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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

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
8,393 Population 858/sq mi density
$132,213 Median Income $59,931 per capita
$486,600 Home Value $722,877 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
22 Violent Crime/100K 356 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$132,213 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$486,600 home value
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
22 violent crimes/100K (94% below avg)
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $132,213
76% higher than US avg
Home Value $486,600
73% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 22/100K
94% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.2%
28% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,393
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$132,213
Per Capita$59,931
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$486,600
Ownership94.0%
Zillow$722,877
Housing Units3,591
Rent Burden29.4%

Crime

F
Violent22/100K
Property356/100K

Health

Obesity29.2%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking10.4%
Depression18.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation103 ft (31 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.2%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+25.6%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.5%
EV Stations2
Libraries65

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.

Wading River has a population of 8,393 with a density of 858 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.6% of residents, while 6.4% speak Spanish. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 10.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,393
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Wading River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish 6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wading River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wading River is $132,213, which is 76% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $59,931 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,522. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 56,343 business establishments, including 4,024 restaurants. The cost of living index is 107.9, slightly above the national baseline of 100. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes. 13.2% of workers work from home.

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 Index0.443 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,343
County GDP$139,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,024
Healthcare5,146
Retail6,106
Manufacturing1,670

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Wading River is $486,600, 73% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $722,877, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 102.1% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Fair market rent ranges from $1,315 for a one-bedroom to $1,579 for a two-bedroom apartment. 94.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,591 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $12,682 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

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 Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio102.1%
Price Drops5.9%
Inventory17

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.4%

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

Homeownership94.0%
Owner-Occupied94.0%
Renter-Occupied6.0%
Housing Units3,591
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Wading River, 29.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 7.6% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 27.3% have high blood pressure. 10.4% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 19.4% report binge drinking. 21.2% are physically inactive. 18.6% report depression. 16.3% experience frequent mental distress. 6.0% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,403. The dentist ratio is 1:1,234. 95.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Wading River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.4%
26% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression18.6%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,403
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:302
Checkup Rate79.1%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Wading River has a violent crime rate of 22 per 100,000 residents, 94% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 356 per 100,000, 82% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 154 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Wading River receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Wading River vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent22.0/100K
94% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property356.1/100K
82% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154
Traffic Accidents41
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Wading River experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36. The city sits at an elevation of 103 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation103 ft (31 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.5 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates40.9536°N, 72.8149°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySuffolk County County
Nearest AirportJohn F Kennedy International (JFK)
55 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.6"
28% above US avg
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.03"

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

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 RiskRelatively High
Risk Score97.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability21.6 / 100
Community Resilience94.1 / 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
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

16 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Aug 5, 2025.

Jun 16, 2000 5 km NE of Granville, Massachusetts M3.3 128 km
Jan 12, 2015 0 km NE of Wauregan, Connecticut M3.3 117 km
Jan 9, 1992 4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey M3.1 145 km
Apr 9, 2019 63 km SSE of Sagaponack, New York M3.0 93 km
Aug 3, 2025 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey M3.0 105 km
Oct 28, 1991 3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut M3.0 65 km
Feb 3, 2009 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey M3.0 144 km
Aug 5, 2025 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey M2.8 103 km
Mar 10, 1992 2 km SW of Napeague, New York M2.8 61 km
Apr 12, 1991 2 km ENE of North Castle, New York M2.7 74 km
Aug 14, 2014 6 km SW of Deep River Center, Connecticut M2.7 52 km
Aug 14, 2015 3 km SE of Mendham, New Jersey M2.6 150 km
Oct 27, 2001 1 km NNW of Manhattan, New York M2.6 99 km
Aug 22, 2000 2 km WSW of Brewster Hill, New York M2.6 86 km
Jan 13, 2015 2 km E of Wauregan, Connecticut M2.6 118 km
Jan 15, 1992 5 km NNE of Tuxedo Park, New York M2.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

5 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Henri (2021, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2021 Henri Category 1 232 km
2014 Arthur Category 1 235 km
2012 Sandy Category 1 297 km
1991 Bob Category 2 89 km
1985 Gloria Category 2 57 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

142 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 3 fatalities, 227 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jul 10, 1989 EF4 48 km 0
Jul 29, 1971 EF3 69 km 0
May 24, 1962 EF3 71 km 1
Aug 21, 1951 EF3 75 km 0
May 15, 2018 EF2 95 km 0
Jul 12, 2006 EF2 90 km 0
Jun 23, 2001 EF2 98 km 0
Aug 8, 1999 EF2 25 km 0
Sep 7, 1998 EF2 80 km 0
Jul 10, 1989 EF2 76 km 0
Jul 10, 1989 EF2 89 km 0
Jul 10, 1989 EF2 15 km 0
Jul 5, 1984 EF2 81 km 0
Sep 18, 1973 EF2 72 km 0
Sep 18, 1973 EF2 67 km 0
Sep 6, 1973 EF2 97 km 0
Aug 31, 1973 EF2 87 km 0
Jun 12, 1973 EF2 78 km 0
Jul 29, 1971 EF2 92 km 0
Jul 19, 1971 EF2 54 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

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
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: CRESCENT BOW FIRE (1,068 ac, 2012).

