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Crandon Lakes, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Crandon Lakes is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 1,258. Residents earn $92,434 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,258 Population 491/sq mi density
$92,434 Median Income $43,211 per capita
$279,500 Home Value
$1,380 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$92,434 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$279,500 home value, $1,380/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,434
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $279,500
1% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.2%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,380
19% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.4%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,258
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,434
Per Capita$43,211
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$6,729M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$279,500
Rent$1,380
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units478
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity26.4%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking12.0%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.2%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries7

Is Crandon Lakes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crandon Lakes receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Crandon Lakes stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crandon Lakes is $92,434, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crandon Lakes is $279,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,380 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Crandon Lakes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Crandon Lakes has a population of 1,258 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,258
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Crandon Lakes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crandon Lakes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crandon Lakes is $92,434, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Crandon Lakes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,434
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,129
IRS Avg AGI$97,341

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,624
County GDP$6,729M

Business (County)

Restaurants285
Healthcare375
Retail406
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Crandon Lakes is $279,500, 1% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,380 (19% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$279,500
1% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$174
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,380
19% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.9%
Housing Units478
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,140
190% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Crandon Lakes, 26.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crandon Lakes vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.4%
18% below US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death6,516/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access93.4%
Healthcare Facilities375
Crandon Lakes has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density491/sq mi
Coordinates41.1227°N, 74.8405°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34037
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 37.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.9-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.7%

Winner: Republican by 24.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.2%
10% above US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score6.24
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities375
Restaurants285
Retail Stores406

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home9.7%

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