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North Creek, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

North Creek is a small town in New York with a population of 457. Residents earn $54,856 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
457 Population 260/sq mi density
$54,856 Median Income $36,505 per capita
$198,300 Home Value $289,203 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 26.1% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$54,856 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$198,300 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,856
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $198,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.1%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population457
Median Age60.5 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,856
Per Capita$36,505
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$6,768M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,203
Housing Units313
Rent Burden26.1%

Health

Obesity31.1%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking13.1%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,144 ft (349 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.4%
EV Stations7
Libraries10

Is North Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. North Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Creek is $54,856, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Creek is $198,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

North Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 101.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

North Creek has a population of 457 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 60.5 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

457
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
60.5yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

North Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Creek is $54,856, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: North Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,856
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,505
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$76,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,417
County GDP$6,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants392
Healthcare274
Retail384
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in North Creek is $198,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,203.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,300
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,203

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden26.1%

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-Occupied65.9%
Housing Units313
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Effective Rate4.30%
In North Creek, 31.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.1%
3% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Primary Care1:899
Dentists1:1,131
Mental Health1:210
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death7,391/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities274
North Creek has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average41.0°F
24% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall101.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,144 ft (349 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates43.6913°N, 73.9855°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 4.2-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities274
Restaurants392
Retail Stores384

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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