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Interlaken, NY

New York

Interlaken is a small town in New York with a population of 556. Residents earn $56,719 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
556 Population 1,794/sq mi density
$56,719 Median Income $31,329 per capita
$140,600 Home Value $234,844 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$56,719 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,600 home value, $1,094/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,719
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,600
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.6%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population556
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density1,794/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,719
Per Capita$31,329
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$2,064M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,600
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,844
Housing Units320
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured4.7%
Smoking11.8%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation902 ft (275 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.6%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries6

Is Interlaken a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Interlaken receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Interlaken stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Interlaken is $56,719, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Interlaken is $140,600, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Interlaken experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 56.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Interlaken has a population of 556 with a density of 1,794 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.9%), with 2.2% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

556
Total Population
1,794
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Interlaken vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Interlaken vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Interlaken is $56,719, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Interlaken vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,719
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,329
Avg Weekly Wage$1,219
IRS Avg AGI$64,931

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)765
County GDP$2,064M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare52
Retail150
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Interlaken is $140,600, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,600
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,844

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

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-Occupied65.7%
Housing Units320
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,548
116% above US avg
Effective Rate5.37%
In Interlaken, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.8% are current smokers. 21.8% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.8%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured4.7%
45% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.9%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death7,640/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities52
Interlaken has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall56.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,794/sq mi
Coordinates42.6178°N, 76.7255°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11.8-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.9%
D 44.1%

Winner: Republican by 11.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.6%
6% above US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,794/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants83
Retail Stores150

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone78.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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