Median Income $75,357

0% lower than US avg

Home Value $111,400

60% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 12.0%

64% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,602

38% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.3%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population348

Median Age40.6 yrs

Density341/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 45%

Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$75,357

Per Capita$39,618

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$4,504M

Commute18 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$111,400

Rent$1,602

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$214,095

Housing Units273

Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity35.3%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking19.0%

Depression20.9%

Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain51.9 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation1,414 ft (431 m)

Education

Bachelor's+12.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+4.7%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute18 min

Broadband49.4%

Libraries11

Is Kiamesha Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kiamesha Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kiamesha Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kiamesha Lake is $75,357, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kiamesha Lake is $111,400, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,602 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below 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

Kiamesha Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches, including 57.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Kiamesha Lake has a population of 348 with a density of 341 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.5%), with 35.1% Black.

Population

348

Total Population

341

People / sq mi

40.6yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%

Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kiamesha Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kiamesha Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kiamesha Lake is $75,357, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. 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 18 minutes.

Income: Kiamesha Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$75,357
	0% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,618
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,119
IRS Avg AGI	$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	2,329
County GDP	$4,504M

Business (County)

Restaurants	256
Healthcare	249
Retail	281
Manufacturing	56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$8,976
	156% above US avg
Cost of Living	107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	8.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kiamesha Lake is $111,400, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,602 (38% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,095.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$111,400
	60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$214,095

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,602
	38% above US avg
Rent Burden	30.8%

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-Occupied	55.1%
Housing Units	273
Median Year Built	1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,976
	156% above US avg
Effective Rate	8.06%

In Kiamesha Lake, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.3%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	12.8%
Heart Disease	7.3%
High Blood Pressure	35.3%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.0%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.0%
Physical Inactivity	34.2%
Depression	20.9%
Mental Distress	19.0%
Physical Distress	16.2%
Short Sleep	45.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,069
Dentists	1:2,414
Mental Health	1:452
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	49.7%
Premature Death	9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	54.8%
Healthcare Facilities	249

Kiamesha Lake has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.9 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	46.0°F
	15% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.9 inches
	37% above US avg
Snowfall	57.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,414 ft (431 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density	341/sq mi
Coordinates	41.6808°N, 74.6686°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36105

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 49.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.4%

D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 16.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	12.0%
	64% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	4.7%
School Test Score	5.39

D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	341/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	49.4%
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	249
Restaurants	256
Retail Stores	281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.4 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Kiamesha Lake, NY

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

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Housing

Health

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Is Kiamesha Lake a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kiamesha Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kiamesha Lake vs U.S. Average

Income: Kiamesha Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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Employment & Poverty

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Tax & Cost of Living

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Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

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Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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