Home Value
$245,400
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$758
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Van Wyck Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population970
Median Age53.7 yrs
Density93/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,620
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$5,253M
Commute36 min
Housing
Home Value$245,400
Rent$758
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity33.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
Climate
Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation556 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+91.4%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute36 min
Libraries3
Is Van Wyck a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Van Wyck receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Van Wyck has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Van Wyck is $245,400, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $758 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
17.3% 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 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Van Wyck enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Van Wyck has a population of 970 with a density of 93 people per square mile. The median age is 53.7 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 11.2% Black.
Population
53.7yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Van Wyck is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.
Income
| |
| Per Capita Income | $28,620 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,241 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $84,245 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,236 |
| County GDP | $5,253M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 162 |
| Healthcare | 186 |
| Retail | 272 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.39% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 36.4 min |
| Work from Home | 13.4% |
The median home value in Van Wyck is $245,400, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $758 (35% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $245,400 |
| 13% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $758 |
| 35% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,400 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.39% |
In Van Wyck, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Van Wyck vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.3% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 4.7% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 10.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,214/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 186 |
Crime Rates: Van Wyck vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Van Wyck has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
42°F Jan (5°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 60.9°F |
| 13% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.8 inches |
| 26% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 2.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 556 ft (169 m) |
| Area | 10.4 sq mi (27.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 93/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.8556°N, 80.8293°W |
| County FIPS | 45057 |