Kiamesha Lake, NY — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Sullivan County · New York
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Kiamesha Lake based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
348
2023 ACS
Median Income
$75,357
2023
Median Home Value
$111,400
2023
Median Rent
$1,602
2023
Median Age
40.6
Unemployment
0.0%
Cost of Living Index
116.8
100 = national avg
Kiamesha Lake is a city in Sullivan County, New York, with a population of 348 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Kiamesha Lake is one of the communities in New York.
The median household income in Kiamesha Lake is $75,357, and the median home value is $111,400. The cost of living index is 116.8 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $1,602 per month. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, and the median age is 40.6 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
348
Male
169
48.6%
Female
179
51.4%
Median Age
40.6
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
7.2%
High School or Higher
51.4%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Veterans
0.0%
Married
15.8%
Avg Household Size
2.0
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.631
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
44.5%
Foreign Born
0.0%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
7.5%
26 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
92.5%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
285
English Only
100.0%
#1 Non-English Language
N/A
Limited English
0.0%
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
100.0%
Limited English Proficiency
0.0%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
157
#1 Ancestry
Italian
30.7% (107)
#2 Ancestry
Dutch
7.2% (25)
#3 Ancestry
English
7.2% (25)
Top 3 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
176
Family Households
62
35.2%
Married Couples
22
12.5%
Non-Family Households
114
64.8%
Single Mother Households
8
4.5%
Single Father Households
32
18.2%
Living Alone
114
64.8%
Children Under 18
Total Children
59
In Married Couple
0
0.0%
With Single Mother
0
0.0%
With Single Father
59
100.0%
Avg Family Size
2.0
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
40
Grandparents Responsible
8
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$75,357
+3% vs national
Per Capita Income
$39,618
+7% vs national
Poverty Rate
0.0%
-100% vs national
Gini Index
0.2005
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
0.0%
-100% vs national
SNAP Recipients
18.2%
of households
How Kiamesha Lake Compares
Kiamesha Lake vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Kiamesha Lake is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Kiamesha Lake, NY has a median household income of $75,357, making it the 10,262nd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kiamesha Lake has a higher median household income than 64% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Kiamesha Lake, NY has a per capita income of $39,618, making it the 8,806th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Kiamesha Lake has a higher per capita income than 69% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Kiamesha Lake, NY has a poverty rate of 0.0%, making it the 28,681st highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Kiamesha Lake has a higher poverty rate than 8% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Kiamesha Lake, NY has a unemployment rate of 0.0%, making it the 24,264th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Kiamesha Lake has a higher unemployment rate than 22% of all the cities we measured.
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Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Kiamesha Lake. The median household income here is $75,357.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
0.0%
-100% vs NY avg
Labor Force
205
Employed
205
Mean Commute
16 min
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
7.2%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
51.4%
of adults 25+
Median Age
40.6
Work from Home
0.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the New York metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Software Developers
Top Median Wage
$161.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
116.8
100 = national avg
+16.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$51,394
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$121,477
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$1,070
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,302
per month
The median household income in Kiamesha Lake, NY is $75,357, which is 2.9% above the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $39,618. The poverty rate of 0.0% is lower than the NY state average of 10.6%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.2005, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 0.0%, compared to the state average of 5.0%. The labor force is 205. 7.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 16 minutes, with 0.0% working from home. About 100.0% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 116.8, which is 16.8% above the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 137.2. A single adult needs to earn approximately $51,394 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotZillow — January 2026
Zillow Home Value Index
$208,413
Kiamesha Lake vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with under 10,000 residents. Kiamesha Lake is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Kiamesha Lake, NY has a median home value of $111,400, making it the 20,695th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Kiamesha Lake has a higher median home value than 26% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Kiamesha Lake, NY has a median rent of $1,602, making it the 3,533rd highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Kiamesha Lake has a higher median rent than 84% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Kiamesha Lake, NY has a rent burden of 25.5%, making it the 3,113th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Kiamesha Lake has a higher rent burden than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$111,400
Median Rent
$1,602
Total Housing Units
251
Vacancy Rate
29.9%
Owner Occupied
55.1%
Renter Occupied
44.9%
Median Property Tax
$3,370
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$947
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$3,370
per year
Effective Tax Rate
3.02%
of home value
Median Home Value
$111,400
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($3,370) by the median home value ($111,400). In Kiamesha Lake, NY, this works out to an effective rate of 3.02%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The median home value in Kiamesha Lake, NY is $111,400. According to Zillow, the home value index for Kiamesha Lake is $208,413. The median rent is $1,602 per month (Census ACS). About 55.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1966. There are 251 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $3,370. The effective tax rate is 3.02%, above the national average.
