Wading River, NY
New York · Suffolk County · New York-Newark-Jersey City Metro
Wading River is a small city in New York with a population of 8,393. Residents earn $132,213 per year, which is 76% above the national average.
Data updated April 2026
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How Wading River Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
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Is Wading River a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Wading River receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Wading River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Wading River is $132,213, which is significantly higher than the national average / 76% above $75,149. This places Wading River among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Wading River is $486,600, making it a premium housing market at 73% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Safety & Crime
Wading River is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 22 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 356 per 100,000, 82% below the national average.
Education
Educational attainment is solid, with 43.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
Wading River experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 30°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 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Wading River vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wading River vs U.S. Average
Income: Wading River vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $132,213 |
| 76% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $59,931 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,522 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,245 |
| Gini Index | 0.443 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.9% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56,343 |
| County GDP | $139,014M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 4,024 |
| Healthcare | 5,146 |
| Retail | 6,106 |
| Manufacturing | 1,670 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 107.90 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.61% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $486,600 |
| 73% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $722,877 |
| Median List Price | $799,999 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $799,999 |
| $/Sq Ft | $336 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 102.1% |
| Price Drops | 5.9% |
| Inventory | 17 |
Rental Costs
| Rent Burden | 29.4% |
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
| Homeownership | 94.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 94.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 6.0% |
| Housing Units | 3,591 |
| Median Year Built | 1978 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.61% |
Health Metrics: Wading River vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.6% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Cancer | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 10.4% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.2% |
| Depression | 18.6% |
| Mental Distress | 16.3% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
| Short Sleep | 37.9% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.7% |
| Uninsured | 6.0% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:1,403 |
| Dentists | 1:1,234 |
| Mental Health | 1:302 |
| Checkup Rate | 79.1% |
| Dental Visits | 69.9% |
| Premature Death | 6,453/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,146 |
Crime Rates: Wading River vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 22.0/100K |
| 94% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 356.1/100K |
| 82% below US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 154 |
| Traffic Accidents | 41 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.2 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 103 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 9.8 sq mi (25.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 858/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9536°N, 72.8149°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Suffolk County County |
| Nearest Airport | John F Kennedy International (JFK) 55 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)
| Ozone (O₃) | 0.0454 ppm |
| NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide) | 5.8 ppb |
| CO (Carbon Monoxide) | 0.19 ppm |
| PM2.5 (Fine Particles) | 7.6 μg/m³ |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 97.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 21.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 94.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Very Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very High |
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1964 | LONG ISLAND, NY | Meteorological | 0.3 m | — | 29 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 58°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 36°F (2°C) | 4.1 in |
Wading River has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 30°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and June the driest (3.0").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 10 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 154 |
| Traffic Accidents | 41 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 2.2 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 43.2% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.9% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 25.6% |
| School Test Score | 6.08 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro / 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 858/sq mi |
