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Sylvan Beach, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Sylvan Beach is a small town in New York with a population of 889. Residents earn $55,268 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
889 Population 1,288/sq mi density
$55,268 Median Income $42,496 per capita
$151,600 Home Value $211,271 Zillow
$941 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$55,268 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,600 home value, $941/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,268
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.5%
30% lower than US avg
Median Rent $941
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

How Sylvan Beach Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population889
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density1,288/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,268
Per Capita$42,496
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,600
Rent$941
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$211,271
Housing Units931
Rent Burden17.1%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking14.5%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.9 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.5%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+13.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute31 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries21

Is Sylvan Beach a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sylvan Beach 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sylvan Beach offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sylvan Beach is $55,268, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sylvan Beach is $151,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $941 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sylvan Beach has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches, including 151.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sylvan Beach has a population of 889 with a density of 1,288 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

889
Total Population
1,288
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sylvan Beach vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sylvan Beach vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sylvan Beach is $55,268, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Sylvan Beach vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,268
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,496
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Sylvan Beach is $151,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $941 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $211,271.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,600
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$211,271

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$941
19% below US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

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-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units931
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.88%
In Sylvan Beach, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sylvan Beach vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Sylvan Beach has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.9 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.1°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.9 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall151.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,288/sq mi
Coordinates43.2067°N, 75.7214°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.5%
30% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+13.6%
School Test Score5.39
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,288/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone70.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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