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Peach Lake, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Peach Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 988. Residents earn $136,136 per year, which is 81% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
988 Population 430/sq mi density
$136,136 Median Income $61,545 per capita
$456,600 Home Value
$2,164 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 271 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$136,136 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$456,600 home value, $2,164/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $136,136
81% higher than US avg
Home Value $456,600
62% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.1%
66% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,164
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.6%
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population988
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$136,136
Per Capita$61,545
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$76,344M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$456,600
Rent$2,164
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units631
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity24.6%
Uninsured4.3%
Smoking8.5%
Depression19.2%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation628 ft (191 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.1%
High School+97.5%
Graduate+27.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 40% / D 59%
Commute39 min
Broadband93.8%
Libraries29

Is Peach Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peach Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Peach 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 Peach Lake is $136,136, which is significantly higher than the national average — 81% above $75,149. This places Peach Lake among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peach Lake is $456,600, making it a premium housing market at 62% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,164 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Peach Lake is a highly educated community — 56.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Peach Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 271 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Peach Lake has a population of 988 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86%).

Population

988
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%
Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Peach Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peach Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peach Lake is $136,136, which is 81% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Peach Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$136,136
81% above US avg
Per Capita Income$61,545
Avg Weekly Wage$2,482
IRS Avg AGI$242,927

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,324
County GDP$76,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,808
Healthcare2,172
Retail2,360
Manufacturing493

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home17.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Peach Lake is $456,600, 62% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,164 (86% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$456,600
62% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$513
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,164
86% above US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

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-Occupied84.2%
Housing Units631
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,715
349% above US avg
Effective Rate3.44%
In Peach Lake, 24.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.3% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 19.2% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.6%
23% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure23.5%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.9%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression19.2%
Mental Distress14.5%
Physical Distress9.4%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured4.3%
50% below US avg
Mental Health1:232
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits73.2%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access96.0%
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Peach Lake has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 271 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation628 ft (191 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates41.3705°N, 73.5769°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS09190
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 56.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 19.1-point margin. 93.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.7%
D 58.8%

Winner: Democrat by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.1%
66% above US avg
High School+97.5%
Graduate Degree+27.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.8%
Public Libraries29
Healthcare Facilities2,172
Restaurants1,808
Retail Stores2,360

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home17.0%

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