Port Jefferson Station, NY
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Port Jefferson Station, NY
At a Glance
How Port Jefferson Station Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Port Jefferson Station's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Port Jefferson Station a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Port Jefferson Station residents earn a median household income of $117,087 , which is 56% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,262. The unemployment rate stands at 6.9% (92% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.4% 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 Station is $472,400 , 68% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $637,032. Median rent is $2,309/month, with 37.1% 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 1969.
Education
38.9% of adults in Port Jefferson Station hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% above the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Port Jefferson Station has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 31.