Woodbury, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Woodbury is a small city in New York with a population of 11,437. Residents earn $141,607 per year, which is 88% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11,437 Population 2,283/sq mi density
$141,607 Median Income $49,179 per capita
$417,700 Home Value $1,435,011 Zillow
$1,976 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$141,607 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$417,700 home value, $1,976/mo rent
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $141,607
88% higher than US avg
Home Value $417,700
48% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.2%
37% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,976
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,437
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density2,283/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 64%

Economy

A
Median Income$141,607
Per Capita$49,179
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$417,700
Rent$1,976
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,435,011

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity28.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.5%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation239 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.2%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute46 min
EV Stations5
Libraries63

Is Woodbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodbury receives an overall livability score of 4.7 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, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Woodbury stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodbury is $141,607, which is significantly higher than the national average — 88% above $75,149. This places Woodbury among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodbury is $417,700, 48% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,976 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Woodbury has a population of 11,437 with a density of 2,283 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.8%), with 12.9% Black.

Population

11,437
Total Population
2,283
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.0%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.0%
64% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodbury is $141,607, which is 88% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Woodbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$141,607
88% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,179
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.7 min
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodbury is $417,700, 48% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,976 (70% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,435,011.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,700
48% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,435,011
Median List Price$1,149,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,149,000
$/Sq Ft$514
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio103.9%
Price Drops15.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,976
70% 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-Occupied93.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In Woodbury, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression14.5%
Mental Distress14.8%
Physical Distress10.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Woodbury has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation239 ft (73 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density2,283/sq mi
Coordinates40.8202°N, 73.4725°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.2%
37% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,283/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.7 min
Work from Home8.2%

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