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Star Lake, NY

New York

Star Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 640. Residents earn $59,286 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
640 Population 147/sq mi density
$59,286 Median Income $35,139 per capita
$83,600 Home Value $118,091 Zillow
$731 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 251 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,286 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,600 home value, $731/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,286
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.5%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population640
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density147/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,286
Per Capita$35,139
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$6,588M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,600
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$118,091
Housing Units466
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity43.5%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking17.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days251/yr
Elevation1,478 ft (450 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+16.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries22

Is Star Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Star Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Star Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Star Lake is $59,286, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Star Lake is $83,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Star Lake has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 251 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Star Lake has a population of 640 with a density of 147 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 4.1% Black.

Population

640
Total Population
147
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Star Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Star Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Star Lake is $59,286, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Star Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,286
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,139
Avg Weekly Wage$1,202
IRS Avg AGI$63,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,104
County GDP$6,588M

Business (County)

Restaurants253
Healthcare233
Retail339
Manufacturing62

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Star Lake is $83,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $118,091.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,600
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$118,091

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

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-Occupied82.3%
Housing Units466
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,866
96% above US avg
Effective Rate8.21%
In Star Lake, 43.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.5%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,831
Dentists1:2,505
Mental Health1:404
Checkup Rate78.9%
Dental Visits49.6%
Premature Death8,243/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities233
Star Lake has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 251 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days251 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,478 ft (450 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.2 km²)
Population Density147/sq mi
Coordinates44.1695°N, 75.0389°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 18 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+16.5%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density147/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities233
Restaurants253
Retail Stores339

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone71.0%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home19.0%

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