Yonkers, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 5/10
directions_run Walkability 6/10
directions_bus Transit 6/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 10/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Moderately Walkable. Some errands can be done on foot, but walking may be limited by distance, infrastructure, or availability of nearby amenities.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Sufficient Access. Public transportation is available but may have limitations in frequency, coverage, or convenience.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Education Hub. The area boasts numerous high-quality colleges and universities within close proximity, offering a wide range of academic opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
209,529 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$81,816 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$478,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,293 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,596 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.4% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 64% of residents leaning left and 31% leaning right.

Liberal (65%) (31%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 8 29
Feb 3 8 32
Mar 4 5 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 4 4 34

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

School 5
<1 miles, N · 1.4star
Paideia School 24
<1 miles, NW · 1.4star
School 17
<1 miles, S · 1star
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Colleges

Sarah Lawrence College
1 miles, SE · 1.9star
Concordia College-New York
2 miles, SE · 2.8star
Montefiore School of Nursing
3 miles, S · 5star
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Hospitals

St John's Riverside Hospital
2 miles, N · 3.2star
St Joseph's Medical Center
2 miles, W · 1.4star
Montefiore Medical Center
5 miles, SW · 1.4star
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Airports

Laguardia Airport
12 miles, SW · 4.6star
Westchester County Airport
12 miles, NE · 1.4star
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