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Lake George, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Lake George is a small town in New York with a population of 928. Residents earn $52,411 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
928 Population 1,573/sq mi density
$52,411 Median Income $36,525 per capita
$302,300 Home Value $518,907 Zillow
$1,079 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,411 median income, 0.2% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$302,300 home value, $1,079/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,411
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $302,300
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.8%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,079
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.8%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population928
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density1,573/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,411
Per Capita$36,525
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$6,768M
Commute20 min

Housing

B
Home Value$302,300
Rent$1,079
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$518,907
Housing Units695
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity32.8%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.2%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation361 ft (110 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute20 min
Broadband83.7%
EV Stations25
Libraries10

Is Lake George a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake George receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lake George offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake George is $52,411, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake George is $302,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,079 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.8x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake George experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 20°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 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lake George has a population of 928 with a density of 1,573 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

928
Total Population
1,573
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.9%
Female 53.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake George vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.6%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.4%
7% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake George vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake George is $52,411, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Lake George vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,411
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,525
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$76,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,417
County GDP$6,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants392
Healthcare274
Retail384
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake George is $302,300, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,079 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $518,907.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$302,300
7% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$518,907

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,079
7% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

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-Occupied45.1%
Housing Units695
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Effective Rate2.82%
In Lake George, 32.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.8%
2% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:899
Dentists1:1,131
Mental Health1:210
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death7,391/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities274
Lake George has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation361 ft (110 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,573/sq mi
Coordinates43.4259°N, 73.7152°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 24.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 83.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,573/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.7%
EV Charging Stations25
Alt Fuel Stations25
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities274
Restaurants392
Retail Stores384

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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