40. Lake Forest, Illinois – Average Household Income of $268,922
Living in Lake Forest comes with its advantages, such as being able to enjoy a relaxing day on Lake Michigan. Or if you prefer city life, then Chicago is 30 minutes away so you have the best of both worlds.
40. Lake Forest, Illinois Average Household Income Of $268,922
39. Tiburon, California – Average Household Income of $269,419
This humble coastal town is just a ferry ride away from San Francisco. It’s so beautiful that it has become the place where Silicon Valley’s elite choose for their getaways. It’s been described as California’s best-kept secret by Forbes with its Italian Riviera feel.
39. Tiburon, California Average Household Income Of $269,419
38. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey – Average Household Income of $272,940
The New York Times describes the homes in Upper Saddle River as big houses with immaculately groomed landscapes. This town is constantly being renewed which adds to the feeling you get as you drive around their beautiful town. It’s elegant, luxurious and has a freshness about it.
38. Upper Saddle River, New Jersey – Average Household Income of $272,940
37. Malibu, California – Average Household Income Of $275,675
Another one of California’s towns has made it into the list of the country’s richest towns. This coastal town in Western Los Angeles attracts many tourists because of its beautiful beaches. But it is also home to some of the wealthiest people in the country.
37. Malibu, California Average Household Income Of $275,675
36. Montecito, California – Average Household Income Of $276,564
Montecito was described by Global as a surprising paradise for celebrities. People that live in this small town can enjoy a Mediterranean climate, which makes it the ideal place to live in. Some of Hollywood’s biggest names have made Montecito their home for that reason.
36. Montecito, California Average Household Income Of $276,564
35. Bellaire, Texas – Average Household Income Of $278,350
Bellaire is situated in southwest Harris County and it’s surrounded by Houston and West University Place. It’s known as the “City of Homes” because of its residential nature. As with everything in Texas, the houses are big and extravagant, which is perfect for the rich and famous.
35. Bellaire, Texas Average Household Income Of $278,350
34. Hinsdale, Illinois – Average Household Income Of $281,855
Hinsdale is a village in both Cook County and DuPage County. Hinsdale is said to be one of the best places to live in Illinois because of its sparse suburban feel. Residents may be wealthy but they prefer to be conservative and keep to themselves.
34. Hinsdale, Illinois Average Household Income Of $281,855
33. Southlake, Texas – Average Household Income Of $282,834
This affluent town is situated in Tarrant County and is one of Fort Worth’s most beautiful and wealthiest places. It is the ideal oasis to help you escape from the hustle and bustle of Dallas. Southlake is also said to be Texas’ fastest-growing city.
33. Southlake, Texas Average Household Income Of $282,834
32. Ladue, Missouri – Average Household Income Of $286,291
The wealthy county town of Ladue is just outside St. Louis and has some of the midwest’s richest people living here. Here, a $13 million mansion is not unusual. Professional athletes and wealthy businessmen have chosen as their home for the luxury this place provides.
32. Ladue, Missouri Average Household Income Of $286,291
31. Alamo, California – Average Household Income Of $288,541
Alamo is within the San Francisco Bay Area, in the East Bay region. It’s one of the best places to live in California because of its rural feel. Some of the country’s wealthiest people retire in Alamo because of what it has to offer.
31. Alamo, California Average Household Income Of $288,541
30. McLean, Virginia – Average Household Income Of $293,323
McLean is situated just across the Potomac River in Washington D.C. Because it is so close to Washington D.C., politicians have chosen to live in the extremely wealthy and powerful town of McLean. The homes here are gigantic and luxurious, to say the least.
30. McLean, Virginia Average Household Income Of $293,323
29. Orinda, California – Average Household Income Of $293,898
It’s not often that you find a town that isn’t only wealthy but friendly too. The small town of Orinda hasn’t only made it onto Bloomberg’s list of wealthiest towns in America but it has come in as second on Forbes’ list of America’s friendliest towns.
29. Orinda, California Average Household Income Of $293,898
28. Piedmont, California – Average Household Income Of $295,742
Some of California’s elite like to escape to Piedmont for some peace and quiet. Even though the town is surrounded by the city of Oakland, you get the feeling that you’re away from the hustle and bustle of city life because of the picturesque landscape.
28. Piedmont, California Average Household Income Of $295,742
27. Rye, New York – Average Household Income Of $297,011
Rye is situated approximately an hour away from downtown Manhattan on the border of New York State and Connecticut. This town is close enough to commute into the city but far away enough to feel the quiet and calm atmosphere of a small town.
