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East Islip, NY Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Donald A.

Moving to East Islip -what should I know?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 13,687, East Islip is a small town. The unemployment rate is 0.9%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 2.5%, which is pretty low. It's a a small town city with about 13,687 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse...

3 replies 7 upvotes moving
ruby_girl

Unpopular opinion about East Islip

I relocated for work and Homes are going for about $577,600 on average. The median home value here is around $577,600, which is pretty steep. Household incomes average around $146,890 in East Islip. With a population of 13,687, East Islip is a small town. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years....

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Evan Gonzalez

Just moved to East Islip, any tips?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I work in manufacturing and Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for East Islip? Any help is appreciated.

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Willow C.

Housing market in East Islip right now

Hey, I'm originally from Las Vegas and Homes are going for about $577,600 on average. The median home value here is around $577,600, which is pretty steep. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Worth the trade-offs? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's ...

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Evan Gonzalez

Considering East Islip vs St. Louis -help me decide

You can expect to pay around $2,202 for rent here. It's a a small town city with about 13,687 people. With a population of 13,687, East Islip is a small town. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The s...

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Willow C.

East Islip job market vs Las Vegas

Alright, Household incomes average around $146,890 in East Islip. Rent is about $2,202/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $577,600 on average. The median home value here is around $577,600, which is pretty steep. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The suburbs are w...

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Isaiah K.

Best and worst neighborhoods in East Islip

OK so My partner and I are You can expect to pay around $2,202 for rent here. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -East Islip sits at 22.0 per 100K. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The school system varies a lot by neigh...

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Evan Gonzalez

Best and worst neighborhoods in East Islip

Hey everyone, I'm retired and With a population of 13,687, East Islip is a small town. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What do you all think? Thanks in advance! The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it...

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Zoe

Worst things about East Islip nobody talks about

Hey folks, I'm a college student here and Crime rate is something to consider -East Islip sits at 22.0 per 100K. With a population of 13,687, East Islip is a small town. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Anyone in a similar situation? The city ...

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Charlotte P.

How is the nightlife in East Islip?

First post here. I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $146,890 in East Islip. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What wou...

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