| Total Area | 9.8 sq mi |
| County | Suffolk County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 95.5% |
| Avg Download Speed | 129.1 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 77.6 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 65 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,146 |
| Restaurants | 4,024 |
| Retail Stores | 6,106 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 28.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 75.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 13.2% |
Healthcare
| Doctor Visit (Primary Care) | $270 ($162–$432) |
| Specialist Visit | $378 ($216–$593) |
| Urgent Care Visit | $216 ($108–$378) |
| Emergency Room Visit | $2,374 ($863–$5,395) |
| Dental Cleaning | $140 ($81–$216) |
| Dental Filling | $270 ($162–$432) |
Auto Repair
| Oil Change (Conventional) | $49 ($27–$81) |
| Oil Change (Synthetic) | $81 ($54–$129) |
| Brake Pad Replacement | $324 ($162–$540) |
| Tire Rotation | $43 ($22–$81) |
| New Tires (Set of 4) | $647 ($432–$1,079) |
| Battery Replacement | $216 ($108–$378) |
Home Services
| Plumber (Per Hour) | $108 ($65–$162) |
| Electrician (Per Hour) | $97 ($54–$151) |
| HVAC Repair | $432 ($162–$863) |
| HVAC System Install | $7,553 ($4,316–$12,948) |
| Roof Repair | $1,079 ($432–$2,158) |
| Roof Replacement | $9,711 ($5,935–$16,185) |
Legal
| Divorce (Uncontested) | $1,619 ($540–$3,777) |
| Divorce (Contested) | $16,185 ($5,395–$32,370) |
| DUI Defense | $5,395 ($2,158–$10,790) |
| Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) | $1,619 ($863–$3,237) |
| Will Preparation | $540 ($216–$1,079) |
| Trust Preparation | $2,698 ($1,079–$5,395) |
Personal Care
| Men's Haircut | $27 ($16–$49) |
| Women's Haircut | $59 ($32–$108) |
| Hair Coloring (Full) | $162 ($81–$270) |
| Manicure | $27 ($16–$49) |
| Pedicure | $43 ($27–$70) |
| Massage (1 Hour) | $86 ($54–$140) |
Food & Grocery
| Gallon of Milk (per gallon) | $4.42 ($3.24–$5.93) |
| Dozen Eggs (per dozen) | $3.78 ($2.70–$5.40) |
| Loaf of Bread | $4.10 ($2.70–$5.93) |
| Chicken Breast (per lb) | $4.86 ($3.24–$7.01) |
| Ground Beef (per lb) | $5.93 ($4.32–$8.09) |
| Rice (per lb) | $1.08 ($0.65–$1.94) |
Utilities
| Electricity (Monthly) | $151 ($86–$270) |
| Natural Gas (Monthly) | $76 ($32–$162) |
| Water/Sewer (Monthly) | $76 ($43–$129) |
| Internet (Monthly) | $76 ($43–$108) |
| Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) | $70 ($32–$108) |
| Cable TV (Monthly) | $92 ($54–$162) |
Transportation
| Monthly Parking (Downtown) | $216 ($81–$540) |
| Car Insurance (Annual) | $2,158 ($1,295–$3,777) |
| Bus Pass (Monthly) | $76 ($32–$140) |
| Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) | $16 ($8.63–$27) |
| Car Registration (Annual) | $108 ($32–$270) |
| Driver's License Renewal | $32 ($16–$81) |
Education & Childcare
| Daycare (Infant, Monthly) | $1,295 ($647–$2,698) |
| Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) | $1,079 ($540–$2,158) |
| After-School Care (Monthly) | $432 ($216–$755) |
| Tutoring (Per Hour) | $54 ($27–$108) |
| SAT/ACT Prep Course | $1,079 ($432–$2,698) |
| Private School (K-12, Annual) | $13,488 ($5,395–$32,370) |
Pets
| Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) | $65 ($32–$108) |
| Dog Vaccination (Annual) | $108 ($54–$216) |
| Dog Grooming | $65 ($32–$108) |
| Pet Boarding (Per Night) | $43 ($22–$81) |
| Dog Spay/Neuter | $324 ($162–$540) |
| Cat Spay/Neuter | $216 ($108–$432) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,407 |
| Toddler | $1,299 |
| Preschool | $1,269 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $1,299 |
| Toddler | $1,256 |
| Preschool | $1,191 |
Top Industries in Suffolk County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 101,618 | 5,093 | $74,532 | 1.04 |
| Retail Trade | 73,514 | 5,738 | $49,088 | 1.08 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 55,158 | 3,905 | $34,481 | 0.89 |
| Manufacturing | 50,905 | 1,851 | $86,925 | 0.91 |
| Administrative & Waste Services | 48,759 | 4,485 | $67,574 | 1.22 |
| Construction | 47,437 | 7,582 | $88,821 | 1.33 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 39,264 | 6,109 | $102,231 | 0.83 |
| Wholesale Trade | 34,096 | 2,814 | $96,337 | 1.27 |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 24,930 | 1,100 | $58,931 | 0.87 |
| Other Services | 24,149 | 4,873 | $43,736 | 1.18 |
| Finance & Insurance | 20,109 | 2,202 | $225,973 | 0.73 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 12,103 | 986 | $40,043 | 1.06 |
| Educational Services | 9,628 | 711 | $38,485 | 0.69 |
| Real Estate | 7,766 | 1,868 | $79,063 | 0.74 |
| Management of Companies | 7,084 | 266 | $129,428 | 0.62 |
| Information & Technology | 6,240 | 634 | $124,058 | 0.49 |
| Unclassified | 3,708 | 4,878 | $54,757 | 3.91 |
| Agriculture & Forestry | 2,638 | 274 | $53,153 | 0.48 |
| Utilities | 2,142 | 81 | $148,845 | 0.83 |
| Mining & Oil/Gas | 156 | 21 | $129,798 | 0.06 |
Schools in Wading River
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WADING RIVER SCHOOL | Elementary | 402 | 41 | 9.8:1 |
Radio Stations near Wading River
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday Baroque | baroque, classical | AAC 128 kbps | |
| 88.7 WNHU | college, college radio | MP3 120 kbps | |
| Radio Faro de Gracia | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cygnus Radio | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Greater New Haven Police Department | emergency & public safety, police scanner | MP3 16 kbps | |
| WMNR Fine Arts Radio | classical | MP3 128 kbps |
Campgrounds Near Wading River
4 campgrounds found near Wading River.
