Greenlawn, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
14,986 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
48.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$161,442 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$626,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$775 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.1% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (44%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 7 31
Feb 3 8 33
Mar 4 4 39
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 5 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Harborfields High School
<1 miles, E · 4.6star
Thomas J Lahey Elementary School
<1 miles, E · 3.7star
Oldfield Middle School
<1 miles, NW · 4.1star
Elwood Middle School
2 miles, SE · 4.1star
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Colleges

Western Suffolk BOCES
2 miles, E · 1.9star
Five Towns College
5 miles, SW · 1.9star
Farmingdale State College
8 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Hospitals

Ns/Lij Hs Huntington Hospital
3 miles, NW · 4.1star
St Catherine of Siena Hospital
8 miles, E · 1.4star
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Airports

Long Island MacArthur Airport
15 miles, SE · 1.4star
Westchester County Airport
23 miles, NW · 1.4star
Laguardia Airport
27 miles, W · 4.6star
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