27. Rye, New York Average Household Income Of $297,011
26. Greenville, New York – Average Household Income Of $297,128
If you want to live in a quiet suburb but be close enough to New York City, then Greenville is the place for you. Well, that’s if you can afford it. Some of New York’s wealthiest families have made this town situated in Westchester their home.
26. Greenville, New York Average Household Income Of $297,128
25. Travilah, Maryland – Average Household Income Of $300,607
It is said that the people responsible for making decisions regarding our great nation don’t live in Washington D.C. Instead, they choose to live in the surrounding suburbs that offer a life away from the business of city life. Travilah is one of those towns.
25. Travilah, Maryland Average Household Income Of $300,607
24. Los Altos, California – Average Household Income Of $302,068
A big reason why Los Altos made it on the list is that it’s in Silicon Valley. It’s situated in the San Francisco Bay area and certainly lives up to its name, which translates to ‘The Heights’ as it’s associated with Silicon Valley’s height of wealth.
24. Los Altos, California Average Household Income Of $302,068
23. Westport, Connecticut – Average Household Income Of $309,144
Locals refer to Westport as “Bestport,” because it’s thought to be the perfect place to live. It’s the quintessential American suburb with huge houses, luscious lawns, and overall beauty. It has the comfort of a wonderful suburb while only 52 miles away from New York City.
23. Westport, Connecticut Average Household Income Of $309,144
22. Riverside, Connecticut – Average Household Income Of $309,401
It’s no surprise that another suburb in Greenwich has made it onto the list. This northeastern town offers its residents 12 bedroom homes worth over $16 million as well as breath-taking views of the cove. That’s why many celebrities choose Riverside as their home.
22. Riverside, Connecticut Average Household Income Of $309,401
21. Kentfield, California – Average Household Income Of $311,015
If you are fortunate enough to be able to afford an $895,000 home and enjoy hiking and the outdoors, then this is the place for you. It’s only a few miles from San Francisco and is known for its magnificent homes and breath-taking scenery.
21. Kentfield, California Average Household Income Of $311,015
20. Great Falls, Virginia – Average Household Income Of $311,915
Not only is Great Falls one of the richest towns in the U.S but it is actually the richest suburb in the greater Washington D.C. area. It is situated right next door to McLean, which means that it’s a prime spot for politicians.
20. Great Falls, Virginia Average Household Income Of $311,915
19. University Park, Texas – Average Household Income Of $313,255
We all know that saying that everything is bigger in Texas, and University Park is just another example of that. Their cowboy hats are bigger, their stores are bigger, and the homes in this suburb are not just massive, but their prices are even more jaw-droppingly high.
19. University Park, Texas Average Household Income Of $313,255
18. Palm Beach, Florida – Average Household Income Of $314,090
People usually associate Palm Beach with being the perfect vacation town but it is far more than that. Situated right along the Atlantic Ocean, it offers its residents beauty, glamour, and luxurious living. Some homes located on the beach are listed for a whopping $44 million.
18. Palm Beach, Florida Average Household Income Of $314,090
17. The Village Of Indian Hills, Ohio – Average Household Income Of $318,319
The Village of Indian Hills was founded in 1904 by farmers wanting to start an agricultural community. With time, it grew as people went there for their weekend getaways. Nowadays there’s no agriculture taking place, but the multiple acre properties worth multi-million dollars still stand.
17. The Village Of Indian Hills, Ohio – Average Household Income Of $318,319
16. Old Greenwich, Connecticut – Average Household Income Of $321,377
Many people call Old Greenwich a front-porch type of place. Here you will find massive mansions yet you can still enjoy the small-town vibe. For many years now, this suburb is thought to be a haven for wealthy big-shot executives from Wall Street.
16. Old Greenwich, Connecticut Average Household Income Of $321,377
15. Larchmont, New York – Average Household Income Of $324,835
In 1797, the town of Larchmont, New York started off with humble beginnings and has grown exponentially over the years. Today, you’ll find gigantic mansions and estates worth over $9 million. The cheapest house you’ll find here is worth nothing less than $1.1 million.
15. Larchmont, New York Average Household Income Of $324,835
14. Paradise Valley, Arizona – Average Household Income Of $328,353
The name of this town says it all, with its extravagant mansions and their luscious lawns. There are many Hollywood celebrities that have made Paradise Valley their home. But it’s not just for celebrities. If you have a few millions then this could be your home too.
