Thiells, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Thiells is a small town in New York with a population of 4,539. Residents earn $126,250 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,539 Population 2,494/sq mi density
$126,250 Median Income $55,304 per capita
$532,200 Home Value $725,490 Zillow
$1,739 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$126,250 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$532,200 home value, $1,739/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $126,250
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $532,200
89% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.6%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,739
50% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.0%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,539
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density2,494/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

A+
Median Income$126,250
Per Capita$55,304
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$24,442M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$532,200
Rent$1,739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$725,490

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.9%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.2 in/yr
Elevation275 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.6%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute29 min
Libraries18

Is Thiells a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thiells receives an overall livability score of 4.6 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. Thiells stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thiells is $126,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 68% above $75,149. This places Thiells among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thiells is $532,200, making it a premium housing market at 89% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,739 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Thiells experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Thiells has a population of 4,539 with a density of 2,494 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.7%), with 4.7% Black.

Population

4,539
Total Population
2,494
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Thiells vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.3%
3% below US avg
Spanish23.7%
77% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Thiells vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thiells is $126,250, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Thiells vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,250
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,304
Avg Weekly Wage$1,246
IRS Avg AGI$106,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,607
County GDP$24,442M

Business (County)

Restaurants835
Healthcare1,288
Retail1,295
Manufacturing219

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$14,358
310% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Thiells is $532,200, 89% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,739 (50% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $725,490.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$532,200
89% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$725,490
Median List Price$514,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$514,000
$/Sq Ft$361
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio99.7%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,739
50% 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-Occupied91.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$14,358
310% above US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Thiells, 28.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.9% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.0%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression16.9%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death5,423/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access95.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,288

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Thiells has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.2 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation275 ft (84 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density2,494/sq mi
Coordinates41.2044°N, 74.0127°W
County FIPS36087
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 43.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.6%
29% above US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,494/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,288
Restaurants835
Retail Stores1,295

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home9.5%

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