The Richest Cities and Towns in America

2. Scarsdale, NY

With just a short train ride from New York City, a person can arrive in the second richest town in the country: Scarsdale, New York. Its average household income is $417,335, and much of that comes from people who work in the legal, medical, business, and financial sectors. The wealthy area is both a town and a village with a population of only 18,000 people. Its small population is mostly due to the fact that not many people can afford the average home price of $1.8 million. Because of its small population, the streets are mostly empty and incredibly quiet, giving the area a charming, rustic feel despite the affluent nature of the community.