Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.1% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10,703 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 95,716 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 32,164 (10%) |
| Associates | 38,069 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 25,441 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 120,247 (37.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,565 ▲ 30% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $658,820 ▲ 136% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,721/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 184,074 |
| Vacant Units | 14,027 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Richmond County is located in New York and encompasses 14 ZIP codes. The county has an estimated population of 492,734 residents. With a median age of 40.4, it is a middle-aged county.
Richmond County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $99,565 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 10.8% is near the national average.
Housing in Richmond County is a premium housing market, with a median home value of $658,820 — more than double the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,721. Homeownership rates are high at 68.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Richmond County are majority White (56.58%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 45.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average.
Richmond County, NY is a middle-income area in New York. The 14 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10301 | Staten Island | 39,799 | $84,937 | $657,000 | $1,697 | 7.3% | 47.4% |
| 10302 | Staten Island | 19,693 | $76,089 | $586,300 | $1,800 | 8.3% | 40.6% |
| 10303 | Staten Island | 25,993 | $79,429 | $457,600 | $1,520 | 9.8% | 41.6% |
| 10304 | Staten Island | 45,843 | $71,506 | $659,900 | $1,516 | 4.5% | 39.7% |
| 10305 | Staten Island | 41,714 | $86,294 | $627,200 | $1,656 | 5.9% | 43.7% |
| 10306 | Staten Island | 57,249 | $97,746 | $675,400 | $1,743 | 7.6% | 41.6% |
| 10307 | Staten Island | 14,821 | $138,807 | $799,100 | $1,618 | 1.0% | 52.6% |
| 10308 | Staten Island | 29,996 | $122,654 | $648,800 | $1,729 | 5.3% | 49.7% |
| 10309 | Staten Island | 34,918 | $123,638 | $745,500 | $1,907 | 4.5% | 49.7% |
| 10310 | Staten Island | 25,824 | $106,118 | $623,300 | $1,638 | 4.0% | 40.5% |
| 10312 | Staten Island | 63,345 | $111,434 | $698,900 | $1,911 | 3.6% | 49.0% |
| 10314 | Staten Island | 93,539 | $104,655 | $665,500 | $1,726 | 4.8% | 45.8% |