Lake Success, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Lake Success is a small town in New York with a population of 2,817. Residents earn $248,750 per year, which is 231% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,817 Population 1,523/sq mi density
$248,750 Median Income $100,316 per capita
$1,484,000 Home Value
$3,380 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$248,750 median income, 2.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$1,484,000 home value, $3,380/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $248,750
231% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,484,000
426% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.0%
84% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,380
191% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 19.3%
40% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.9%
93% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,817
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,523/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 41%

Economy

A+
Median Income$248,750
Per Capita$100,316
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.9%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute34 min

Housing

B
Home Value$1,484,000
Rent$3,380
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity19.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression11.1%
Heart Disease3.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation210 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.0%
High School+89.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute34 min
Libraries63

Is Lake Success a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lake Success receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lake Success stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lake Success is $248,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 231% above $75,149. This places Lake Success among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lake Success is $1,484,000, making it a premium housing market at 426% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,380 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Lake Success is a highly educated community — 62.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lake Success enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lake Success has a population of 2,817 with a density of 1,523 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.8%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

2,817
Total Population
1,523
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lake Success vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only55.7%
29% below US avg
Spanish44.3%
231% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lake Success vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lake Success is $248,750, which is 231% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Lake Success vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$248,750
231% above US avg
Per Capita Income$100,316
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.9%
93% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.6 min
Work from Home18.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lake Success is $1,484,000, 426% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,380 (191% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,484,000
426% above US avg
Median List Price$1,728,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,728,000
$/Sq Ft$699
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio86.1%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,380
191% above US avg

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-Occupied94.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.05%
In Lake Success, 19.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity19.3%
40% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease3.6%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma7.9%
COPD3.0%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.3%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression11.1%
Mental Distress11.5%
Physical Distress8.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

Crime Rates: Lake Success vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Lake Success has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Coordinates40.7639°N, 73.7111°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.0%
84% above US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.6 min
Work from Home18.9%

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