East Shoreham, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

East Shoreham is a small city in New York with a population of 7,279. Residents earn $165,789 per year, which is 121% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
7,279 Population 1,348/sq mi density
$165,789 Median Income $53,002 per capita
$542,000 Home Value
$1,910 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$165,789 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$542,000 home value, $1,910/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $165,789
121% higher than US avg
Home Value $542,000
92% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.4%
26% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,910
64% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

How East Shoreham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population7,279
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,348/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A+
Median Income$165,789
Per Capita$53,002
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$542,000
Rent$1,910
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation129 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.4%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute35 min
Libraries65

Is East Shoreham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Shoreham receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. East Shoreham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Shoreham is $165,789, which is significantly higher than the national average — 121% above $75,149. This places East Shoreham among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Shoreham is $542,000, making it a premium housing market at 92% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,910 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Shoreham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

East Shoreham has a population of 7,279 with a density of 1,348 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

7,279
Total Population
1,348
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Shoreham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Shoreham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Shoreham is $165,789, which is 121% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: East Shoreham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$165,789
121% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,002
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,343
County GDP$139,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,024
Healthcare5,146
Retail6,106
Manufacturing1,670

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Work from Home12.7%

Walkability

The median home value in East Shoreham is $542,000, 92% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,910 (64% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$542,000
92% above US avg
Median List Price$834,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$834,900
$/Sq Ft$293
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,910
64% above US avg

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-Occupied96.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In East Shoreham, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Shoreham vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.2%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression17.9%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146

Crime Rates: East Shoreham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

East Shoreham has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation129 ft (39 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Coordinates40.9502°N, 72.8754°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 42.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.4%
26% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Work from Home12.7%

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