New York · Metropolitan Area
South Lansing is a small town in New York with a population of 1,233. Residents earn $162,846 per year, which is 117% above the national average.
Based on current data, South Lansing receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. South Lansing stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in South Lansing is $162,846, which is significantly higher than the national average — 117% above $75,149. This places South Lansing among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in South Lansing is $361,000, 28% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,363 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
South Lansing has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 64.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 96.7% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.3% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $162,846 |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,965 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,342 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,199 |
| Unemployment | 7.1% |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,766 |
| County GDP | $7,966M |
| Restaurants | 308 |
| Healthcare | 284 |
| Retail | 297 |
| Manufacturing | 90 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,596 |
| 203% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.94% |
| Commute Time | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |
| Census Median | $361,000 |
| 28% above US avg |
| $/Sq Ft | $225 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.2% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,363 |
| 17% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,596 |
| 203% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.94% |
| Obesity | 27.3% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.2% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.5% |
| Depression | 23.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,563/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 284 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 21°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 39.5 inches |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 64.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 933 ft (284 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 447/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5325°N, 76.4963°W |
| County FIPS | 36109 |
Winner: Democrat by 50.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.5% |
| 44% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 447/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 284 |
| Restaurants | 308 |
| Retail Stores | 297 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 17.1 min |
| Work from Home | 8.2% |