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Putnam Lake, NY
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Putnam Lake, NY
At a Glance
How Putnam Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Putnam Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Putnam Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Putnam Lake residents earn a median household income of $105,284 , which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,855. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,328 business establishments, including 222 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Putnam Lake is $308,600 , 9% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $512,017. Median rent is $2,568/month, with 33.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1951.
Safety & Crime
Putnam Lake reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 383/100K.
Education
28.0% of adults in Putnam Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below the national average). 89.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Putnam Lake has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.