Crime data is not yet available for Kiamesha Lake. The FBI UCR/NIBRS program does not cover all jurisdictions.
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
78.3
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
77.6
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
48.0
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
56.2
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
35
Public Assistance
$36.6M
Individual Assistance
$1.5M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
12 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 37 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
939
Total Claims Paid
$16,205,388
Avg Claim Payout
$17,258
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
14
Federal Funding
$3,716,836
Properties Protected
34
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
1.11
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 403.1: Stormwater Management - Culverts | 3 | $122,664 |
| 402.1: Infrastructure Protective Measures (Roads and Bridges) | 3 | $610,547 |
| 200.1: Acquisition of Private Real Property (Structures and Land) - Riverine | 2 | $1,115,400 |
| 400.1: Utility Protective Measures (Electric, Gas, etc.) | 1 | $0 |
| 601.1: Generators; 601.2: Generators - Regular | 1 | $1,726,697 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Kiamesha Lake has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are hurricane, cold wave, landslide. The area has had 35 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (12 declarations). 939 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $36,635,619 in public assistance recovery funding. $1,495,862 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 14 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
36.6%
0.5pp above the national average
Depression Rate
20.1%
3.4pp below the national average
Diabetes Rate
15.8%
3.9pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
10.3%
near the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
39.3%
Arthritis
30.2%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.0%
Teeth Lost (65+)
26.7%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
17.6%
14+ days in past month
Depression
20.1%
Loneliness
32.3%
Lack of Support
26.5%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
34.9%
Mobility
19.4%
Cognitive
16.2%
Hearing
7.6%
Vision
8.1%
Self-Care
6.5%
Independent Living
11.2%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Kiamesha Lake has an obesity rate of 36.6%, which is 0.5pp above the national average. The depression rate is 20.1%, 3.4pp below the national average. About 10.3% of adults lack health insurance. 80.1% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.3 / 5
Nearest Hospital
11.5 mi
Ellenville Regional Hospital
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellenville Regional Hospital | 11.5 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Garnet Health Medical Center Catskills | 17.2 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Garnet Health Medical Center | 18.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Bon Secours Community Hospital | 21.2 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Wayne Memorial Hospital | 30.7 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Pop. Served
879
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| KIAMESHA ARTESIAN SPRING WATER COMPANY | 879 | 2 |
There are 1 water system serving the area. 2 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
16 min
-30% vs national
Drive Alone
100.0%
+27% vs national
Work From Home
0.0%
-100% vs national
Carpool
0.0%
How Kiamesha Lake's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
The average commute in Kiamesha Lake, NY is 16 minutes, which is 29.9% below the national average of 23 minutes. 100.0% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
49.4%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
49.4%
of households
No Internet
50.6%
of households
Total Households
176
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
100.0%
of households
Smartphone
49.4%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
49.4%
of households
Tablet
86.4%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
24.4¢
per kWh
+28% vs Under 10,000 avg
Commercial Rate
18.8¢
per kWh
+21% vs Under 10,000 avg
Industrial Rate
9.2¢
per kWh
-23% vs Under 10,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$140
residential
-5% vs Under 10,000 avg
43% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in New York averages 24.4¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $140. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Kiamesha Lake vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (Under 10,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
1
Population Served
879
Violations (5yr)
2
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KIAMESHA ARTESIAN SPRING WATER COMPANY | Community | Ground water | 879 | 2 |
49.4% of households in Kiamesha Lake have broadband internet access. 49.4% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 50.6% of households have no internet access. The area is served by 1 water system, providing water to 879 people. A total of 2 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Kiamesha Lake is located in Sullivan County, NY. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Kiamesha Lake.