| Name | Rating | Sites | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage at Sailors Haven | 5.0/5 | 1 | $250 |
| The Bayberry Dunes House | 4.9/5 | 1 | $430 |
| Watch Hill Bayview House | — | 1 | $300 |
| Watch Hill Campground | — | — | Free |
National Parks Near Wading River
145 national parks and monuments found near Wading River.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Above All State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Air Line State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park (Old Forest Management Area) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (North Trail) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Northern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Airline State Park Trail (Southern Section) | State Park | Free |
| Alfred E. Smith/Sunken Meadow State Park | State Park | Free |
| American Shakespeare State Park | State Park | Free |
| Amsterdam Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bayswater Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beardsley State Park | State Park | Free |
| Beaver Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Beckett Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Belmont Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bethpage State Park | State Park | Free |
| Black Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Blow Hole State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bluff Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Bolton Notch State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Brainard Homestead State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Brentwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Brookhaven State Park | State Park | Free |
| Burr Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Camp Hero State Park | State Park | Free |
| Captree State Park | State Park | Free |
| Captree/Robert Moses State Park | State Park | Free |
| Charles Island | State Park | Free |
| Cold Spring Harbor State Park | State Park | Free |
| Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Dennis Hill State Park | State Park | Free |
| Devils Hopyard State Park | State Park | Free |
| Dinosaur State Park | State Park | Free |
| Donald J. Trump State Park | State Park | Free |
| Farm River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Farmington Canal Line State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Field Of Dreams Park | State Park | Free |
| Fire Island National Seashore | National Seashore | Free |
| Fort Trumbull State Park | State Park | Free |
| Franklin D. Roosevelt State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gay City State Park | State Park | Free |
| George C. Waldo State Park | State Park | Free |
| George D. Seymour State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Gilgo State Park | State Park | Free |
| Gillette Castle State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haddam Island State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Haddam Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Haley Farm State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hammonasset Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Harkness Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hart's Brook Nature Preserve and Arboretum | State Park | Free |
| Heckscher State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hempstead Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Higganum Reservoir State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hither Hills State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hither Woods | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hop River State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Hopemead State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Hopeville Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Horse Guard State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Housatonic Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Humaston Brook State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Hurd State Park | State Park | Free |
| Hutchinson River Pkwy Lands | State Park | Free |
| Indian Well State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ivy Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| James Baird State Park | State Park | Free |
| John A. Minetto State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jones Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kent Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Kent Falls State Park, Leased To Sloane-stanley M* | State Park | Free |
| Kettletown State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lake Waramaug State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lamentation Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Larkin State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Lovers Leap State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Macedonia Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Machimoodus State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mashamoquet Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mianus River State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Millers Pond State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Minnie Island State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Montauk Downs State Park | State Park | Free |
| Montauk Point State Park | State Park | Free |
| Moosup Valley State Park Trail | State Park | Free |
| Mooween State Park | State Park | Free |
| Mount Bushnell State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Mount Tom State Park | State Park | Free |
| Napeague State Park | State Park | Free |
