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West Sand Lake, NY
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West Sand Lake, NY
At a Glance
How West Sand Lake Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Sand Lake's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Sand Lake a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Sand Lake residents earn a median household income of $126,595 , which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,168. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,500 business establishments, including 374 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Sand Lake is $322,300 , 14% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $378,435. Median rent is $899/month, with 51.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
West Sand Lake reports 701 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 84% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,368/100K.
Education
44.7% of adults in West Sand Lake hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% above the national average). 97.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Sand Lake has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.