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Shorehaven, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Shorehaven is a small town in New York with a population of 540. Residents earn $166,836 per year, which is 122% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
540 Population 394/sq mi density
$166,836 Median Income $58,526 per capita
$448,600 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$166,836 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$448,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $166,836
122% higher than US avg
Home Value $448,600
59% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.1%
66% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Shorehaven Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population540
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density394/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans13.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$166,836
Per Capita$58,526
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,494M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$448,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units299
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity25.1%
Uninsured4.8%
Smoking9.8%
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation727 ft (222 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.1%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+31.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute46 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries8

Is Shorehaven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shorehaven receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment, long commute times. Shorehaven stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shorehaven is $166,836, which is significantly higher than the national average — 122% above $75,149. This places Shorehaven among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Shorehaven is $448,600, making it a premium housing market at 59% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Shorehaven is a highly educated community — 56.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Shorehaven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches, including 57.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Shorehaven has a population of 540 with a density of 394 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 10.9% Hispanic.

Population

540
Total Population
394
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.9%
Female 39.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Shorehaven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Shorehaven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shorehaven is $166,836, which is 122% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Shorehaven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$166,836
122% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,526
Avg Weekly Wage$1,299
IRS Avg AGI$112,316

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,328
County GDP$5,494M

Business (County)

Restaurants222
Healthcare245
Retail298
Manufacturing66

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.5 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Shorehaven is $448,600, 59% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$448,600
59% above US avg
Median List Price$425,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$425,000
$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.6%
Housing Units299
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,245
278% above US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In Shorehaven, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.8% of residents lack health insurance. 9.8% are current smokers. 19.9% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Shorehaven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured4.8%
44% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits70.7%
Premature Death4,624/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access94.9%
Healthcare Facilities245
Shorehaven has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall57.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation727 ft (222 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density394/sq mi
Coordinates41.5607°N, 73.6641°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36079
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 56.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.7-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 13.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.1%
66% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+31.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density394/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities245
Restaurants222
Retail Stores298

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.5 min
Drive Alone73.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.8%

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