A DRIVE AROUND TOWN
Driving Yonkers New York 4K
A recorded driving tour in Yonkers, shared by NY Best DJ. This is not a live camera.
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Relocation guide
Moving to Yonkers
What it costs, what the weather is like, schools, outdoors and the honest pros and cons, from public data.
Population
209,529
Median age 39
Median household income
$81,816
Median rent
$1,730/mo
Median home value
$478,000
Schools
54
3 districts
Summer high / winter low
86° / 23°
Pros
- Mild weather in May, August, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F.
- 50 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city.
- 35 national forests, lakes and recreation areas within reach.
Cons
- Homes cost 58% more than the US median ($478,000).
- Property taxes are high: about 1.97% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
- Cold winters: January lows average 23°F.
Pros and cons come from comparisons with US medians and the city’s 30-year weather normals; they leave out things numbers can’t capture.
Plan your move
Where in Yonkers?
Yonkers spans 7 zip codes. Median home values range from $412,900 to $718,400 by zip.
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Life in Yonkers
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LOCAL FOOD · YOUTUBE SHORT
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Is Yonkers a good place to live?
It depends on what you need. Mild weather in May, August, October, with highs between 65°F and 85°F. 50 parks, playgrounds and dog parks in the city. On the other hand: Homes cost 58% more than the US median ($478,000). Property taxes are high: about 1.97% of home value a year (US 0.98%).
How much do I need to earn to live in Yonkers?
The median household earns $81,816. Rent at the median ($1,730/month) is about 25% of that; a common rule of thumb is to keep rent under 30% of income, which means earning about $69,200 a year.
How many schools are in Yonkers?
54 public and private schools across 3 districts. See the schools page for each school’s grades and contact details.
What is the weather like in Yonkers?
Highs average 86°F in July and lows 23°F in January. The most comfortable months are May, August, October.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates; NOAA climate normals; NCES schools; OpenStreetMap parks; Recreation.gov.