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Fishers Island, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Fishers Island is a small town in New York with a population of 53. Residents earn $51,964 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
53 Population 13/sq mi density
$51,964 Median Income $35,883 per capita
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,964 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,964
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.5%
17% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.2%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population53
Median Age39.6 yrs
Density13/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans45.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,964
Per Capita$35,883
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,768M
Commute12 min

Health

Obesity27.2%
Uninsured4.1%
Smoking8.4%
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.5%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 41% / D 56%
Commute12 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries14

Is Fishers Island a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fishers Island receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Fishers Island offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fishers Island is $51,964, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Fishers Island experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Fishers Island has a population of 53 with a density of 13 people per square mile. The median age is 39.6 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.5%), with 7.5% Hispanic.

Population

53
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
39.6yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.8%
Female 30.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fishers Island vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.0%
6% above US avg
Spanish17.0%
27% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fishers Island vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fishers Island is $51,964, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Fishers Island vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,964
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,883
Avg Weekly Wage$1,206
IRS Avg AGI$107,904

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,814
County GDP$9,768M

Business (County)

Restaurants466
Healthcare350
Retail493
Manufacturing133

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,752
121% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone30.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

Walkability

In Fishers Island, 27.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.1% of residents lack health insurance. 8.4% are current smokers. 18.1% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.2%
15% below US avg
Diabetes6.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure25.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.0%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.4%
40% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate49.1%
Uninsured4.1%
52% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,220
Dentists1:1,671
Mental Health1:263
Checkup Rate79.8%
Dental Visits71.0%
Premature Death5,474/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access95.0%
Healthcare Facilities350
Fishers Island has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.5 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates41.2677°N, 71.9928°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS44009
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 39.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 15-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 41.4%
D 56.4%

Winner: Democrat by 15 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.5%
17% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.39
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density13/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities350
Restaurants466
Retail Stores493

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
FEMA Disaster Declarations182

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone30.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.0%

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