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Point Lookout, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Point Lookout is a small town in New York with a population of 996. Residents earn $108,371 per year, which is 44% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
996 Population 3,689/sq mi density
$108,371 Median Income $86,887 per capita
$1,049,100 Home Value $1,335,364 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent 24.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$108,371 median income, 1.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.2 / 5.0
$1,049,100 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
55.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $108,371
44% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,049,100
272% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 55.0%
63% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.9%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population996
Median Age60.3 yrs
Density3,689/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$108,371
Per Capita$86,887
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute36 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,049,100
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,335,364
Housing Units782
Rent Burden24.6%

Health

Obesity27.9%
Uninsured4.0%
Smoking8.2%
Depression16.5%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation8 ft (2 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+55.0%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+29.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute36 min
Broadband90.6%
EV Stations3
Libraries63

Is Point Lookout a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Point Lookout receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. 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. Point Lookout offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Point Lookout is $108,371, which is significantly higher than the national average — 44% above $75,149. This places Point Lookout among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Point Lookout is $1,049,100, making it a premium housing market at 272% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Point Lookout is a highly educated community — 55.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Point Lookout experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°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 48.6 inches, including 25.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Point Lookout has a population of 996 with a density of 3,689 people per square mile. The median age is 60.3 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

996
Total Population
3,689
People / sq mi
60.3yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Point Lookout vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Point Lookout vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Point Lookout is $108,371, which is 44% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Point Lookout vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$108,371
44% above US avg
Per Capita Income$86,887
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% 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 Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.9 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit7.3%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Point Lookout is $1,049,100, 272% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,335,364.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,049,100
272% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,335,364

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden24.6%

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-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units782
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Point Lookout, 27.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.0% of residents lack health insurance. 8.2% are current smokers. 16.5% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Point Lookout vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.9%
13% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.1%
Cancer8.0%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.2%
41% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression16.5%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured4.0%
53% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits70.1%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Point Lookout has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall25.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation8 ft (2 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density3,689/sq mi
Coordinates40.5906°N, 73.5794°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 55.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 90.6% 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+55.0%
63% above US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+29.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,689/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.9 min
Drive Alone67.2%
Public Transit7.3%
Work from Home19.0%

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