| Nissequogue River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Old Furnace State Park | State Park | Free |
| Orient Beach State Park | State Park | Free |
| Osbornedale State Park | State Park | Free |
| Penwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Pink House Cove Ice Fishing | State Park | Free |
| Platt Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Pomeroy State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Prospect Hill | State Park | Free |
| Putnam Memorial State Park | State Park | Free |
| Putnam Park | State Park | Free |
| Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Quinnipiac River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Rocky Glen State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Rocky Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Ross Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sag Harbor Golf Course State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sagamore Hill National Historic Site | National Historic Site | Free |
| Salt Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Scantic River State Park | State Park | Free |
| Schofield Park | State Park | Free |
| Seaside State Park | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Selden Neck State Park | State Park | Free |
| Seth Low Pierrepont State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Shadmoor State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sherwood Island State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sleeping Giant State Park | State Park | Free |
| Southford Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Squantz Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stillwater Pond State Park | State Park | Free |
| Stoddard Hill State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Stratton Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunny Brook State Park | State Park | Free |
| Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Talcott Mountain State Park | State Park | Free |
| Trail View State Park | State Park | Free |
| Trimountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Valley Stream State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wadhams Grove State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wadsworth Falls State Park | State Park | Free |
| Weir Farm National Historical Park | National Historical Park | Free |
| West Rock Ridge State Park | State Park | Free |
| West Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Whittemore Glen State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Wildwood State Park | State Park | Free |
| Windsor Meadows State Park | State Park | Free |
| Wonder Lake State Park | State Park | Free |
| Woodward | State Park | Free |
| Wooster Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
| Wooster Mountain State Park Scenic Reserve | State Park | Free |
Museums in Wading River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RIVERHEAD FOUNDATION MARINE | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | 6313699840 | $1,322,337 | |
| BELLPORT-BROOKHAVEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $588,321 | ||
| SUFFOLK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6317272881 | $399,404 | |
| LONG ISLAND ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY | ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION | $261,004 | ||
| HALLOCKVILLE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6312985292 | $243,192 | |
| SCIENCE EAST | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6318862632 | $208,996 | |
| WESTHAMPTON BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 101 MILL ROAD | 6312881139 | $153,225 |
| MARITIME EXPLORIUM AT PORT JEFF HARBOR | CHILDREN'S MUSEUM | 6313313277 | $138,583 | |
| ROCKY POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $114,421 | ||
| QUOGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6319962404 | $85,330 | |
| RAILROAD MUSEUM OF LONG ISLAND | HISTORY MUSEUM | 416 GRIFFING AVE | 6317277920 | $76,371 |
| JAMESPORT MEETING HOUSE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 1590 MAIN ROAD | 6317225170 | $70,252 |
| BAYPORT AERODROME SOCIETY | HISTORY MUSEUM | 28 VITAMIN DR | 6314722393 | $61,998 |
| REMSENBURG ACADEMY ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | PO BOX 187 | $60,674 | |
| KETCHAM INN | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6318781855 | $42,952 | |
| YAPHANK HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6319243401 | $42,532 | |
| TRAVELING WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE | ART MUSEUM | $34,331 | ||
| LONG ISLAND ANTIQUE POWER ASSOCIATION | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 6000 SOUND AVENUE | $30,418 | |
| SUFFOLK CENTER ON THE HOLOCAUST DIVERSITY AND HUMAN UNDERSTANDING | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6314514700 | $25,487 | |
| BAYPORT HERITAGE ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6314724625 | $21,038 | |
| CARMANS RIVER MARITIME CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 22 NEWEY LANE | 6312862700 | $9,441 |
| MORICHES BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | CENTER MORICHES | 6318781776 | $8,726 |
| ANTIQUE & CLASSIC AIRCRAFT INTERNATIONAL | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| BIG DUCK | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6318523377 | ||
| BNL SCIENCE LEARNING CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | BROOKHAVEN NATIONAL LABORATORY BUILDING 935 | ||
| CAMP UPTON HISTORICAL COLLECTION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| COMPANY K 67TH NEW YORK HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| CUMSEWOGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6319287622 | ||
