East Williston, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

East Williston is a small town in New York with a population of 2,627. Residents earn $236,000 per year, which is 214% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,627 Population 4,609/sq mi density
$236,000 Median Income $84,195 per capita
$1,060,200 Home Value $1,344,914 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$236,000 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$1,060,200 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $236,000
214% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,060,200
276% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.9%
107% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.5%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,627
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density4,609/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A+
Median Income$236,000
Per Capita$84,195
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute38 min

Housing

A
Home Value$1,060,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,344,914

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity24.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression14.8%
Heart Disease3.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation125 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.9%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute38 min
Libraries63

Is East Williston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Williston 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 Williston 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 Williston is $236,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 214% above $75,149. This places East Williston among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Williston is $1,060,200, making it a premium housing market at 276% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

East Williston is a highly educated community — 69.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Williston 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. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 18.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

East Williston has a population of 2,627 with a density of 4,609 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.6%).

Population

2,627
Total Population
4,609
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

East Williston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.4%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.6%
31% above US avg

Social Characteristics

East Williston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Williston is $236,000, which is 214% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: East Williston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$236,000
214% above US avg
Per Capita Income$84,195
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below 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
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.9 min
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in East Williston is $1,060,200, 276% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,344,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,060,200
276% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,344,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied97.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In East Williston, 24.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.8% report depression. 16.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.5%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.3%
Heart Disease3.7%
High Blood Pressure24.1%
Asthma9.3%
COPD3.3%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity16.3%
Depression14.8%
Mental Distress13.1%
Physical Distress8.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Checkup Rate79.7%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

East Williston 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation125 ft (38 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density4,609/sq mi
Coordinates40.7609°N, 73.6336°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 69.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (107% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.9%
107% above US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,609/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.9 min
Work from Home16.5%

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