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McLean, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

McLean is a small town in New York with a population of 363. Residents earn $73,125 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
363 Population 1,578/sq mi density
$73,125 Median Income $23,746 per capita
$147,100 Home Value
$964 Median Rent 26.2% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$73,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,100 home value, $964/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,125
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,100
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.4%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $964
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population363
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,578/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,125
Per Capita$23,746
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$7,966M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,100
Rent$964
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units157
Rent Burden26.2%

Health

Obesity28.9%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking13.6%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+8.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 25% / D 75%
Commute12 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is McLean a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McLean receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. McLean stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McLean is $73,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McLean is $147,100, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $964 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

McLean has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

McLean has a population of 363 with a density of 1,578 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

363
Total Population
1,578
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

McLean vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McLean vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McLean is $73,125, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: McLean vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,125
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,746
Avg Weekly Wage$1,342
IRS Avg AGI$84,199

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.4 min
Drive Alone54.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McLean is $147,100, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $964 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,100
48% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$964
17% below US avg
Rent Burden26.2%

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-Occupied61.0%
Housing Units157
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,596
203% above US avg
Effective Rate7.20%
In McLean, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.3%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,252
Dentists1:1,663
Mental Health1:224
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death5,563/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access89.1%
Healthcare Facilities284
McLean has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall64.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,135 ft (346 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,578/sq mi
Coordinates42.5488°N, 76.2923°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36109
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 38.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 50.6-point margin. 100.0% 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+38.4%
14% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+8.7%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,578/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants308
Retail Stores297

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.4 min
Drive Alone54.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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