Year Name Acres Distance
2012 CRESCENT BOW FIRE 1,068 8 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

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").

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Wading River is located in Suffolk County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 43.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% above the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. 25.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55% of the vote, a 10-point margin. 95.5% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 65 public libraries serving the community. 5,146 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.3% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154
Traffic Accidents41
Avg Accident Severity2.2 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.2%
28% above US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+25.6%
School Test Score6.08
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi
CountySuffolk County County

Services

Broadband Access95.5%
Avg Download Speed129.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed77.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home13.2%
Average costs for common services in Wading River. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

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)
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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)
View all 18 services

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)
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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)
View all 12 services

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)
View all 12 services

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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

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
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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.

NameRatingSitesPrice
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.

ParkTypeFee
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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
RIVERHEAD FOUNDATION MARINEZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION6313699840$1,322,337
BELLPORT-BROOKHAVEN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$588,321
SUFFOLK COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6317272881$399,404
LONG ISLAND ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION$261,004
HALLOCKVILLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6312985292$243,192
SCIENCE EASTGENERAL MUSEUM6318862632$208,996
WESTHAMPTON BEACH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION101 MILL ROAD6312881139$153,225
MARITIME EXPLORIUM AT PORT JEFF HARBORCHILDREN'S MUSEUM6313313277$138,583
ROCKY POINT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$114,421
QUOGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6319962404$85,330
RAILROAD MUSEUM OF LONG ISLANDHISTORY MUSEUM416 GRIFFING AVE6317277920$76,371
JAMESPORT MEETING HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION1590 MAIN ROAD6317225170$70,252
BAYPORT AERODROME SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM28 VITAMIN DR6314722393$61,998
REMSENBURG ACADEMY ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 187$60,674
KETCHAM INNHISTORIC PRESERVATION6318781855$42,952
YAPHANK HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6319243401$42,532
TRAVELING WILDERNESS EXPERIENCEART MUSEUM$34,331
LONG ISLAND ANTIQUE POWER ASSOCIATIONSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM6000 SOUND AVENUE$30,418
SUFFOLK CENTER ON THE HOLOCAUST DIVERSITY AND HUMAN UNDERSTANDINGGENERAL MUSEUM6314514700$25,487
BAYPORT HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6314724625$21,038
CARMANS RIVER MARITIME CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM22 NEWEY LANE6312862700$9,441
MORICHES BAY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONCENTER MORICHES6318781776$8,726
ANTIQUE & CLASSIC AIRCRAFT INTERNATIONALGENERAL MUSEUM
BIG DUCKHISTORIC PRESERVATION6318523377
BNL SCIENCE LEARNING CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUMBROOKHAVEN NATIONAL LABORATORY BUILDING 935
CAMP UPTON HISTORICAL COLLECTIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMPANY K 67TH NEW YORK HISTORICAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
CUMSEWOGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6319287622
EAST QUOQUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION114 JESSUP AVENUE6319962404
EMPIRE STATE CAROUSELGENERAL MUSEUM249 BUCKLEY RD6312072017
FARMINGVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6317329371
FIRE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHOREHISTORIC PRESERVATION6313959693
FLANDERS VILLAGE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION949 FLANDERS RD
GREATER PATCHOGUE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
GRUMMAN MEMORIAL PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTERNEW YORK 256317273200
KALER'S POND AUDUBON CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM6318785576
LONG ISLAND SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM11 WEST MAIN STREET SUITE 101
LONGWOOD ALLIANCEHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MANORVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6313692250
MASTIC PENINSULA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6315048222
MASURY ESTATE BALLROOM RESTORATION FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MAURICE N. FLECKER MEMORIAL GALLERY/LYCUM GALLERY/ GALLERY WESTART MUSEUM
MILLER PLACE-MOUNT SINAI HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION75 N COUNTRY ROAD6314765742
QUOGUE WILDLIFE REFUGEARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3 OLD COUNTY ROAD6316534771
SUFFOLK COUNTY POLICE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION30 YAPHANK AVENUE6318526174
TELSA SCIENCE CENTER AT WADRENCYLFFEGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 552
TESLA SCIENCE CENTER AT WARDENCLYFFESCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
WADING RIVER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6319294082

