Tuckahoe, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Tuckahoe is a small city in New York with a population of 6,990. Residents earn $127,344 per year, which is 69% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,990 Population 1,717/sq mi density
$127,344 Median Income $68,198 per capita
$625,600 Home Value $850,471 Zillow
$2,092 Median Rent
51°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
$127,344 median income, 2.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$625,600 home value, $2,092/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $127,344
69% higher than US avg
Home Value $625,600
122% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.2%
70% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,092
80% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.6%
26% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,990
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,717/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 58%

Economy

A+
Median Income$127,344
Per Capita$68,198
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute40 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$625,600
Rent$2,092
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$850,471

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation22 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.2%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute40 min
EV Stations8
Libraries65

Is Tuckahoe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tuckahoe 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, long commute times. Tuckahoe stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tuckahoe is $127,344, which is significantly higher than the national average — 69% above $75,149. This places Tuckahoe among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tuckahoe is $625,600, making it a premium housing market at 122% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,092 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Tuckahoe is a highly educated community — 57.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Tuckahoe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 26.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Tuckahoe has a population of 6,990 with a density of 1,717 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.3%), with 5.2% Black.

Population

6,990
Total Population
1,717
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Tuckahoe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.7%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.3%
81% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tuckahoe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tuckahoe is $127,344, which is 69% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Tuckahoe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$127,344
69% above US avg
Per Capita Income$68,198
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,343
County GDP$139,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,024
Healthcare5,146
Retail6,106
Manufacturing1,670

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.7 min
Work from Home25.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Tuckahoe is $625,600, 122% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,092 (80% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $850,471.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$625,600
122% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$850,471
Median List Price$725,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$725,000
$/Sq Ft$685
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio108.6%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,092
80% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$4,400

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-Occupied42.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate2.03%
In Tuckahoe, 23.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.0% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.6%
26% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression16.0%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

Tuckahoe has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall26.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation22 ft (7 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density1,717/sq mi
Coordinates40.9035°N, 72.4355°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 57.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.2%
70% above US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,717/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.7 min
Work from Home25.6%

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