,489 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,155 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.1% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 56,397 |
| County GDP | $130,222M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Healthcare | 6,152 |
| Retail | 5,602 |
| Manufacturing | 820 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.80% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 19.5% |
The median home value in Old Bethpage is $866,000, 207% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $970,196.
Home Values
| Census Median | $866,000 |
| 207% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $970,196 |
| Median List Price | $1,074,999 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $1,074,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $581 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 5 |
Rental Costs
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.80% |
In Old Bethpage, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 16.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Old Bethpage vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 25.1% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.2% |
| Heart Disease | 3.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.2% |
| Asthma | 9.5% |
| COPD | 3.2% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 16.1% |
| Depression | 15.1% |
| Mental Distress | 13.2% |
| Physical Distress | 8.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,800/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
Crime Rates: Old Bethpage vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
Safety Score
Old Bethpage 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 Average | 53.5°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.3 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 140 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,482/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7508°N, 73.4584°W |
| County FIPS | 36059 |