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Washington Heights, NY
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Washington Heights, NY
At a Glance
How Washington Heights Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Washington Heights's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Washington Heights a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Washington Heights residents earn a median household income of $78,663 , which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,466. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 11,900 business establishments, including 1,008 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Washington Heights is $365,400 , 30% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $396,305. Median rent is $2,222/month, with 22.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1989.
Safety & Crime
Washington Heights reports 440 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 16% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,989/100K.
Education
27.8% of adults in Washington Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 89.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Washington Heights has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.