Star Lake, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
640 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$59,286 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$479 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$492 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
47.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Lawrence County
1
Massena-Ogdensburg Urban Area
1
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Lawrence County
1
Massena-Ogdensburg Urban Area
1
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 24 16
Feb 2 20 18
Mar 3 14 27
Apr 3 4 41
May 3 0 53
Jun 4 0 62
Jul 4 0 66
Aug 4 0 65
Sep 4 0 57
Oct 4 1 46
Nov 4 7 35
Dec 3 23 22

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (50%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 21, NY State Senate District 49, NY Assembly District 117, NY
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Schools

Clifton-Fine Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Harrisville Elementary School
14 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

St Lawrence University
30 miles, N • 3.2 star
Clarkson University
34 miles, NE • 4.6 star
SUNY College at Potsdam
34 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Gouverneur Hospital
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Lewis County General Hospital
34 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Ogdensburg International Airport
41 miles, N • 1 star
Watertown International Airport
50 miles, W • 1 star
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