Commack, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Commack is a mid-size city in New York with a population of 36,353. Residents earn $170,375 per year, which is 127% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
36,353 Population 2,968/sq mi density
$170,375 Median Income $67,021 per capita
$647,000 Home Value $780,100 Zillow
$2,396 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$170,375 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$647,000 home value, $2,396/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
59.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $170,375
127% higher than US avg
Home Value $647,000
130% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 59.5%
77% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,396
106% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.0%
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population36,353
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density2,968/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$170,375
Per Capita$67,021
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$647,000
Rent$2,396
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$780,100

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity26.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation148 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+59.5%
High School+96.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute34 min
EV Stations4
Libraries63

Is Commack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Commack receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Commack stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Commack is $170,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 127% above $75,149. This places Commack among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Commack is $647,000, making it a premium housing market at 130% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,396 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Commack is a highly educated community — 59.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Commack experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Commack has a population of 36,353 with a density of 2,968 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

36,353
Total Population
2,968
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
12.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Commack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.6%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.4%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Commack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Commack is $170,375, which is 127% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Commack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$170,375
127% above US avg
Per Capita Income$67,021
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% 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 Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Work from Home16.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Commack is $647,000, 130% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,396 (106% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $780,100.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$647,000
130% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$780,100
Median List Price$849,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$849,999
$/Sq Ft$485
Homes Sold11
Sale-to-List Ratio101.6%
Price Drops10.0%
Inventory20

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,396
106% above US avg

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-Occupied93.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Commack, 26.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.0%
19% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress14.1%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate80.0%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

Crime Rates: Commack vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Commack 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area12.3 sq mi (31.7 km²)
Population Density2,968/sq mi
Coordinates40.8434°N, 73.2833°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 59.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+59.5%
77% above US avg
High School+96.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,968/sq mi
Total Area12.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Work from Home16.4%

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