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Long Lake, NY

New York

Long Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 648. Residents earn $72,750 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
648 Population 69/sq mi density
$72,750 Median Income $55,736 per capita
$257,500 Home Value
$725 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$72,750 median income, 9.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$257,500 home value, $725/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,750
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $257,500
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.7%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.6%
167% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population648
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density69/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans17.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$72,750
Per Capita$55,736
Unemployment9.6%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$297M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$257,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units727
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity29.7%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking12.0%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+15.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 35%
Commute20 min
Broadband90.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Long Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Long Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Long Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Long Lake is $72,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Long Lake is $257,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Long Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Long Lake has a population of 648 with a density of 69 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 2.5% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

648
Total Population
69
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Long Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Lake is $72,750, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Long Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,750
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$55,736
Avg Weekly Wage$960
IRS Avg AGI$70,676

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.6%
167% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)230
County GDP$297M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare5
Retail33
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,115
103% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Long Lake is $257,500, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,500
9% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

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-Occupied89.9%
Housing Units727
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,115
103% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Long Lake, 29.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.7%
7% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma11.2%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death6,514/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access100.0%
Healthcare Facilities5
Long Lake has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall104.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,637 ft (499 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density69/sq mi
Coordinates43.9675°N, 74.4269°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.5-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 29.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+15.1%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density69/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants55
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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