New York · Metropolitan Area
West Sand Lake is a small town in New York with a population of 3,453. Residents earn $126,595 per year, which is 68% above the national average.
Based on current data, West Sand Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. West Sand Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in West Sand Lake is $126,595, which is significantly higher than the national average — 68% above $75,149. This places West Sand Lake among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in West Sand Lake is $322,300, 14% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $899 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Educational attainment is solid, with 44.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
West Sand Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $126,595 |
| 68% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,168 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,515 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,866 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.8% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,500 |
| County GDP | $15,508M |
| Restaurants | 374 |
| Healthcare | 371 |
| Retail | 437 |
| Manufacturing | 102 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,520 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.33% |
| Commute Time | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |
| Census Median | $322,300 |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $378,435 |
| Median List Price | $619,900 |
| Median List Price | $619,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $240 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 108.5% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $899 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 92.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,520 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.33% |
| Obesity | 28.7% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.8% |
| Depression | 20.7% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 100.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,122/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 371 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.1 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 559 ft (170 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 724/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6382°N, 73.5954°W |
| County FIPS | 36083 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 44.7% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 97.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 724/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 17 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 371 |
| Restaurants | 374 |
| Retail Stores | 437 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 11 |
| Avg Commute | 20.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.5% |