West Islip, NY

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 1/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
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
26,559 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
50.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$171,045 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$592,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,501 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,269 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
94.3% 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 red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (50%) 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 3 6 32
Feb 3 8 34
Mar 4 4 40
Apr 4 1 50
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 46
Dec 4 5 36

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Beach Street Middle School
<1 miles, NW · 4.1star
West Islip Senior High School
<1 miles, W · 5star
Paul J Bellew Elementary School
<1 miles, W · 4.6star
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Colleges

Eastern Suffolk BOCES
6 miles, NE · 2.8star
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Hospitals

Ns/Lij Hs Southside Hospital
3 miles, E · 3.2star
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Airports

Long Island MacArthur Airport
12 miles, E · 1.4star
Laguardia Airport
31 miles, NW · 4.6star
Westchester County Airport
33 miles, N · 1.4star
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