Living in University Gardens, New York
Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of University Gardens · Census data 2020–2024
University Gardens has 4,110 residents with a median age of 45.2. The median household income is $101,786 (18% higher than the New York median), the median home value is $794,500, the median rent is $1,846/month.
University Gardens at a glance
- Population
- 4,110
- Median age
- 45.2State: 39.8
- Median household income
- $101,786State: $85,974
- Median home value
- $794,500State: $423,800
- Median rent
- $1,846/moState: $1,621
- Homeowners
- 86.5%
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 57.2%
- Average commute
- 47 min
Is University Gardens a good place to live?
Pros: Median household income 18% higher than the New York median; unemployment of 6.2%; a poverty rate of 8.1%.
Cons: Home values 87% higher than the state median; an average commute of 47 minutes.
The weather is best in May–June and August–September.
Cost of living in University Gardens
Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In University Gardens the median home value is $794,500, 139% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of $1,846 per month, which is 32.8% of household income. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $3,051 a month in housing costs.
University Gardens median household income
The median household income in University Gardens is $101,786 and the income per person is $57,182. 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line (New York: 14%).
Housing in University Gardens: homes for sale and rent
- Housing units
- 1,639
- Owner-occupied
- 86.5%
- Renter-occupied
- 13.5%
- Vacant
- 7.9%Includes seasonal homes
- Median year built
- 1950
- Average household size
- 2.72
University Gardens demographics
- Population
- 4,110
- Median age
- 45.2
- Under 18
- 16.3%
- 65 and older
- 20.4%
- Households
- 1,510
- Foreign-born
- 36.1%
- Veterans
- 1.9%Adults 18+
Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of University Gardens ›
Education in University Gardens
57.2% of adults 25 and older in University Gardens have a bachelor's degree or higher (New York: 40.2%), and 30.2% have a graduate or professional degree.
Jobs and commute in University Gardens
- Unemployment rate
- 6.2%State: 6.4%
- Average commute
- 47 minState: 33 min
- Work from home
- 14.8%
- Drive alone
- 45.3%
- Public transit
- 28.5%
- Walk to work
- 0.5%
- Homes with broadband
- 97.5%
University Gardens vs nearby towns
| Town | Population | Median income | Home value | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Gardens | 4,110 | $101,786 | $794,500 | $1,846 |
| Russell Gardens | 1,078 | $242,083 | $1,528,400 | $2,161 |
| Great Neck Plaza | 7,593 | $92,474 | $416,100 | $2,446 |
| Great Neck Estates | 3,023 | $237,788 | $1,638,700 | $3,501 |
| Thomaston | 2,744 | $157,917 | $1,084,000 | $2,218 |
| Lake Success | 2,829 | $244,079 | $1,555,000 | $3,501 |
| Kensington | 1,189 | $220,625 | $1,550,500 | — |
| Harbor Hills | 458 | $149,107 | $1,698,900 | — |
| Saddle Rock Estates | 485 | $143,646 | $1,412,500 | — |
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What is the median household income in University Gardens, NY?
The median household income in University Gardens is $101,786, 18% higher than the New York median of $85,974 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
What is the average home price in University Gardens?
The median home value in University Gardens is $794,500, compared with $423,800 in New York.
How much is rent in University Gardens?
The median gross rent in University Gardens is $1,846 per month, about 32.8% of household income.
Is University Gardens, NY a good place to live?
Pluses: median household income 18% higher than the New York median; unemployment of 6.2%; a poverty rate of 8.1%. Minuses: home values 87% higher than the state median; an average commute of 47 minutes.
What is the median age in University Gardens?
The median age in University Gardens is 45.2 years (New York: 39.8).
How long is the commute in University Gardens?
The average commute to work in University Gardens is 47 minutes; 14.8% of workers work from home.
What is the unemployment rate in University Gardens?
The unemployment rate in University Gardens is 6.2% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).
How educated is University Gardens?
57.2% of adults in University Gardens have a bachelor's degree or higher.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.
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