| EAST QUOQUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 114 JESSUP AVENUE | 6319962404 | |
| EMPIRE STATE CAROUSEL | GENERAL MUSEUM | 249 BUCKLEY RD | 6312072017 | |
| FARMINGVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6317329371 | ||
| FIRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6313959693 | ||
| FLANDERS VILLAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 949 FLANDERS RD | ||
| GREATER PATCHOGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| GRUMMAN MEMORIAL PARK | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | NEW YORK 25 | 6317273200 | |
| KALER'S POND AUDUBON CENTER | GENERAL MUSEUM | 6318785576 | ||
| LONG ISLAND SCIENCE CENTER | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | 11 WEST MAIN STREET SUITE 101 | ||
| LONGWOOD ALLIANCE | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MANORVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6313692250 | ||
| MASTIC PENINSULA HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6315048222 | ||
| MASURY ESTATE BALLROOM RESTORATION FUND | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| MAURICE N. FLECKER MEMORIAL GALLERY/LYCUM GALLERY/ GALLERY WEST | ART MUSEUM | |||
| MILLER PLACE-MOUNT SINAI HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 75 N COUNTRY ROAD | 6314765742 | |
| QUOGUE WILDLIFE REFUGE | ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER | 3 OLD COUNTY ROAD | 6316534771 | |
| SUFFOLK COUNTY POLICE HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 30 YAPHANK AVENUE | 6318526174 | |
| TELSA SCIENCE CENTER AT WADRENCYLFFE | GENERAL MUSEUM | PO BOX 552 | ||
| TESLA SCIENCE CENTER AT WARDENCLYFFE | SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM | |||
| WADING RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 6319294082 |
Libraries in Wading River
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD LIBRARY | 54-60 EAST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 569,738 | |||
| MASTICS-MORICHES-SHIRLEY COMMUNITY LIB | 407 WILLIAM FLOYD PARKWAY | 0.0 | 319,004 | |||
| LONGWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY | 800 MIDDLE COUNTRY ROAD | 0.0 | 318,792 | |||
| SOUTH COUNTRY LIBRARY | 22 STATION ROAD | 0.0 | 305,962 | |||
| COMSEWOGUE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 170 TERRYVILLE ROAD | 0.0 | 278,690 | |||
| CENTER MORICHES FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 235 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 262,820 | |||
| RIVERHEAD FREE LIBRARY | 330 COURT STREET | 0.0 | 207,831 | |||
| WESTHAMPTON FREE LIBRARY | 7 LIBRARY AVENUE | 0.0 | 171,531 | |||
| NORTH SHORE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 250 ROUTE 25A | 0.0 | 162,572 | |||
| BAYPORT-BLUE POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY | 203 BLUE POINT AVENUE | 0.0 | 124,838 | |||
| QUOGUE LIBRARY | 90 QUOGUE STREET | 0.0 | 65,002 | |||
| BROOKHAVEN FREE LIBRARY | 273 BEAVER DAM ROAD | 0.0 | 65,000 | |||
| BAITING HOLLOW FREE LIBRARY | 4 WARNER DRIVE | 0.0 | 404 |
Farmers Markets in Wading River
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deer Park Farmers Market | Sunset Ave. and Brook Rd. | ||||
| Farmingville Farmers Market | 755 HORSEBLOCK RD | June to October | sun:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM; | Visit | |
| Flanders Farm Fresh Food Market | 655 Flanders Road | July to October | Sat:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Greater Bellport Community Youth Farmers Market | 471 Atlantic Avenue | 07/12/2014 to 10/18/2014 | Sat: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM; | ||
| Port Jefferson Farmers Market | Parking lot next to Ferry, Rt 25A | ||||
| Riverhead Farmers Market | Next to Aquarium, Downtown | ||||
| Rocky Point Farmers and Artisans Market | Prince and Broadway | 05/11/2014 to 11/23/2014 | Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
| Westhampton Beach Farmers Market | 85 Mill Road | 05/10/2014 to 11/22/2014 | Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM; | Yes | Visit |
Restaurants in Wading River
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Wading River
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Wading River
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wading River
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wading River
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Wading River
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wading River
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Point Brewing Company | Brewery | 161 River Ave | 6314756944 | Visit |
| Brickhouse Brewery & Restaurant | Brewery, Bar | 67 W Main St | 6314472337 | Visit |
| Cj's Window Tinting, Inc. | asian cinema, investments, african cinema, credit collections, art house films, Glass Circles & Othe | 604 Bicycle Path | 8663062508, 8662945450 | Visit |
| Crazy Beans | Restaurant, Caf, Coffee Shop, and Brewery, Restaurants | 465 Route 25a | 6314034954, (631) 403-4954 | |
| Crooked Ladder Brewing Co | Brewers, Brewery | 70 W Main St | 6315913565, (631) 591-3565 | Visit |
| Long Ireland Beer Co | Brewery | 817 Pulaski Saint (at Marcy Ave) | 6314034303 | Visit |
| Long Ireland Beer Company | Brewery and Beer Garden | 817 Pulaski St | 6314034303 | Visit |
| Macari Vineyards | Vineyards, Beverages, Tourist Information & Attractions, Brewers, Wine Brokers, Places Of Interest, | 150 Bergen Ave | 6312980100, 6312988373 | Visit |
| Moustache Brewing Co. | Brewery | 400 Hallett St | (631) 591-3250, 6315913250 | Visit |
| Never Again Brewery | NY">Brewery | 30 Hillside Ave | ||
| Roanoke Vineyards Inc | Vineyards, Vineyard, Wholesalers, Brewers, Wineries | 3543 Sound Ave | 6317274161, 6317274164 | Visit |
Pharmacies in Wading River
2 pharmacies and drugstores.
