Yorktown Heights, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,038 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
57.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$138,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$600,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,278 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,063 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Westchester County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Westchester County
2
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 11 27
Feb 3 10 30
Mar 4 6 37
Apr 4 2 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 4 0 64
Oct 5 0 52
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 4 7 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 44%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, NY State Senate District 40, NY Assembly District 94, NY
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Schools

Brookside School
1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Northern Westchester Hospital
6 miles, S • 2.3 star
Hudson Valley Hospital Center
6 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Four Winds
8 miles, SE
Putnam Hospital Center
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Westchester County Airport
14 miles, S • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
34 miles, SW • 4.6 star
John F Kennedy International Airport
44 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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