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Lake Katrine, NY


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Lake Katrine, New York

Lake Katrine, New York, in Ulster county, is 47 miles S of Albany, New York (center to center) and 86 miles N of New York, New York. There are an estimated 2,396 people in the town.

The People and Families of Lake Katrine

In Lake Katrine, about 37% of adults are married. In Lake Katrine, lots of people live on their own. Though there are lots of families, the town isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Lake Katrine has a larger percentage of females than most places. The town has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Lake Katrine had a median family income of $46,375.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($2,000) in Lake Katrine. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Lake Katrine Housing

Approximately 61% of housing in Lake Katrine is owner-occupied. The town contains many homes that have been built in recent years. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in Lake Katrine.

Commuting

In Lake Katrine, 94% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Lake Katrine strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

CategoryTrophy
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 9%Lake Katrine Well-Paid Single Women
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 15%Lake Katrine Public Transportation Use

Comparative Profile of Lake Katrine, NY

Comparing Lake Katrine to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Well-Paid Single Women107
Senior Citizens910
Age of the Population910
Well-Paid Single Men85
Racial Diversity86
Children Under 5 Years Old11
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size22
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults84
Median Family Income74
People in Middle Class or Better63
People Above Poverty43

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use94
Walking and Biking to Work76
Short Commute Times67
Working at Home32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals108
People Living Alone99
Seasonal and Vacation Housing88
Housing Recently Built69
Affordability of Property Taxes28
Affordability of Rents15
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