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Ocean Beach, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Ocean Beach is a small town in New York with a population of 36. Residents earn $84,688 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
36 Population 257/sq mi density
$84,688 Median Income $64,767 per capita
$968,800 Home Value $1,373,705 Zillow
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,688 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$968,800 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,688
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $968,800
244% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population36
Median Age66.0 yrs
Density257/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,688
Per Capita$64,767
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute42 min

Housing

F
Home Value$968,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,373,705
Housing Units636
Rent Burden32.8%

Health

Obesity32.4%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking14.9%
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation3 ft (1 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+30.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute42 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries63

Is Ocean Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ocean Beach receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Ocean Beach has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ocean Beach is $84,688, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ocean Beach is $968,800, making it a premium housing market at 244% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.4x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Ocean Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Ocean Beach has a population of 36 with a density of 257 people per square mile. The median age is 66.0 years, 70% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

36
Total Population
257
People / sq mi
66.0yrs
Median Age
70% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ocean Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ocean Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ocean Beach is $84,688, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Ocean Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,688
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$64,767
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.0 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ocean Beach is $968,800, 244% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,373,705.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$968,800
244% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,373,705

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.8%

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units636
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.61%
In Ocean Beach, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 19.2% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ocean Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Ocean Beach has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3 ft (1 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density257/sq mi
Coordinates40.6463°N, 73.1565°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 21.0% 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+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+30.0%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density257/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.0 min
Drive Alone33.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home66.7%

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