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Sandy Creek, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Sandy Creek is a small town in New York with a population of 586. Residents earn $67,292 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
586 Population 434/sq mi density
$67,292 Median Income $37,974 per capita
$101,900 Home Value
$597 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,292 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,900 home value, $597/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,292
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,900
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $597
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

How Sandy Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population586
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density434/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,292
Per Capita$37,974
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$9,256M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,900
Rent$597
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units286
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking19.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation501 ft (153 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries11

Is Sandy Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sandy Creek receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sandy Creek stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sandy Creek is $67,292, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sandy Creek is $101,900, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $597 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sandy Creek has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sandy Creek has a population of 586 with a density of 434 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

586
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Sandy Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sandy Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sandy Creek is $67,292, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sandy Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,292
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,974
Avg Weekly Wage$1,195
IRS Avg AGI$64,442

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,324
County GDP$9,256M

Business (County)

Restaurants277
Healthcare193
Retail338
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sandy Creek is $101,900, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $597 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,900
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$597
49% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

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-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units286
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,555
87% above US avg
Effective Rate6.43%
In Sandy Creek, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sandy Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep42.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,498
Dentists1:2,151
Mental Health1:540
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death9,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.6%
Healthcare Facilities193
Sandy Creek has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average44.7°F
17% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation501 ft (153 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates43.6434°N, 76.0863°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36075
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.2-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.1%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density434/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants277
Retail Stores338

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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