New York · Metropolitan Area
Old Westbury is a small town in New York with a population of 4,320. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.
Based on current data, Old Westbury receives an overall livability score of 4.0 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 Westbury stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Old Westbury is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Old Westbury among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% 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 Old Westbury is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Old Westbury is a highly educated community — 75.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Old Westbury enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 69.1% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 30.9% |
| 131% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $250,001 |
| 233% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $107,088 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,489 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,155 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% |
| 71% 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 | 0.78% |
| Commute Time | 32.9 min |
| Work from Home | 21.9% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $2,836,531 |
| Census Median Rent | $3,501 |
| 201% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 93.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.78% |
| Obesity | 24.5% |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.3% |
| Heart Disease | 3.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.4% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 3.1% |
| Stroke | 1.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.5% |
| Depression | 13.4% |
| Mental Distress | 13.1% |
| Physical Distress | 8.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 81.0% |
| 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 | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 45.3 inches |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 18.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 182 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 8.6 sq mi (22.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 504/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7865°N, 73.5975°W |
| County FIPS | 36059 |
Winner: Republican by 4.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 75.0% |
| 123% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 504/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 63 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Retail Stores | 5,602 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Avg Commute | 32.9 min |
| Work from Home | 21.9% |