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Asharoken, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Asharoken is a small town in New York with a population of 712. Residents earn $139,094 per year, which is 85% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
712 Population 501/sq mi density
$139,094 Median Income $105,862 per capita
$1,202,800 Home Value $1,746,461 Zillow
$3,275 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$139,094 median income, 1.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$1,202,800 home value, $3,275/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
53.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $139,094
85% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,202,800
327% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 53.2%
58% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,275
182% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.6%
17% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

How Asharoken Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population712
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density501/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$139,094
Per Capita$105,862
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute48 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,202,800
Rent$3,275
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,746,461
Housing Units340
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity26.6%
Uninsured3.9%
Smoking7.6%
Depression17.4%
Heart Disease4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation41 ft (12 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+53.2%
High School+99.4%
Graduate+28.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute48 min
Broadband98.4%
Libraries63

Is Asharoken a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Asharoken receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Asharoken offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Asharoken is $139,094, which is significantly higher than the national average — 85% above $75,149. This places Asharoken among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Asharoken is $1,202,800, making it a premium housing market at 327% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,275 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.6x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Asharoken is a highly educated community — 53.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Asharoken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Asharoken has a population of 712 with a density of 501 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

712
Total Population
501
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Asharoken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.6%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.4%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Asharoken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Asharoken is $139,094, which is 85% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Asharoken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$139,094
85% above US avg
Per Capita Income$105,862
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.9 min
Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit11.7%
Work from Home29.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Asharoken is $1,202,800, 327% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,275 (182% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,746,461.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,202,800
327% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,746,461

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,275
182% above US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%
Housing Units340
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.30%
In Asharoken, 26.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.9% of residents lack health insurance. 7.6% are current smokers. 17.4% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Asharoken vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.6%
17% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease4.1%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.6%
46% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity16.4%
Depression17.4%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured3.9%
55% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.5%
Dental Visits72.2%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Asharoken has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation41 ft (12 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density501/sq mi
Coordinates40.9393°N, 73.3851°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 53.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 98.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+53.2%
58% above US avg
High School+99.4%
Graduate Degree+28.1%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density501/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.4%
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.9 min
Drive Alone46.2%
Public Transit11.7%
Work from Home29.2%

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