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Nassau Lake, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Nassau Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 841.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
841 Population 553/sq mi density
$271,500 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $271,500
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.4%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population841
Median Age49.6 yrs
Density553/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,934
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$15,508M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$271,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units417
Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity29.4%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking11.0%
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation422 ft (129 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+6.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 51%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.5%
Libraries17

Is Nassau Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nassau Lake receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Nassau Lake has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nassau Lake is $271,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Nassau Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Nassau Lake has a population of 841 with a density of 553 people per square mile. The median age is 49.6 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

841
Total Population
553
People / sq mi
49.6yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Nassau Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nassau Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nassau Lake is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Nassau Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,934
Avg Weekly Wage$1,515
IRS Avg AGI$76,866

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,500
County GDP$15,508M

Business (County)

Restaurants374
Healthcare371
Retail437
Manufacturing102

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nassau Lake is $271,500, 4% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$271,500
4% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.2%

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-Occupied74.8%
Housing Units417
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,520
115% above US avg
Effective Rate2.77%
In Nassau Lake, 29.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 21.2% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.4%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits70.2%
Premature Death7,122/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access78.4%
Healthcare Facilities371
Nassau Lake has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density553/sq mi
Coordinates42.5386°N, 73.6091°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36083
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.4-point margin. 81.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.3%
D 50.7%

Winner: Democrat by 1.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+6.4%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density553/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.5%
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities371
Restaurants374
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Nearby Cities

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