Lansing, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Lansing is a small town in New York with a population of 3,837. Residents earn $75,901 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,837 Population 832/sq mi density
$75,901 Median Income $51,148 per capita
$403,900 Home Value
$1,729 Median Rent 31.8% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$75,901 median income, 4.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$403,900 home value, $1,729/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
81.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,901
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $403,900
43% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 81.0%
140% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,729
49% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.4%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,837
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density832/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,901
Per Capita$51,148
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute15 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$403,900
Rent$1,729
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity23.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.8%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation910 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+81.0%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries6

Is Lansing a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lansing receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Lansing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lansing is $75,901, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lansing is $403,900, 43% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,729 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Lansing is a highly educated community — 81.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lansing experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 62.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lansing has a population of 3,837 with a density of 832 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.8%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

3,837
Total Population
832
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lansing vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only66.1%
16% below US avg
Spanish33.9%
153% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Lansing vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lansing is $75,901, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Lansing vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,901
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,148
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,766
County GDP$7,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants308
Healthcare284
Retail297
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.4 min
Drive Alone48.2%
Public Transit9.8%
Work from Home13.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Lansing is $403,900, 43% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,729 (49% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$403,900
43% above US avg
Median List Price$650,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$650,000
$/Sq Ft$234
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.8%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,729
49% above US avg
Rent Burden31.8%

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-Occupied26.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Lansing, 23.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 18.8% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.4%
27% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma9.4%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression18.8%
Mental Distress13.2%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Lansing has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall62.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation910 ft (277 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density832/sq mi
Coordinates42.4902°N, 76.4865°W
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 81.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (140% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 24.7%
D 75.3%

Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+81.0%
140% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density832/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.4 min
Drive Alone48.2%
Public Transit9.8%
Work from Home13.9%

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