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Lacona, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Lacona is a small town in New York with a population of 761. Residents earn $72,917 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
761 Population 686/sq mi density
$72,917 Median Income $26,714 per capita
$126,600 Home Value $172,388 Zillow
$788 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$72,917 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,600 home value, $788/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,917
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $126,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.6%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population761
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density686/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,917
Per Capita$26,714
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty26.6%
County GDP$9,256M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,600
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$172,388
Housing Units333
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking19.1%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation568 ft (173 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+86.2%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute29 min
Broadband81.3%
Libraries11

Is Lacona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lacona receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Lacona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lacona is $72,917, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 26.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lacona is $126,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lacona has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lacona has a population of 761 with a density of 686 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

761
Total Population
686
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Lacona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lacona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lacona is $72,917, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lacona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,917
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,714
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$64,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.6%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,324
County GDP$9,256M

Business (County)

Restaurants277
Healthcare193
Retail338
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone61.0%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home14.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lacona is $126,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $172,388.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,600
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$172,388

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied68.0%
Housing Units333
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Lacona, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.1%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep43.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death9,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities193
Lacona has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation568 ft (173 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density686/sq mi
Coordinates43.6427°N, 76.0661°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36075
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 81.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+86.2%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density686/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.3%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants277
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone61.0%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home14.6%

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