Orient, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
4/10
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Transit
4/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
1/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
1,152
332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.9 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
45.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
58.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$88,293
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9%
88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$923,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$992
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,061
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.9%
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 | 3 | 11 | 26 |
| Feb | 3 | 10 | 29 |
| Mar | 4 | 6 | 35 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 47 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 50 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 41 |
| Dec | 4 | 8 | 31 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 56% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.
Liberal (57%) (38%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 44%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, NY State Senate District 1, NY Assembly District 1, NYSchools
Oysterponds Elementary School
3 miles, W
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3.2
Greenport Elementary School
7 miles, W
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2.8
Greenport High School
7 miles, W
•
4.1
Shelter Island School
7 miles, SW
•
3.7
Colleges
Mitchell College
15 miles, NE
•
1.4
University of Connecticut-Avery Point
15 miles, NE
•
4.1
Cortiva Institute-Groton
17 miles, NE
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1.4
United States Coast Guard Academy
18 miles, NE
Hospitals
Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital
6 miles, W
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3.2
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NE
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3.2
Westerly Hospital
26 miles, E
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4.1
Peconic Bay Medical Center
27 miles, W
•
3.2
Airports
Tweed-New Haven Airport
34 miles, NW
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1
Long Island MacArthur Airport
51 miles, W
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1.4
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
58 miles, E
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2.3
Bradley International Airport
59 miles, N
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2.8