Sackets Harbor, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Sackets Harbor is a small town in New York with a population of 1,348. Residents earn $80,263 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,348 Population 584/sq mi density
$80,263 Median Income $45,341 per capita
$224,600 Home Value $279,208 Zillow
$1,360 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,263 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$224,600 home value, $1,360/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,263
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $224,600
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.9%
48% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,360
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

How Sackets Harbor Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,348
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density584/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans16.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,263
Per Capita$45,341
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$8,276M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,600
Rent$1,360
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,208
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Elevation290 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.9%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries25

Is Sackets Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sackets Harbor receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Sackets Harbor stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sackets Harbor is $80,263, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sackets Harbor is $224,600, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,360 per month. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sackets Harbor has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sackets Harbor has a population of 1,348 with a density of 584 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

1,348
Total Population
584
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sackets Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sackets Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sackets Harbor is $80,263, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Sackets Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,263
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,341
Avg Weekly Wage$1,068
IRS Avg AGI$60,822

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,950
County GDP$8,276M

Business (County)

Restaurants307
Healthcare257
Retail442
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Sackets Harbor is $224,600, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,360 (17% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,208.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,600
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,208

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,360
17% above US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

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-Occupied41.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,803
94% above US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Sackets Harbor, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sackets Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death7,378/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.8%
Healthcare Facilities257

Crime Rates: Sackets Harbor vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Sackets Harbor has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.3°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation290 ft (88 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density584/sq mi
Coordinates43.9383°N, 76.1129°W
County FIPS36045
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 49.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.6-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.8%
D 38.2%

Winner: Republican by 23.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.9%
48% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density584/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities257
Restaurants307
Retail Stores442

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.1%

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