Shelter Island, NY
Livability
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Bikeability
4/10
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Walkability
5/10
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Transit
5/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
4/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
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Schools
7/10
local_airport
Airports
5/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
- 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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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- 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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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- 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
2,281
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.3%
64% (US)
College-Educated
55.0%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$129,410
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$1,019,000
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,023
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.4%
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 | 8 | 31 |
| Feb | 3 | 9 | 33 |
| Mar | 4 | 4 | 39 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 48 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 67 |
| Jul | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 46 |
| Dec | 4 | 4 | 37 |
Hazards
Blizzard
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 40% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (53%) (41%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 49%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, NY State Senate District 1, NY Assembly District 1, NYSchools
Shelter Island School
2 miles, NW
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3.7
Sag Harbor Elementary School
4 miles, S
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3.7
Pierson Middle/High School
4 miles, S
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4.1
Greenport Elementary School
5 miles, NW
•
2.8
Colleges
Eastern Suffolk BOCES
21 miles, W
Mitchell College
22 miles, NE
•
1.4
University of Connecticut-Avery Point
22 miles, NE
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4.1
Cortiva Institute-Groton
24 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital
5 miles, N
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3.2
Peconic Bay Medical Center
21 miles, W
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3.2
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
22 miles, NE
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3.2
The Connecticut Hospice Inc
31 miles, NW
Airports
Tweed-New Haven Airport
34 miles, NW
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1
Long Island MacArthur Airport
46 miles, W
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1.4
Bradley International Airport
64 miles, N
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2.8
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
64 miles, NE
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2.3