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Centre Island, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Centre Island is a small town in New York with a population of 308. Residents earn $213,542 per year, which is 184% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
308 Population 283/sq mi density
$213,542 Median Income $196,146 per capita
$1,652,800 Home Value
$3,501 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$213,542 median income, 2.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$1,652,800 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
62.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $213,542
184% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,652,800
486% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 62.7%
86% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

How Centre Island Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population308
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$213,542
Per Capita$196,146
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute44 min

Housing

C
Home Value$1,652,800
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units216
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity26.9%
Uninsured4.2%
Smoking8.1%
Depression16.1%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation57 ft (17 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+62.7%
High School+96.3%
Graduate+32.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute44 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries63

Is Centre Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Centre Island receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Centre Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Centre Island is $213,542, which is significantly higher than the national average — 184% above $75,149. This places Centre Island among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Centre Island is $1,652,800, making it a premium housing market at 486% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Centre Island is a highly educated community — 62.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Centre Island enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Centre Island has a population of 308 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

308
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Centre Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.6%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.4%
82% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Centre Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Centre Island is $213,542, which is 184% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Centre Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$213,542
184% above US avg
Per Capita Income$196,146
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.4 min
Drive Alone50.7%
Public Transit7.5%
Work from Home23.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Centre Island is $1,652,800, 486% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,652,800
486% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$862
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio92.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.0%
Housing Units216
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate0.94%
In Centre Island, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.2% of residents lack health insurance. 8.1% are current smokers. 16.1% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Centre Island vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.9%
16% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.1%
42% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression16.1%
Mental Distress14.6%
Physical Distress9.6%
Short Sleep40.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured4.2%
51% below US avg
Primary Care1:734
Dentists1:824
Mental Health1:259
Checkup Rate79.8%
Dental Visits69.3%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Centre Island has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall18.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation57 ft (17 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates40.8985°N, 73.5219°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 62.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+62.7%
86% above US avg
High School+96.3%
Graduate Degree+32.1%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.4 min
Drive Alone50.7%
Public Transit7.5%
Work from Home23.3%

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