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Katonah, NY
Katonah · NY 10536
Updated October 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$1.1M
Median Price
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Walk Score
7.2/10
Schools
69 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B-Schools
72/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score57/100
Our Take
Katonah offers a quiet, high‑income suburban vibe with top‑rated schools and low flood risk, making it a solid choice for families and commuters who value a safe environment. The trade‑offs are a lack of walkability and limited local amenities, along with a relatively high cost of living compared to many other suburbs.
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The Good
- ✓Excellent public schools with ratings above 8
- ✓Very low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓High median household income and affluent community
- ✓Quiet, rural setting with ample green space
Real Talk
- !Walk score of 0 means most errands require a car
- !Commute to Manhattan is about 69 minutes, not ideal for daily riders
- !High median home and rental costs can strain budgets
- !Limited dining, nightlife, and entertainment options locally
- $Property taxes are among the highest in the region
- $Utilities (electricity, heating) can be costly in a cold climate
- $Some subdivisions charge HOA fees for maintenance of common areas
Best For
Families seeking good schoolsCommute-oriented professionals to NYCHigh‑income earnersRetirees who prefer a quiet, rural atmosphere
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Katonah, NY
A
Safety grade
Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Low9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
50% safer than the national average
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