| Pharmacy | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| CVS - 2726 | 6221 ROUTE 25A | 631-929-6040 |
| WALGREENS - 9498 | 1815 WADING RIVER MANORVILLE ROAD | 631-929-0280 |
Daycare Centers in Wading River
2 licensed childcare and daycare facilities.
| Facility | Type | Phone | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUTURE LEADERS CHILDCARE INC 5952 ROUTE 25A |
CENTER BASED — DCC | (631) 929-4800 | OPEN |
| NORTH SHORE YOUTH COUNCIL, INC. 1900 WADING RIVER MANOR RD. |
CENTER BASED — SACC | (631) 821-0557 | OPEN |
Cell Towers in Wading River
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| CR 111 & EASTPORT MANOR RD | TOWER | 155 |
| ADIRONDACK DR 300 FT S OF MIDVALE | TOWER | 93 |
| 1 MI N OF N SIDE OLD COUNTRY RD & E END AVE | TOWER | 52 |
| OLD COUNTRY RD & E END AVE (5681) | GTOWER | 52 |
| 900 Reeves Avenue (46540) | MTOWER | 46 |
| 40 South Country Road (100666) | MTOWER | 38 |
| FRESH POND RD (5687) | LTOWER | 38 |
Fire Stations in Wading River
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wading River Fire Department | 1503 N Country RD | Volunteer | 631-929-4394 |
Power Plants Near Wading River
| Name | Type | Primary Fuel | Capacity (MW) | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SHOREHAM | PETROLEUM LIQUIDS | 221112 | -72.9 | OP |
Airports Near Wading River
39 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Danbury Municipal Airport | DXR | Medium Airport |
| Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport | BDR | Medium Airport |
| Long Island MacArthur Airport | ISP | Medium Airport |
| Republic Airport | FRG | Medium Airport |
| Tweed New Haven Airport | HVN | Medium Airport |
| Bayport Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Brookhaven Calabro Airport | WSH | Small Airport |
| Calverton Executive Airpark | CTO | Small Airport |
| Candlelight Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chester Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Devils Hopyard Field | — | Small Airport |
| Docktors Field | — | Small Airport |
| Flying Ridge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Francis S Gabreski Airport | FOK | Small Airport |
| Gager Field | — | Small Airport |
| Gardiners Island Landing Field | — | Small Airport |
| Good Hill Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Goodspeed Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Irish Hills Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Klenawicus Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Long View Landing Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lufker Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Maplewood Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mattituck Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Meriden Markham Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mile Creek Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rankl Field | — | Small Airport |
| Robertson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Rose Field | — | Small Airport |
| Salmon River Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Skis Landing Area Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Spadaro Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Talmage Field | — | Small Airport |
| Thomson Field | — | Small Airport |
| Town of East Hampton Airport | HTO | Small Airport |
| Waterbury Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Waterbury Oxford Airport | OXC | Small Airport |
| Westmoreland Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Whelan Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Wading River
13 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BNL Police | ||
| BNL Police | ||
| State Police Department | 234 Riverleigh Avenue | |
| Suffolk Co Sherriff's Sunbstation | 325 Old Riverhead Road | |
| Suffolk County Park Ranger - Riverhead Station | Riverside Drive | |
| Suffolk County PD 5th Pct | 125 Waverly Avenue | |
| Suffolk County Police Department 6th Precinct | 400 Middle Country Road | |
| Suffolk County Police Department 7th Precinct | 1491 William Floyd Pkwy | |
| Suffolk County Police Headquarters | 30 Yaphank Avenue | |
| Suffolk County Sheriff's Office | 100 Center Drive South | |
| Suffolk County Sheriff's Office | 100 Center Drive South | |
| Town of Riverhead Police Headquarters | 210 Howell Avenue | |
| Westhampton Beach Village Hall |
Grocery Stores in Wading River
4 grocery stores.
