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Schroon Lake, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Schroon Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 898. Residents earn $67,188 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
898 Population 311/sq mi density
$67,188 Median Income $32,687 per capita
$252,200 Home Value
$659 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$252,200 home value, $659/mo rent
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,188
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $252,200
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.6%
12% higher than US avg
Median Rent $659
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

How Schroon Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population898
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density311/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,188
Per Capita$32,687
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$6,768M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$252,200
Rent$659
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units845
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity33.8%
Uninsured5.1%
Smoking12.7%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.5 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation871 ft (265 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.6%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+13.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute15 min
Broadband88.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries10

Is Schroon Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schroon Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Schroon Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schroon Lake is $67,188, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schroon Lake is $252,200, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $659 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Schroon Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.5 inches, including 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Schroon Lake has a population of 898 with a density of 311 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

898
Total Population
311
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Schroon Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schroon Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schroon Lake is $67,188, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Schroon Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,188
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,687
Avg Weekly Wage$1,146
IRS Avg AGI$76,418

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,417
County GDP$6,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants392
Healthcare274
Retail384
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone55.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Schroon Lake is $252,200, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $659 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,200
11% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$659
43% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

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-Occupied71.8%
Housing Units845
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,522
143% above US avg
Effective Rate3.38%
In Schroon Lake, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Schroon Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured5.1%
41% below US avg
Primary Care1:899
Dentists1:1,131
Mental Health1:210
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits66.4%
Premature Death7,391/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access99.2%
Healthcare Facilities274
Schroon Lake has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.5 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 65°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average40.8°F
24% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average65°F (18°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.5 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall104.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation871 ft (265 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density311/sq mi
Coordinates43.8351°N, 73.7669°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 37.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 88.5% 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+37.6%
12% above US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+13.1%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density311/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities274
Restaurants392
Retail Stores384

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone55.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.1%

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