New York, NY
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Let’s start with the basics: New York, NY has a population of 8301314. What about cost of living in New York, NY? The median income in New York, NY is $78,477 and the median home value is $729,136.
Read on to learn more about New York, NY, and if you’d like some tips and advice for making your big move, check out our Make Your Move page, where you’ll find all kinds of stories and insights including How to Start Over in a New City, Tips for Getting to Know a New City Before You Move and so much more.
Weather in New York, NY
Average Temperatures
62 high / 48 low
Average Annual Rainfall
47 in
Average Annual Snowfall
25 in
Quick Facts about New York, New York
- Median Home Value
- $729,136
- Median Property Tax
- $3,007
- Total Population
- 8,301,314
- Average Commute
- 37 min
- Median Household Income
- $78,477
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1,582
Map of New York, NY
Experiences & Adventures in New York, NY
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Data used on Livability.com is provided from the most recent release (November 2025) by Applied Geographic Solutions (AGS). Our LivScore is calculated in partnership with AGS. Sales tax sources: Sales Tax Clearinghouse, Tax Foundation, and State Revenue Departments. Local rates are population-weighted to account for municipal variations.
