Highest median household income, US cities · 2010
US cities ranked by median household income from the 2010 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. Scarsdale, New York leads at $237,135. 6,639 cities qualify in total. Cities with fewer than 5,000 residents are excluded. New York carries 5 of the top 25 entries.
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Frequently asked
Which city has the highest median household income?
Scarsdale, New York ranks #1 with $237,135 (2010 Decennial Census).
What are the top 5 cities by median household income?
Scarsdale, New York, Highland Park, Texas, Atherton, California, The Village of Indian Hill, Ohio, Cherry Hills, Colorado.
How many cities are in this ranking?
6,639 cities qualify after filtering for population minimums and data availability (minimum 5,000 residents). The ranking covers 2010 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, 2010 Decennial Census.