Islandia, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Islandia is a small town in New York with a population of 3,581. Residents earn $112,435 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,581 Population 1,620/sq mi density
$112,435 Median Income $47,072 per capita
$451,700 Home Value $620,339 Zillow
$1,781 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$112,435 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$451,700 home value, $1,781/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $112,435
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $451,700
60% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,781
53% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.3%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,581
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,620/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 40%

Economy

A+
Median Income$112,435
Per Capita$47,072
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$451,700
Rent$1,781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$620,339

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression15.3%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Elevation74 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+88.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute29 min
EV Stations4
Libraries63

Is Islandia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Islandia receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Islandia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Islandia is $112,435, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places Islandia among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Islandia is $451,700, making it a premium housing market at 60% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,781 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Islandia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches, including 31.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Islandia has a population of 3,581 with a density of 1,620 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40%), with 6.6% Hispanic, 13.3% Black.

Population

3,581
Total Population
1,620
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Islandia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only52.5%
33% below US avg
Spanish47.5%
254% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Islandia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Islandia is $112,435, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Islandia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$112,435
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,072
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% 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 Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Islandia is $451,700, 60% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,781 (53% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $620,339.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$451,700
60% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$620,339
Median List Price$499,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$499,999
$/Sq Ft$381
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,781
53% 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-Occupied96.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Islandia, 30.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.3% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Islandia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.3%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression15.3%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate79.6%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Islandia has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall31.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation74 ft (23 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²)
Population Density1,620/sq mi
Coordinates40.8069°N, 73.1711°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below 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+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,620/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home6.3%

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