Highest median household income, US cities · 1990
US cities ranked by median household income from the 1990 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Kings Point, New York leads at $140,838. 6,058 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. California carries 6 of the top 25 entries.
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Frequently asked
Which city has the highest median household income?
Kings Point, New York ranks #1 with $140,838 (1990 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by median household income?
Kings Point, New York, Old Westbury, New York, The Village of Indian Hill, Ohio, Atherton, California, Blackhawk, California.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,058 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 1990 Decennial Census data.
How is median household income measured?
Median income of all households, as reported each year (nominal dollars, not inflation adjusted). Source: US Census Bureau, 1990 Decennial Census.