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Schuyler Lake, NY

New York

Schuyler Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 88. Residents earn $39,375 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
88 Population 27/sq mi density
$39,375 Median Income $30,520 per capita
$69,300 Home Value
$885 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$39,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,300 home value, $885/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,375
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent $885
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.0%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.8%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population88
Median Age60.7 yrs
Density27/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,375
Per Capita$30,520
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.8%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,300
Rent$885
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units109
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity30.0%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking13.6%
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation1,337 ft (408 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+71.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute26 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries13

Is Schuyler Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schuyler Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Schuyler Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schuyler Lake is $39,375, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schuyler Lake is $69,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $885 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Schuyler Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches, including 85.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Schuyler Lake has a population of 88 with a density of 27 people per square mile. The median age is 60.7 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%).

Population

88
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
60.7yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Schuyler Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.5%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.5%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Schuyler Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schuyler Lake is $39,375, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Schuyler Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,375
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,520
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.8%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Schuyler Lake is $69,300, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $885 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,300
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$885
24% 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-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate10.22%
In Schuyler Lake, 30.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 19.1% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.0%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression19.1%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Primary Care1:727
Dentists1:2,246
Mental Health1:439
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156
Schuyler Lake has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average42.8°F
21% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall85.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,337 ft (408 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates42.7786°N, 75.0335°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+71.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density27/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone77.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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