New York · Metropolitan Area
Lake Ronkonkoma is a small city in New York with a population of 18,289. Residents earn $102,608 per year, which is 37% above the national average.
Based on current data, Lake Ronkonkoma receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lake Ronkonkoma stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in Lake Ronkonkoma is $102,608, which is significantly higher than the national average — 37% above $75,149. This places Lake Ronkonkoma among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Lake Ronkonkoma is $484,700, making it a premium housing market at 72% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,906 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Lake Ronkonkoma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 82.2% |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 17.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $102,608 |
| 37% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,691 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,489 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,155 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 5.1% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56,397 |
| County GDP | $130,222M |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Healthcare | 6,152 |
| Retail | 5,602 |
| Manufacturing | 820 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.22% |
| Commute Time | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |
| Census Median | $484,700 |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| Median List Price | $599,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $435 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 97.6% |
| Price Drops | 8.3% |
| Inventory | 12 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,906 |
| 64% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.22% |
| Obesity | 30.1% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 5.3% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 11.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,800/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.0 inches |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 31.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 87 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 4.5 sq mi (11.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,028/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.8303°N, 73.1133°W |
| County FIPS | 36059 |
Winner: Republican by 4.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.9% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,028/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.5 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 63 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Retail Stores | 5,602 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Avg Commute | 29.3 min |
| Work from Home | 9.7% |