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Saranac Lake, NY
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Saranac Lake, NY
At a Glance
How Saranac Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Saranac Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Saranac Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Saranac Lake residents earn a median household income of $60,494 , which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,013. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,108 business establishments, including 113 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Saranac Lake is $188,900 , 33% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $317,171. Median rent is $826/month, with 25.6% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Saranac Lake reports 172 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,328/100K.
Education
42.8% of adults in Saranac Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Saranac Lake has an average annual temperature of 40°F (4°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 258 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.