Election Overview
Source: Sullivan County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
14,549
41.6%
GOP Votes
20,386
58.4%
Total Votes
34,935
Margin
R+16.7%
Shift from 2020
R+7.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 14,549 | 20,386 | 34,935 | 41.6% | 58.4% | R+16.7 |
| 2020 | 15,489 | 18,665 | 34,647 | 44.7% | 53.9% | R+9.2 |
| 2016 | 10,983 | 14,626 | 26,509 | 41.4% | 55.2% | R+13.7 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Sullivan County recorded 34,935 total votes. Republicans won the county with 58.4% of the vote compared to 41.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+16.7%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+7.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Sullivan County has shifted 3.0 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
8
Total Assets
$147K
Total Income
$777K
Per 10K Residents
229.9
nonprofits
+55.4% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
0
Median Assets
$147K
Oldest Active
1956
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationNonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Largest Nonprofits in Kiamesha Lake
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMF| Organization | Category | Assets | Income | Est. | IRS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEBREW DAY SCHOOL OF SULLIVAN COUNTY | Education | $147K | $777K | 1956 |
Kiamesha Lake, NY has 8 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $147K. The most common category is Religion-Related, with 7 organizations. That works out to 229.9 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1956.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
6
Total Approved
$1.9M
Jobs Supported
25
Per 10K Residents
172.4
SBA loans
+104.3% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
6
Top Lender
KeyBank National Association
1 loans
Top Industry
Retail Trade
Data Span
2005–2024
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
6
Total Amount
$1.9M
Avg Loan
$320,833
Median Loan
$147,500
SBA Guaranteed
$1.5M(75%)
Jobs Supported
25
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
3
50% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$815K
42% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$271,667
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population Under 10,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Shree Bowling Corp | 1 | $1.1M |
| Caskill Bsd Housing Inc | 1 | $520K |
| Catskill Kosher Express Inc. | 1 | $245K |
| Yiddish Oitzross Inc | 1 | $50K |
| Gafen Associates Inc | 1 | $35K |
| Challoran Transport Systems | 1 | $25K |
Kiamesha Lake, NY has received 6 SBA loans totaling $1.9M in approved funding between 2005 and 2024. The 7(a) program accounts for 6 loans (100% of the total), supporting 25 jobs. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Retail Trade. The most active SBA lender in Kiamesha Lake is KeyBank National Association with 1 loans. That works out to 172.4 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
22
Total Population
44,929
Avg Median Income
-$90,835,584
Avg Home Value
-$121,012,480
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12435 | 181 | $84,479 | $262,900 | N/A | 8.0 |
| 12701 | 12,191 | $56,601 | $178,300 | $989 | 61.0 |
| 12733 | 1,891 | N/A | N/A | $1,699 | 3.7 |
| 12734 | 563 | $37,234 | $241,700 | $635 | 14.1 |
| 12738 | 444 | $72,479 | N/A | N/A | 2.1 |
| 12742 | 132 | $144,167 | $325,800 | N/A | 2.3 |
| 12747 | 2,036 | $61,875 | $302,000 | $929 | 17.1 |
| 12749 | 507 | $170,524 | N/A | N/A | 2.2 |
| 12751 | 1,340 | $54,030 | $119,100 | $1,361 | 2.6 |
| 12754 | 8,525 | $56,597 | $190,700 | $905 | 28.3 |
| 12759 | 1,835 | $60,656 | $77,500 | $1,148 | 3.9 |
| 12762 | 453 | $112,545 | $413,400 | $1,354 | 9.2 |
| 12763 | 615 | N/A | $237,500 | $1,591 | 14.1 |
| 12775 | 2,661 | $108,125 | $406,100 | $1,466 | 13.6 |
| 12777 | 791 | $143,750 | $329,500 | N/A | 44.7 |
| 12778 | 456 | $66,406 | $179,500 | N/A | 1.7 |
| 12779 | 2,207 | $48,914 | $275,200 | $968 | 6.7 |
| 12783 | 1,357 | $60,781 | $209,500 | $1,354 | 31.7 |
| 12784 | 0 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.2 |
| 12785 | 968 | $122,167 | $227,600 | N/A | 13.6 |
| 12788 | 3,122 | $86,176 | $255,900 | $907 | 22.2 |
| 12789 | 2,654 | $69,636 | $159,900 | $941 | 15.9 |
Kiamesha Lake, NY has 22 ZIP codes with a combined population of 44,929. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$90,835,584. The average median home value is -$121,012,480. The average median monthly rent is -$242,423,504.
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