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Plandome Heights, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Plandome Heights is a small town in New York with a population of 936. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
936 Population 5,200/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $139,290 per capita
$1,496,300 Home Value
$3,250 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 1.9% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$1,496,300 home value, $3,250/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
83.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,496,300
431% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 83.1%
147% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,250
179% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 22.7%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population936
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density5,200/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$139,290
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute44 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,496,300
Rent$3,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units325
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity22.7%
Uninsured3.0%
Smoking5.2%
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+83.1%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+37.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute44 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries63

Is Plandome Heights a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plandome Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Plandome Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plandome Heights is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Plandome Heights among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plandome Heights is $1,496,300, making it a premium housing market at 431% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,250 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Plandome Heights is a highly educated community — 83.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Plandome Heights 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. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Plandome Heights has a population of 936 with a density of 5,200 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.9%).

Population

936
Total Population
5,200
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Plandome Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.3%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.7%
129% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Plandome Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plandome Heights is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Plandome Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$139,290
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.6 min
Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit24.6%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Plandome Heights is $1,496,300, 431% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,250 (179% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,496,300
431% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$801
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio113.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,250
179% above US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

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-Occupied96.4%
Housing Units325
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.04%
In Plandome Heights, 22.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.0% of residents lack health insurance. 5.2% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 15.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Plandome Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity22.7%
29% below US avg
Diabetes6.2%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure23.4%
Asthma8.7%
COPD2.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke1.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking5.2%
63% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity15.0%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress11.6%
Physical Distress7.7%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured3.0%
65% below US avg
Primary Care1:734
Dentists1:824
Mental Health1:259
Checkup Rate80.7%
Dental Visits76.1%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Plandome Heights has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density5,200/sq mi
Coordinates40.8021°N, 73.7049°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 83.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (147% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+83.1%
147% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+37.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,200/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.6 min
Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit24.6%
Work from Home16.8%

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