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Cranberry Lake, NY

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Cranberry Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 193. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
193 Population 10/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $50,024 per capita
$265,000 Home Value $230,643 Zillow
43°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$265,000 home value
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $265,000
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.7%
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age62.1 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$50,024
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$265,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,643
Housing Units307
Rent Burden27.7%

Health

Obesity43.7%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking17.6%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.7%
High School+98.8%
Graduate+28.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries5

Is Cranberry Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cranberry Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Cranberry Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cranberry Lake is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cranberry Lake is $265,000, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Cranberry Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Cranberry Lake has a population of 193 with a density of 10 people per square mile. The median age is 62.1 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

193
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
62.1yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
19.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cranberry Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cranberry Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cranberry Lake is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cranberry Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,024
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cranberry Lake is $265,000, 6% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,643.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,000
6% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,643

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

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-Occupied90.7%
Housing Units307
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%
In Cranberry Lake, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cranberry Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma12.5%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,898
Dentists1:1,784
Mental Health1:284
Checkup Rate79.8%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154
Cranberry Lake has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,573 ft (479 m)
Area19.4 sq mi (50.3 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates44.1809°N, 74.8683°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 38.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.7%
15% above US avg
High School+98.8%
Graduate Degree+28.3%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area19.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone70.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.8%

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