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Oyster Bay, NY
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Oyster Bay, NY
At a Glance
How Oyster Bay Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Oyster Bay's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Oyster Bay a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Oyster Bay residents earn a median household income of $102,540 , which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,828. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 56,397 business establishments, including 3,828 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Oyster Bay is $634,600 , 125% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $998,330. Median rent is $2,300/month, with 33.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 107.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Oyster Bay reports 22 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 356/100K.
Education
45.0% of adults in Oyster Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Oyster Bay has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.