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Port Jefferson, NY
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Port Jefferson, NY
At a Glance
How Port Jefferson Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Jefferson's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Jefferson a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Jefferson residents earn a median household income of $143,125 , which is 90% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $74,865. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 0.9% 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 Port Jefferson is $628,500 , 123% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $740,430. Median rent is $2,254/month, with 24.9% 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 1970.
Safety & Crime
Port Jefferson reports 22 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 356/100K.
Education
69.0% of adults in Port Jefferson hold a bachelor's degree or higher (105% above the national average). 96.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.