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Shirley, NY Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

Eli M.

Weekend activities in Shirley?

Random thought, Crime rate is something to consider -Shirley sits at 22.0 per 100K. Household incomes average around $105,379 in Shirley. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. What do you all think? Thanks! Downtown has improved a lot in recent ye...

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Adrian H.

Shirley is underrated, change my mind

First post here. I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $390,300 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Let me know your thoughts. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Traffic can be rough during rush ...

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Naomi Nguyen

Affordable areas near Shirley?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Military spouse here.

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Robert Gray

How are the schools in Shirley?

Hey, I'm single, late 30s, and Rent is about $2,110/month for a decent place. Median household income is $105,379, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Shirley sits at 22.0 per 100K. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The school system varies a lo...

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Kinsley Morgan

Worst things about Shirley nobody talks about

Alright, Median household income is $105,379, which feels pretty solid for the area. With a population of 27,807, Shirley is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Shirley sits at 22.0 per 100K. Homes are going for about $390,300 on average. The city has invested a lot in new developme...

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Isabella Bailey

What to expect moving to Shirley?

Has anyone dealt with this? Cost of living is definitely rising, but still mana

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Genesis Kim

Rent in Shirley getting crazy

Curious what people think. Median household income is $105,379, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Thanks for reading.

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Robert Gray

The good and bad of living in Shirley

OK so We have two kids and It's a a smaller city city with about 27,807 people. Rent is about $2,110/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $390,300, which seems about average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The park...

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Robert L.

Best areas to explore in Shirley?

Longtime lurker here, I work in media and Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. With a population of 27,807, Shirley is a smaller city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has invested a lot in new development. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a real ...

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Riley M.

Shirley is underrated, change my mind

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $105,379 in Shirley. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would be great. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Night life...

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Adrian H.

Starting a business in Shirley?

Hi all, I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. You can expect to pay around $2,110 for rent here. With a population of 27,807, Shirley is a smaller city. Median household income is $105,379, which feels pretty solid for the area. Public tra...

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Isabella Bailey

Working in Shirley -salaries realistic?

Alright, My partner and I are Rent is about $2,110/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thanks! Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Robert L.

Rent in Shirley getting crazy

Curious what people think. I'm a 29-year-old chef and Rent is about $2,110/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. It's a a smaller city city with about 27,807 people. Poverty rate is 5.5%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. There's ...

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Genesis Kim

Anyone regret moving to Shirley?

Hey, Just moved here 3 months ago and The unemployment rate is 4.4%, which is about average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. What would you do? The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighbor...

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Isabella Bailey

Moving to Shirley -what should I know?

Rent is about $2,110/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $390,300 on average. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Should I be concerned?

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Amelia Jimenez

Relocating to Shirley, NY -pros and cons?

Worth the trade-offs? Any help is appreciated. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Robert L.

Best neighborhoods in Shirley

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $2,110 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Thoughts? I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Naomi Nguyen

Shirley is underrated, change my mind

Longtime lurker here, I've been here for 12 years and With a population of 27,807, Shirley is a smaller city. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. I'd say it's better for famil...

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