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Cost of living in Lake Ronkonkoma summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Lake Ronkonkoma. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around New York. Key points include:
The cost of living in Lake Ronkonkoma is 136 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Lake Ronkonkoma is 1.4x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Lake Ronkonkoma is $629,051.
The median income in Lake Ronkonkoma is $101,633.
Lake Ronkonkoma's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Lake Ronkonkoma Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Lake Ronkonkoma | New York | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 136 | 121 | 100 |
| Services | 103 | 105 | 100 |
| Groceries | 105 | 108 | 100 |
| Health | 196 | 143 | 100 |
| Housing | 113 | 112 | 100 |
| Transportation | 112 | 114 | 100 |
| Utilities | 113 | 111 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Lake Ronkonkoma, NY Weather
The average high in Lake Ronkonkoma is 60.6° and the average low is 44.0°.
There are 77.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 47.8 inches of precipitation each year with 27.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Lake Ronkonkoma |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 60.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 44.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 77.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 47.8 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 27.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Lake Ronkonkoma Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Lake Ronkonkoma
The current population in Lake Ronkonkoma is 18,221. The population has decreased 15.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18,221 | -0.4% |
| 2023 | 18,289 | -0.3% |
| 2022 | 18,339 | 0.7% |
| 2021 | 18,214 | -1.8% |
| 2020 | 18,555 | -10.2% |
| 2019 | 20,667 | -0.5% |
| 2018 | 20,780 | 1.9% |
| 2017 | 20,393 | 2.6% |
| 2016 | 19,882 | -0.3% |
| 2015 | 19,943 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 19,933 | 0.7% |
| 2013 | 19,800 | -3.6% |
| 2012 | 20,536 | -3.0% |
| 2011 | 21,164 | -1.6% |
| 2010 | 21,506 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Lake Ronkonkoma
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Lake Ronkonkoma is:
68.5% White with 12,489 White residents.
3.4% African American with 611 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 17 American Indian residents.
9.0% Asian with 1,647 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.0% Other with 0 Other residents.
4.2% Two Or More with 758 Two Or More residents.
14.8% Hispanic with 2,699 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Lake Ronkonkoma | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 68.5% | 52.8% | 57.4% |
| African American | 3.4% | 13.4% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 9.0% | 9.0% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 1.0% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.2% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 14.8% | 19.8% | 19.3% |
Gender in Lake Ronkonkoma
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Lake Ronkonkoma is 51.9% female with 9,457 female residents.
Lake Ronkonkoma is 48.1% male with 8,764 male residents.
| Gender | Lake Ronkonkoma | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.2% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.8% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Lake Ronkonkoma for adults over 25
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3.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed < 9th grade.
3.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed 9-12th grade.
33.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed high school / ged.
19.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed some college.
9.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed associate's degree.
19.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed bachelor's degree.
11.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed master's degree.
2.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed professional degree.
1.0% of adults in Lake Ronkonkoma completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Lake Ronkonkoma | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 3.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 33.0% | 24.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 19.0% | 15.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 9.0% | 9.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 19.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 11.0% | 13.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 2.0% | 3.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Lake Ronkonkoma, New York
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4.8% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn Less than $10,000.
1.1% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.1% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $15,000 to $24,999.
7.0% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $25,000 to $34,999.
6.2% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $35,000 to $49,999.
15.7% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.9% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $75,000 to $99,999.
20.6% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $100,000 to $149,999.
11.6% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $150,000 to $199,999.
19.1% of households in Lake Ronkonkoma earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Lake Ronkonkoma | NY | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 4.8% | 5.8% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 1.1% | 3.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.1% | 6.3% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 7.0% | 6.2% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 6.2% | 8.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.7% | 13.6% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.9% | 11.4% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.6% | 16.7% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 11.6% | 10.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 19.1% | 17.1% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
