Mount Kisco, NY

Mount Kisco is a small town in Westchester County, New York. It has a population of just over 10,000 people and is located about 20 minutes north of Manhattan. The town was founded in 1798 and was originally known as Kingsbridge. The name was changed to Mount Kisco in 1892.

The economy of Mount Kisco is largely based on real estate. There are several high-end neighborhoods located within the town, including the Village at Mount Kisco, which has a population of about 2,000 people and an average household income of over $200,000. Other neighborhoods within the town include Woodland Hills and Greenridge Park. These neighborhoods have average household incomes between $120,000 and $200,000.

Real estate in Mount Kisco is very expensive compared to other parts of New York City or Westchester County. The median home price in the town is around $1 million, which is more than double the median home price in either Manhattan or Westchester County overall. The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Mount Kisco is also much higher than either Manhattan or Westchester County: $3,500 per month compared to $2,700 per month statewide and $2,100 per month nationwide.