What are the schools like in Cedarhurst, NY?

Cedarhurst is served primarily by LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.9:1.

What is the median household income in Cedarhurst?

The median household income in Cedarhurst, NY is $102,561 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Cedarhurst, NY?

Cedarhurst has an average high temperature of 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 25.9 inches.

Cedarhurst, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Cedarhurst, NY affordable or expensive?

Cedarhurst's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Cedarhurst is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $805,900 and the median rent is $2,106 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Cedarhurst, NY?

Cedarhurst has a violent crime rate of 133.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1044.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Cedarhurst, NY a Good Place to Live?

Cedarhurst is a small town of 7,307 in New York, with a median household income of $102,561 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Cedarhurst stands out for solid school ratings (A-), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Cedarhurst is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Cedarhurst city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Cedarhurst's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Cedarhurst costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Cedarhurst, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$805,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$2,106	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$102,561	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Cedarhurst's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — 65% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

133.0 /100k

Property Crime

1044.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Cedarhurst is served primarily by LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Cedarhurst, NY	National Avg
School District	LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	46.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Cedarhurst sees average highs of 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July, with 43.3 inches of annual precipitation and 25.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Cedarhurst, NY
Average High — January	39.5°F
Average High — July	83.6°F
Annual Precipitation	43.3"
Annual Snowfall	25.9"

Demographics

Metric	Cedarhurst, NY	National Avg
Population	7,307	—
Median Age	35.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.6%	18.9%
Asian	1.0%	6.3%
Under 18	29.4%	22.2%
65 and over	16.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Cedarhurst

Cedarhurst, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

11516

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cedarhurst, NY affordable or expensive?

Cedarhurst's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Cedarhurst roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $805,900 and median rent is $2,106/month.

What is the crime rate in Cedarhurst, NY?

Cedarhurst's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1044.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Cedarhurst?

Public schools in Cedarhurst are operated by LAWRENCE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.9:1. 46.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Cedarhurst, NY a good place to live?

Cedarhurst, NY has a population of 7,307, a median household income of $102,561, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Cedarhurst?

Cedarhurst averages 39.5°F in January and 83.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.3 inches with about 25.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Cedarhurst?

Cedarhurst, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 11516.

What is the population of Cedarhurst?

The population of Cedarhurst, New York is 7,307 with a median age of 35.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Cedarhurst?

Key numbers for living in Cedarhurst: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $805,900, median household income $102,561, crime index 41 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Cedarhurst side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.