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Stony Brook, NY Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Ryan Patel

Raising a family in Stony Brook -thoughts?

Military spouse here. With a population of 12,827, Stony Brook is a small town. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for fam...

1 replies 10 upvotes living
Maya

Worst things about Stony Brook nobody talks about

Alright, It's a a small town city with about 12,827 people. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The...

1 replies 10 upvotes best-worst
Olivia H.

What surprised you most about Stony Brook?

Hey everyone, I'm a 25-year-old physical therapist and It's a a small town city with about 12,827 people. Homes are going for about $587,300 on average. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $162,054 in Stony Brook. I'd say it's better for families than young si...

3 replies 3 upvotes best-worst
mountain_jonathan17

Is Stony Brook still affordable?

So, You can expect to pay around $2,643 for rent here. Looking forward to hearing from you all. The suburbs are where most families end up.

2 replies 15 upvotes housing
Bruce R.

Considering Stony Brook vs Cincinnati -help me decide

Hey, The unemployment rate is 2.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,643 for rent here. Household incomes average around $162,054 in Stony Brook. The median home value here is around $587,300, which is pretty steep. Rent is about $2,643/month for a decent place. Honestly, I think...

5 replies 9 upvotes moving
Lillian Young

Stony Brook vs Raleigh -which is better?

Hi all, I work in finance and Crime rate is something to consider -Stony Brook sits at 22.0 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

15 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Olivia Stewart

Starting a business in Stony Brook?

Hey everyone, Household incomes average around $162,054 in Stony Brook. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Worth the trade-offs? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Th...

8 replies 15 upvotes jobs
William Jones

Internet providers in Stony Brook?

Curious what people think. Crime rate is something to consider -Stony Brook sits at 22.0 per 100K. What would you do?

6 replies 11 upvotes qa
Ryan Patel

Planning a move to Stony Brook -neighborhoods?

Hey everyone, The median home value here is around $587,300, which is pretty steep. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

7 replies 12 upvotes moving
mountain_jonathan17

How is the nightlife in Stony Brook?

Hey everyone, Average temperature is around 53--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

3 replies 1 upvotes qa
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