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Eagle Bay, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Eagle Bay is a small town in New York with a population of 97.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
97 Population 346/sq mi density
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 50.5%
50% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age69.1 yrs
Density346/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,812
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,360M
Commute41 min

Health

Obesity27.1%
Uninsured3.5%
Smoking9.4%
Depression14.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,757 ft (536 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 32%
Commute41 min
Broadband50.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Eagle Bay a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eagle Bay receives an overall livability score of 5.0 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 long commute times. Eagle Bay stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Eagle Bay is a highly educated community — 50.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Eagle Bay 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. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 153.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Eagle Bay has a population of 97 with a density of 346 people per square mile. The median age is 69.1 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

97
Total Population
346
People / sq mi
69.1yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Eagle Bay vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Eagle Bay vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eagle Bay is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Eagle Bay vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,812
Avg Weekly Wage$988
IRS Avg AGI$62,340

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,297
County GDP$2,360M

Business (County)

Restaurants164
Healthcare115
Retail163
Manufacturing57

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,453
84% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Eagle Bay, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 3.5% of residents lack health insurance. 9.4% are current smokers. 14.8% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Eagle Bay vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma7.6%
COPD4.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression14.8%
Mental Distress11.9%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep27.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured3.5%
59% below US avg
Checkup Rate63.2%
Dental Visits52.0%
Premature Death7,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access79.1%
Healthcare Facilities115
Eagle Bay 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 49.8 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall153.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,757 ft (536 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density346/sq mi
Coordinates43.7686°N, 74.8174°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36043
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 50.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.4-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.8%

Winner: Republican by 36.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.5%
50% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density346/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities115
Restaurants164
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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