Tarrytown, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Tarrytown is a small city in New York with a population of 11,752. Residents earn $109,732 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
11,752 Population 3,997/sq mi density
$109,732 Median Income $77,646 per capita
$639,700 Home Value $828,453 Zillow
$2,065 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$109,732 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$639,700 home value, $2,065/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,732
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $639,700
127% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.4%
85% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,065
78% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.0%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,752
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density3,997/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,732
Per Capita$77,646
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute32 min

Housing

B
Home Value$639,700
Rent$2,065
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$828,453

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.4%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation66 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.4%
High School+95.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute32 min
EV Stations14
Libraries45

Is Tarrytown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tarrytown 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Tarrytown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tarrytown is $109,732, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places Tarrytown among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% 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 Tarrytown is $639,700, making it a premium housing market at 127% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,065 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Tarrytown is a highly educated community — 62.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Tarrytown 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.

Tarrytown has a population of 11,752 with a density of 3,997 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 3.7% Black.

Population

11,752
Total Population
3,997
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tarrytown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only72.1%
8% below US avg
Spanish27.9%
108% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tarrytown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tarrytown is $109,732, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Tarrytown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,732
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$77,646
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% 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 Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Tarrytown is $639,700, 127% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,065 (78% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $828,453.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$639,700
127% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$828,453
Median List Price$1,050,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,050,000
$/Sq Ft$535
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio102.8%
Price Drops9.1%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,065
78% above US avg

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-Occupied60.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
In Tarrytown, 24.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.4% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tarrytown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.0%
25% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure23.8%
Asthma9.0%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression16.4%
Mental Distress13.3%
Physical Distress9.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Tarrytown 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

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density3,997/sq mi
Coordinates41.0652°N, 73.8663°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% 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+62.4%
85% above US avg
High School+95.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,997/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations14
Alt Fuel Stations14
Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Work from Home20.5%

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