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Lime Lake, NY

New York

Lime Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 726. Residents earn $43,994 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
726 Population 305/sq mi density
$43,994 Median Income $28,605 per capita
$109,000 Home Value
$870 Median Rent 32.9% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$43,994 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,000 home value, $870/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,994
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.7%
75% higher than US avg

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

People

Population726
Median Age61.3 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,994
Per Capita$28,605
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty21.7%
County GDP$3,919M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,000
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units572
Rent Burden32.9%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking19.6%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,659 ft (506 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+11.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute29 min
Broadband75.9%
Libraries13

Is Lime Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lime Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Lime Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lime Lake is $43,994, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lime Lake is $109,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Lime Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches, including 108.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Lime Lake has a population of 726 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 61.3 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

726
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
61.3yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lime Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lime Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lime Lake is $43,994, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Lime Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,994
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,605
Avg Weekly Wage$1,039
IRS Avg AGI$61,456

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.7%
75% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,778
County GDP$3,919M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare159
Retail284
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lime Lake is $109,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,000
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg
Rent Burden32.9%

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-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units572
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,494
86% above US avg
Effective Rate5.96%
In Lime Lake, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.9%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.0%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death10,681/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access59.2%
Healthcare Facilities159
Lime Lake has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall108.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,659 ft (506 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates42.4330°N, 78.4847°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.8-point margin. 75.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.4%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+11.5%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.9%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities159
Restaurants201
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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