| Store | Type | Address |
|---|---|---|
| CVS Pharmacy 2726 | Other | 6221 Route 25A |
| King Kullen 51 | Supermarket | 6233 Route 25A |
| Speedway 7738 | Convenience Store | 6305 Route 25a |
| Walgreens 09498 | Other | 1815 Wading River Manor Rd |
Treatment Centers in Wading River
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Federation of Organizations - Recovery Concepts at Patchougue | Both | 631-447-6460 x2100 |
| Long Island Community Hospital - 1 East Inpatient Psychiatric Unit | Both | 516-497-6122 |
| Pilgrim Psychiatric Center - ACT Team | Both | 631-475-7108 |
| Pilgrim Psychiatric Center - Yaphank Center | Both | 613-924-4411 x6223 |
| Saint Charles Hospital - Chemical Dependency Inpatient Program | Substance Abuse | 631-474-6233 |
| Seafield Center Inc - Med Sup Withdrawal/Inpatient | Substance Abuse | 631-288-1122 |
| Suffolk Cnty Dept of Hlth Servs - Div Comm Mental Hyg East End OTP | Substance Abuse | 631-852-2680 |
| Suffolk County Comm Mental Hygiene - Farmingville Mental Health Clinic | Mental Health | 631-854-2552 |
| University Hospital/Stony Brook ELIH - Stony Brook Medicine/Quannacut OP | Substance Abuse | 631-369-8966 |
| Wellbridge Rehabilitation Program - Inpatient | Substance Abuse | 631-508-5400 |
| Wellbridge Stabilization Program - Med Sup Withdrawal Inpatient | Substance Abuse | 631-508-5400 |
DOL Wage Violations in Wading River
5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $359,325 in back wages owed to 56 employees.
| Employer | Severity | Parent Company | ZIP | Industry | Cases | Back Wages | Per Employee | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purrfect Cleaning | SIGNIFICANT | — | 11792 | — | 1 | $326,784 | $21,786 | 15 |
| East Wind Hotel & Spa in Wading River | — | — | 11792 | — | 1 | $29,204 | $834 | 35 |
| Senor Taco Mexican Grill at Wading River | — | — | 11792 | — | 1 | $1,774 | $1,774 | 1 |
| Suffolk Ped Dentistry & Ortho (Wading River) | — | — | 11792 | — | 1 | $1,531 | $766 | 2 |
| Greek Island Restaurant | — | — | 11792 | — | 1 | $33 | $11 | 3 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wading River
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AL-WAHHAAB FOR UMRAH FOUNDATION INC | 254 N COUNTRY RD |
| BRIDGE FOR PEACE INC | PO BOX 789 |
| COMING OF THE LORD MINISTRY INC | 279F OVERHILL RD |
| LIFE IN THE SPIRIT CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP | 2 CLIFF RD |
| ST LUKES CHAPEL | NORTHSIDE RD |
| WADING RIVER ASSEMBLY OF GOD | PO BOX 960 |
| WADING RIVER NORTH SHORE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH | 260 ROUTE 25A |
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What is the population of Wading River?
Wading River has a population of 8,393 residents and is located in New York. The population density is 858 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.
Is Wading River expensive to live in?
Wading River is slightly more expensive than average, with a cost of living index of 107.9 compared to the national baseline of 100. The median household income is $132,213, 76% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $486,600 (73% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Wading River safe?
Wading River is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 22 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 356 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Wading River receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Wading River?
Wading River has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 36.
How is the job market in Wading River?
The job market in Wading River is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,522. There are 56,343 business establishments in the area, including 4,024 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 29 minutes, and 13.2% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Wading River?
The median home value in Wading River is $486,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $722,877. The homeownership rate is 94.0%. The average annual property tax is $12,682.
How are the schools in Wading River?
Schools in Wading River score 6.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 43.2% of adults in Wading River hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 25.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Wading River?
The obesity rate in Wading River is 29.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 10.4% of adults are smokers. 21.2% are physically inactive. 18.6% of residents report depression. 6.0% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 95.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,403.
What is transportation like in Wading River?
The average commute in Wading River is 29 minutes. 75.3% of workers drive alone to work, 1.6% use public transit, and 13.2% work from home.
What are the demographics of Wading River?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Wading River is 86.4% White, 3% Black or African American. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.4% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 10.1% of residents have a disability. 97.7% have health insurance coverage.
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