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Rocky Point, NY
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Rocky Point, NY
At a Glance
How Rocky Point Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Rocky Point's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Rocky Point a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Rocky Point residents earn a median household income of $124,615 , which is 66% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,802. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 56,343 business establishments, including 4,024 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Rocky Point is $417,400 , 48% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $535,109. Median rent is $1,970/month, with 44.7% 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 1967.
Safety & Crime
Rocky Point reports 22 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 94% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 356/100K.
Education
39.7% of adults in Rocky Point hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above the national average). 95.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Rocky Point has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.