Roslyn Estates, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Roslyn Estates is a small town in New York with a population of 1,536. Residents earn $250,001 per year, which is 233% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,536 Population 3,491/sq mi density
$250,001 Median Income $140,231 per capita
$1,818,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$250,001 median income, 0.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.6 / 5.0
$1,818,500 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
80.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $250,001
233% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,818,500
545% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 80.3%
138% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,536
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density3,491/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$250,001
Per Capita$140,231
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute45 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$1,818,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.1%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation238 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+80.3%
High School+98.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute45 min
Libraries63

Is Roslyn Estates a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roslyn Estates receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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, long commute times. Roslyn Estates stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roslyn Estates is $250,001, which is significantly higher than the national average — 233% above $75,149. This places Roslyn Estates among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roslyn Estates is $1,818,500, making it a premium housing market at 545% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Roslyn Estates is a highly educated community — 80.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Roslyn Estates 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.

Roslyn Estates has a population of 1,536 with a density of 3,491 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 (85%).

Population

1,536
Total Population
3,491
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Roslyn Estates vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.7%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.3%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Roslyn Estates vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roslyn Estates is $250,001, which is 233% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Roslyn Estates vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$250,001
233% above US avg
Per Capita Income$140,231
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% 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 Rate0.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.4 min
Work from Home13.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Roslyn Estates is $1,818,500, 545% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,818,500
545% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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

Owner-Occupied98.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate0.86%
In Roslyn Estates, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.1% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Roslyn Estates vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure25.0%
Asthma9.5%
COPD3.3%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression15.1%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress8.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Roslyn Estates 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation238 ft (73 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density3,491/sq mi
Coordinates40.7937°N, 73.6612°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 80.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (138% 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+80.3%
138% above US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,491/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.4 min
Work from Home13.3%

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