Highest median household income, US cities · 2000
US cities ranked by median household income from the 2000 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Atherton, California leads at $200,001. 6,299 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. New York carries 6 of the top 25 entries.
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Frequently asked
Which city has the highest median household income?
Atherton, California ranks #1 with $200,001 (2000 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by median household income?
Atherton, California, Hillsborough, California, Cherry Hills, Colorado, Scarsdale, New York, Los Altos Hills, California.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,299 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2000 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, 2000 Decennial Census.