Upper Nyack, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Upper Nyack is a small town in New York with a population of 2,072. Residents earn $181,364 per year, which is 141% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,072 Population 1,685/sq mi density
$181,364 Median Income $80,730 per capita
$681,000 Home Value
$2,262 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$181,364 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$681,000 home value, $2,262/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
71.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $181,364
141% higher than US avg
Home Value $681,000
142% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 71.1%
111% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,262
94% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.7%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,072
Median Age49.7 yrs
Density1,685/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 73%

Economy

A+
Median Income$181,364
Per Capita$80,730
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$120,154M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$681,000
Rent$2,262
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

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

Education

A+
Bachelor's+71.1%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 63%
Commute41 min
Libraries45

Is Upper Nyack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Upper Nyack receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. 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, long commute times. Upper Nyack stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Upper Nyack is $181,364, which is significantly higher than the national average — 141% above $75,149. This places Upper Nyack among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Upper Nyack is $681,000, making it a premium housing market at 142% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,262 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Upper Nyack is a highly educated community — 71.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Upper Nyack 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.

Upper Nyack has a population of 2,072 with a density of 1,685 people per square mile. The median age is 49.7 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.4%), with 11.8% Black.

Population

2,072
Total Population
1,685
People / sq mi
49.7yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Upper Nyack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Upper Nyack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Upper Nyack is $181,364, which is 141% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Upper Nyack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$181,364
141% above US avg
Per Capita Income$80,730
Avg Weekly Wage$1,814
IRS Avg AGI$188,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% 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 Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.8 min
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Upper Nyack is $681,000, 142% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,262 (94% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$681,000
142% above US avg
Median List Price$1,194,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,194,950
$/Sq Ft$279
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,262
94% 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-Occupied96.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$20,623
489% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Upper Nyack, 26.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 19.2% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Upper Nyack vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.7%
17% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.1%
Asthma10.4%
COPD3.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death4,881/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Safety Score

Upper Nyack 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

Area1.2 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density1,685/sq mi
Coordinates41.1210°N, 73.9108°W
County FIPS36119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 71.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (111% 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+71.1%
111% above US avg
High School+97.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,685/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries45
Healthcare Facilities3,441
Restaurants2,631
Retail Stores3,365

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)36

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.8 min
Work from Home31.0%

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