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New Suffolk, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

New Suffolk is a small town in New York with a population of 293. Residents earn $121,500 per year, which is 62% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
293 Population 523/sq mi density
$121,500 Median Income $71,234 per capita
$1,033,700 Home Value
$2,250 Median Rent 46.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$121,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.9 / 5.0
$1,033,700 home value, $2,250/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $121,500
62% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,033,700
267% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.6%
104% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,250
93% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.6%
11% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population293
Median Age60.2 yrs
Density523/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$121,500
Per Capita$71,234
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute55 min

Housing

D
Home Value$1,033,700
Rent$2,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units303
Rent Burden46.0%

Health

Obesity28.6%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking8.0%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation14 ft (4 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.6%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+16.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute55 min
Broadband95.1%
Libraries65

Is New Suffolk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Suffolk receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. New Suffolk stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Suffolk is $121,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 62% above $75,149. This places New Suffolk among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Suffolk is $1,033,700, making it a premium housing market at 267% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,250 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

New Suffolk is a highly educated community — 68.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

New Suffolk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 26.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

New Suffolk has a population of 293 with a density of 523 people per square mile. The median age is 60.2 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%).

Population

293
Total Population
523
People / sq mi
60.2yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

New Suffolk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Suffolk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Suffolk is $121,500, which is 62% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 55 minutes.

Income: New Suffolk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$121,500
62% above US avg
Per Capita Income$71,234
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% 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 Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time55.1 min
Drive Alone50.9%
Public Transit28.2%
Work from Home20.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Suffolk is $1,033,700, 267% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,250 (93% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,033,700
267% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,250
93% above US avg
Rent Burden46.0%

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-Occupied86.6%
Housing Units303
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In New Suffolk, 28.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 8.0% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Suffolk vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.6%
11% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.2%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.0%
43% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate80.1%
Dental Visits70.6%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146
New Suffolk has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall26.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation14 ft (4 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density523/sq mi
Coordinates40.9968°N, 72.4775°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 68.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (104% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin. 95.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.6%
104% above US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+16.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density523/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.1%
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute55.1 min
Drive Alone50.9%
Public Transit28.2%
Work from Home20.9%

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