Stony Brook, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Stony Brook is a small city in New York with a population of 12,827. Residents earn $162,054 per year, which is 116% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
12,827 Population 2,204/sq mi density
$162,054 Median Income $72,519 per capita
$587,300 Home Value $745,555 Zillow
$2,643 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$162,054 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$587,300 home value, $2,643/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $162,054
116% higher than US avg
Home Value $587,300
108% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.1%
102% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,643
127% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.1%
22% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population12,827
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density2,204/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A+
Median Income$162,054
Per Capita$72,519
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$130,222M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$587,300
Rent$2,643
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$745,555

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity25.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.1%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation160 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.1%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 48%
Commute32 min
EV Stations21
Libraries63

Is Stony Brook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stony Brook receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Stony Brook stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stony Brook is $162,054, which is significantly higher than the national average — 116% above $75,149. This places Stony Brook among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stony Brook is $587,300, making it a premium housing market at 108% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,643 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Stony Brook is a highly educated community — 68.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Stony Brook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Stony Brook has a population of 12,827 with a density of 2,204 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

12,827
Total Population
2,204
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
5.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stony Brook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.8%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.2%
36% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Stony Brook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stony Brook is $162,054, which is 116% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Stony Brook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$162,054
116% above US avg
Per Capita Income$72,519
Avg Weekly Wage$1,489
IRS Avg AGI$139,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,397
County GDP$130,222M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,828
Healthcare6,152
Retail5,602
Manufacturing820

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home16.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Stony Brook is $587,300, 108% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,643 (127% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $745,555.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$587,300
108% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$745,555
Median List Price$795,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$795,000
$/Sq Ft$371
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio101.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,643
127% above US avg

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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$15,590
345% above US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Stony Brook, 25.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% report depression. 17.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Stony Brook vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.1%
22% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure24.9%
Asthma9.6%
COPD3.5%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity17.3%
Depression16.1%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress8.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate80.3%
Premature Death4,800/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.9/10
Exercise Access98.6%
Healthcare Facilities6,152

Crime Rates: Stony Brook vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Safety Score

Stony Brook has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation160 ft (49 m)
Area5.8 sq mi (15.1 km²)
Population Density2,204/sq mi
Coordinates40.9078°N, 73.1275°W
County FIPS36059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 68.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.1%
D 47.9%

Winner: Republican by 4.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.1%
102% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,204/sq mi
Total Area5.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations21
Alt Fuel Stations21
Public Libraries63
Healthcare Facilities6,152
Restaurants3,828
Retail Stores5,602

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)76

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home16.6%

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