Sleepy Hollow, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Sleepy Hollow is a small city in New York with a population of 10,592. Residents earn $101,652 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
10,592 Population 4,729/sq mi density
$101,652 Median Income $60,695 per capita
$756,700 Home Value $975,432 Zillow
$1,836 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$101,652 median income, 3.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$756,700 home value, $1,836/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,652
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $756,700
168% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.4%
23% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,836
58% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,592
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density4,729/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 46%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,652
Per Capita$60,695
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute32 min

Housing

C
Home Value$756,700
Rent$1,836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$975,432

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation13 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.4%
High School+75.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute32 min
EV Stations4
Libraries45

Is Sleepy Hollow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sleepy Hollow receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Sleepy Hollow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sleepy Hollow is $101,652, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Sleepy Hollow among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sleepy Hollow is $756,700, making it a premium housing market at 168% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,836 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sleepy Hollow 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 51.2 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sleepy Hollow has a population of 10,592 with a density of 4,729 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 5% Black.

Population

10,592
Total Population
4,729
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sleepy Hollow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.5%
50% below US avg
Spanish60.5%
351% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sleepy Hollow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sleepy Hollow is $101,652, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Sleepy Hollow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,652
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,695
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)37,722
County GDP$120,154M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,631
Healthcare3,441
Retail3,365
Manufacturing485

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home19.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sleepy Hollow is $756,700, 168% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,836 (58% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $975,432.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$756,700
168% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$975,432
Median List Price$997,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$997,000
$/Sq Ft$881
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio102.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,836
58% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$4,331

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-Occupied34.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Sleepy Hollow, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.2% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sleepy Hollow vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma9.1%
COPD4.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression16.2%
Mental Distress15.0%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access99.7%
Healthcare Facilities3,441

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Sleepy Hollow 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 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall32.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density4,729/sq mi
Coordinates41.0975°N, 73.8696°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 26.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 36.9%
D 63.1%

Winner: Democrat by 26.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.4%
23% above US avg
High School+75.7%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,729/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home19.8%

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