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
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
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 85.6% |
| 9% above US avg |
| Spanish | 14.4% |
| 7% above US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.7% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 56,397 |
| County GDP | $130,222M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Healthcare | 6,152 |
| Retail | 5,602 |
| Manufacturing | 820 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.1 min |
| Work from Home | 16.4% |
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 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 Sold | 11 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.6% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 20 |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.41% |
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
| Obesity | 26.0% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 6.6% |
| Heart Disease | 3.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 24.9% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 3.6% |
| Stroke | 2.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.4% |
| Depression | 17.0% |
| Mental Distress | 14.1% |
| Physical Distress | 9.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 4,800/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
Crime Rates: Commack vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 12.3 sq mi (31.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,968/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8434°N, 73.2833°W |
| County FIPS | 36059 |