Home Value $385,700

37% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 34.6%

3% higher than US avg

Median Rent $926

20% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 28.5%

11% lower than US avg

Unemployment 13.5%

275% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.8%

37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population303

Median Age55.3 yrs

Density253/mi²

Male / Female51% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans2.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$46,865

Unemployment13.5%

Poverty7.8%

County GDP$4,504M

Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$385,700

Rent$926

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units250

Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity28.5%

Uninsured5.8%

Smoking11.5%

Depression20.9%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)

AQI36 (Good)

Rain50.2 in/yr

Sunny Days271/yr

Elevation1,236 ft (377 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+34.6%

High School+98.9%

Graduate+34.3%

School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 42%

Commute32 min

Broadband78.9%

Libraries11

Is Lake Huntington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Huntington receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lake Huntington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 13.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Huntington is $385,700, 37% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $926 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Huntington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°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 50.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lake Huntington has a population of 303 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 55.3 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.8%), with 12.2% Black.

Population

303

Total Population

253

People / sq mi

55.3yrs

Median Age

42% above US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%

Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Huntington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	93.6%
	19% above US avg
Spanish	6.4%
	52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Huntington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Huntington is N/A. The unemployment rate is 13.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Lake Huntington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$46,865
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,119
IRS Avg AGI	$70,040

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	13.5%
	275% above US avg
Poverty Rate	7.8%
	37% 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	2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.6 min
Drive Alone	78.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Huntington is $385,700, 37% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $926 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$385,700
	37% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$926
	20% below US avg
Rent Burden	33.1%

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	69.6%
Housing Units	250
Median Year Built	1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$8,976
	156% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.33%

In Lake Huntington, 28.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 20.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	28.5%
	11% below US avg
Diabetes	7.7%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	27.8%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	5.0%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	11.5%
	18% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.8%
Physical Inactivity	21.2%
Depression	20.9%
Mental Distress	16.1%
Physical Distress	11.3%
Short Sleep	38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.5%
Uninsured	5.8%
	33% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	69.5%
Premature Death	9,701/100K

Food & Exercise

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

Lake Huntington has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.2 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)

Annual Average	45.5°F
	16% below US avg
January Average	22°F (-6°C)
July Average	69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days	271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.2 inches
	32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	36.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	1,236 ft (377 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density	253/sq mi
Coordinates	41.6800°N, 74.9942°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County FIPS	36105

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.7-point margin. 78.9% 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+	34.6%
	3% above US avg
High School+	98.9%
Graduate Degree+	34.3%
School Test Score	5.39

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	253/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	78.9%
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	249
Restaurants	256
Retail Stores	281

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.6 min
Drive Alone	78.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Lake Huntington, NY

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lake Huntington a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Huntington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lake Huntington vs U.S. Average

Income: Lake Huntington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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