Dumbo

These diverse influences have made Dumbo a place that laidback creatives and culture lovers are proud to call home.

Welcome to Dumbo

A historic waterfront with hidden-gem appeal.
 
Dumbo may be one of Brooklyn’s most up-and-coming residential hubs, but charming cobblestone streets, artfully restored loft spaces, and a pristine waterfront keep its 18th-century industrial past front and center. The defunct train tracks crisscrossing central Dumbo once played home to freight carriers transporting manufactured goods from coffee to Brillo pads down the borough’s factory-packed coastline.
 
Dumbo which stands for “Down Under the Manhattan Bridge Overpass” is widely known as the neighborhood that welcomes travelers into Brooklyn from Manhattan. But Dumbo is much more than a passageway; locals love it for the gorgeous skyline views, cobblestone streets, and thriving art, technology and small business communities. These diverse influences have made Dumbo a place that laidback creatives and culture lovers are proud to call home.
 
 

What To Expect

A laid-back neighborhood with plenty of modern amenities including fine dining, parks, and scenic waterfront.
 
Despite its proximity to lower Manhattan, Dumbo’s pedestrian-friendly streetscapes and diverse range of small businesses and shops often make it feel like small, modern village meets metropolitan waterfront.
 
 
 
 

The Lifestyle

Equal parts understated and energetic. Low residential turnover creates a dynamic where residents happily reinvest their time, talents, and resources into community initiatives.
 
What Dumbo lacks in everyday amenities such as grocery stores and public schools, it makes up for in off-the-beaten-path charm and quirky community offerings.
 
 
Music and book shops like Halycon and Powerhouse Arena cater to record and reading lovers with dynamic weekly events from in-store DJ nights to live author talks and signings.
 
 
Meanwhile, an abundance of sub-bridge lot and wall space makes for a welcoming public art and food truck scene, too. Come summer and fall, Dumbo Arts Festival and Flea Food Under the Archway are two of the neighborhood’s biggest public draws.
 
 
The East River waterfront sits front and center when it comes to enjoying life in Dumbo. Beautifully manicured piers and parks make for stunning outdoor concert and film screening venues.
 
 
Meanwhile, breezy Front Street and Jay Street cafe patios and year-round scenic ferry routes provide unrivaled shore and skyline views for inbound locals and Dumbo day trippers alike.
 
 

The Market

Renovated lofts, mixed-use converted spaces, and a growing number of new high-rise condos.
 
Dumbo housing options tend to fall into one of two categories, the first of which are spacious, industrial 1970s-era loft spaces.
 
 
The other category is sleek, equally minimal high rises with soaring skyline views. Needless to say, homes here are some of the most impressive and expensive on the market.
 
 

You'll Fall In Love With

Panoramic skyline views and under-the-radar charm.
 
The East River waterfront at Brooklyn Bridge Park doubles as Dumbo’s public front lawn, providing plenty of space to relax solo or gather with friends come lazy afternoons or event-packed weekends.
 
 
Whether taking a scenic pause on the way home from the city or treating visitors to a bite at the area’s endlessly popular food landmarks, locals take pride in the signature sights and understated, communal vibe that define Dumbo at the end of each day.
 

Overview for Dumbo, NY

4,921 people live in Dumbo, where the median age is 34 and the average individual income is $130,928. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,921

Total Population

34 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$130,928

Average individual Income

Around Dumbo, NY

There's plenty to do around Dumbo, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

98
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
89
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Bread Alone, Bread Alone, and World Martial Arts Center Happy Kicks.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 2.33 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.21 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.47 miles 18 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.49 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.17 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.28 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Dumbo, NY

Dumbo has 1,864 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Dumbo do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 4,921 people call Dumbo home. The population density is 59,045.698 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

4,921

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

34

Median Age

47.08 / 52.94%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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1,864

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$130,928

Average individual Income

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60+ Minutes

Schools in Dumbo, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Dumbo. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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