14. Paradise Valley, Arizona Average Household Income Of $328,353
13. Bronxville, New York – Average Household Income Of $330,412
This village is so small, it’s only a square-mile wide. But what it lacks in size it makes up in wealth. This little village is home to some of the country’s wealthiest people. People that work in Manhattan use Bronxville as an escape from the city.
13. Bronxville, New York Average Household Income Of $330,412
12. Rumson, New Jersey – Average Household Income Of $337,696
Rumson is another small town with a population of approximately 7,000. Usually a town this small wouldn’t draw much attention, but in this case, it has attracted the rich and famous. With homes listed for $10 million, you must know how much wealth it holds.
12. Rumson, New Jersey Average Household Income Of $337,696
11. West University Place, Texas – Average Household Income Of $352,418
Although West University Place gets its name because of Rice University, it’s far from a student town because it’s very unlikely that they could afford living there. It’s such an exclusive area that even the street names are named after famous poets and authors.
11. West University Place, Texas Average Household Income Of $352,418
10. Darien, Connecticut – Average Household Income Of $352,839
One of its most popular pastimes in Darien is yachting. When an activity like that is popular, it’s a sure indication of how wealthy the town must be. Darien is only 37 miles away from downtown Manhattan and is the smallest town on Connecticut’s “Gold Coast”.
10. Darien, Connecticut Average Household Income Of $352,839
9. Winnetka, Illinois – Average Household Income Of $353,700
People who want to escape the hustle and bustle of Chicago’s city center head out to Winnetka. It may be a small town but there’s a lot of wealth within it. This small town is also known because of the movie Home Alone with Macauley Culkin.
9. Winnetka, Illinois Average Household Income Of $353,700
8. Glencoe, Illinois – Average Household Income Of $358,543
Not only has Glencoe ranked within the top ten wealthiest towns in the U.S., but it is Illinois’ wealthiest town. Living in such an affluent town sure comes at a cost, a very high cost. The houses there are listed for over $5 million.
8. Glencoe, Illinois Average Household Income Of $358,543
7. Highland Park, Texas – Average Household Income Of $365,025
Highland Park is another Dallas town that has made it into the list. A simple family house in this town is listed for nothing less than $1.4 million. Highland Park is so picturesque that this is where the popular television series Dallas was filmed.
7. Highland Park, Texas Average Household Income Of $365,025
6. Short Hills, New Jersey – Average Household Income Of $388,760
According to Bloomberg, California has the most towns on their list of their top 100 richest towns in America. New Jersey is second in line. Short Hills is actually the wealthiest town in New Jersey but it didn’t quite make it into the top 5 countrywide.
6. Short Hills, New Jersey Average Household Income Of $388,760
5. Los Altos Hills, California – Average Household Income Of $405,073
The residents of Los Altos are so particular about not mixing business with pleasure that they have a commercial ban on businesses operating within its boundaries. So much so that there are only two stores in the whole suburb. This ensures residents’ privacy in their $20 million homes.
5. Los Altos Hills, California Average Household Income Of $405,073
4. Cherry Hills Village, California – Average Household Income Of $406,314
Cherry Hills Village is the only town in Colorado that has made it into the list of America’s richest towns. Here you will find mega-mansions, extensive estates, and Hollywood A-listers living here. Its rolling hills are one of the many attractions that make this town so picturesque.
4. Cherry Hills Village, California Average Household Income Of $406,314
3. Hillsborough, California – Average Household Income Of $430,681
Hillsborough is situated very close to Silicon Valley and a meer hour train ride from San Francisco. Many celebrities and some of the wealthiest entrepreneurs within the tech world call Hillsborough their home. It’s very common to find 9,000 square-foot homes worth $17 million here.
3. Hillsborough, California Average Household Income Of $430,681
2. Scarsdale, New York – Average Household Income Of $452,041
Not only is Scarsdale the second wealthiest town in the U.S., but it is the wealthiest town in the entire East Coast. You won’t find a house worth less than $1.8 million here. The rich famous love this town because of its sophistication and beauty.
2. Scarsdale, New York Average Household Income Of $452,041
1. Atherton, California – Average Household Income Of $525,324
It comes as no surprise that Atherton was listed as America’s wealthiest town. It is nestled between San Francisco and San Jose and this is where you will find breathtaking mega-mansions. The price of these homes starts at a jaw-dropping $6 million. So there you have it!
1. Atherton, California Average Household Income Of $525,324
