East Islip, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
13,687 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
38.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$146,890 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$577,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,435 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,089 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Suffolk County
1
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
4
New York
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Suffolk County
3
New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro Area
3
New York
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 6 31
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 4 4 39
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 4 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 39%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NY State Senate District 8, NY Assembly District 7, NY
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Schools

John F Kennedy Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
St Mary School
<1 miles, NW
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Colleges

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
4 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Ns/Lij Hs Southside Hospital
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
St Catherine of Siena Hospital
10 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Airports

Long Island MacArthur Airport
7 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Westchester County Airport
36 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
36 miles, NW • 4.6 star
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