Sackets Harbor

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Sackets Harbor, NY Area Guide

Avg Rent

$902

Population

1,398

Renter Mix

40% Rent

One of New York’s smallest lakeside villages packed with history

Rural Fishing Bayfront Historic Lake

Sackets Harbor is a small village on Lake Ontario, nestled between Henderson and Black River Bay. As one of New York State’s Heritage Areas, there are multiple historical attractions and markers throughout town. Sackets Harbors was one a major hub of American naval and military activity, and most attractions such as the Sackets Harbor Battlefield center around this history. Engulfed in bayside beauty, residents take full advantage through watersports like sailing and windsurfing. You can find locals enjoying a delicious meal or cold beer at waterfront eateries and bars. Residents also love to spend their time at nearby beaches. Westcott Beach State Park is less than seven minutes away and is a great spot for camping and fishing. Sackets Harbor is active throughout the year, but during summertime, the town hosts concerts and festivals. From picturesque views of Lake Ontario to a community centered on relaxation, it’s clear this tiny village has a lot to offer renters looking for a new apartment or house.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$78,767

Average: $88,768

Education

476

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

605

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

25-34 Years

Approximately 14% of Residents

Under 20

19%

Over 65

22%

Housing Distribution

Sackets Harbor has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
40%
Non-Renters
60%

Education Distribution

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Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%

Rent Trends

As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Sackets Harbor, NY is $750 for a studio, $902 for one bedroom, $1,078 for two bedrooms, and $1,193 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Sackets Harbor has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$902/month
797 Sq Ft
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Schools

Sackets Harbor Central School

Public

Grades PK-12

412 Students

Sackets Harbor Central School

Public

Grades PK-12

412 Students

Sackets Harbor Central School

Public

Grades PK-12

412 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site
  • Westcott Beach State Park
  • Robert G. Wehle State Park
  • Long Point State Park-Thousand Islands

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.