Libraries in Wading River

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PATCHOGUE-MEDFORD LIBRARY54-60 EAST MAIN STREET0.0569,738
MASTICS-MORICHES-SHIRLEY COMMUNITY LIB407 WILLIAM FLOYD PARKWAY0.0319,004
LONGWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY800 MIDDLE COUNTRY ROAD0.0318,792
SOUTH COUNTRY LIBRARY22 STATION ROAD0.0305,962
COMSEWOGUE PUBLIC LIBRARY170 TERRYVILLE ROAD0.0278,690
CENTER MORICHES FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY235 MAIN STREET0.0262,820
RIVERHEAD FREE LIBRARY330 COURT STREET0.0207,831
WESTHAMPTON FREE LIBRARY7 LIBRARY AVENUE0.0171,531
NORTH SHORE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT250 ROUTE 25A0.0162,572
BAYPORT-BLUE POINT PUBLIC LIBRARY203 BLUE POINT AVENUE0.0124,838
QUOGUE LIBRARY90 QUOGUE STREET0.065,002
BROOKHAVEN FREE LIBRARY273 BEAVER DAM ROAD0.065,000
BAITING HOLLOW FREE LIBRARY4 WARNER DRIVE0.0404

Farmers Markets in Wading River

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Deer Park Farmers MarketSunset Ave. and Brook Rd.
Farmingville Farmers Market755 HORSEBLOCK RDJune to Octobersun:9:00 AM - 1:00 PM;Visit
Flanders Farm Fresh Food Market655 Flanders RoadJuly to OctoberSat:10:00 AM - 2:00 PM;YesVisit
Greater Bellport Community Youth Farmers Market471 Atlantic Avenue07/12/2014 to 10/18/2014Sat: 11:00 AM-4:00 PM;
Port Jefferson Farmers MarketParking lot next to Ferry, Rt 25A
Riverhead Farmers MarketNext to Aquarium, Downtown
Rocky Point Farmers and Artisans MarketPrince and Broadway05/11/2014 to 11/23/2014Sun: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit
Westhampton Beach Farmers Market85 Mill Road05/10/2014 to 11/22/2014Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;YesVisit

Restaurants in Wading River

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Phil's Restaurant
truffles

Dentists in Wading River

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #383176451
US #3865086986

Veterinaries in Wading River

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wading River Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Wading River

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

OK
Speedway
USA

Banks in Wading River

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgehampton
TFCU

Golf Courses in Wading River

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Rock Golf Club

Breweries in Wading River

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Blue Point Brewing CompanyBrewery161 River Ave6314756944Visit
Brickhouse Brewery & RestaurantBrewery, Bar67 W Main St6314472337Visit
Cj's Window Tinting, Inc.asian cinema, investments, african cinema, credit collections, art house films, Glass Circles & Othe604 Bicycle Path8663062508, 8662945450Visit
Crazy BeansRestaurant, Caf, Coffee Shop, and Brewery, Restaurants465 Route 25a6314034954, (631) 403-4954
Crooked Ladder Brewing CoBrewers, Brewery70 W Main St6315913565, (631) 591-3565Visit
Long Ireland Beer CoBrewery817 Pulaski Saint (at Marcy Ave)6314034303Visit
Long Ireland Beer CompanyBrewery and Beer Garden817 Pulaski St6314034303Visit
Macari VineyardsVineyards, Beverages, Tourist Information & Attractions, Brewers, Wine Brokers, Places Of Interest, 150 Bergen Ave6312980100, 6312988373Visit
Moustache Brewing Co.Brewery400 Hallett St(631) 591-3250, 6315913250Visit
Never Again BreweryNY">Brewery30 Hillside Ave
Roanoke Vineyards IncVineyards, Vineyard, Wholesalers, Brewers, Wineries3543 Sound Ave6317274161, 6317274164Visit

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

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
CR 111 & EASTPORT MANOR RDTOWER155
ADIRONDACK DR 300 FT S OF MIDVALETOWER93
1 MI N OF N SIDE OLD COUNTRY RD & E END AVETOWER52
OLD COUNTRY RD & E END AVE (5681)GTOWER52
900 Reeves Avenue (46540)MTOWER46
40 South Country Road (100666)MTOWER38
FRESH POND RD (5687)LTOWER38

Fire Stations in Wading River

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Wading River Fire Department1503 N Country RDVolunteer631-929-4394

Power Plants Near Wading River

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
SHOREHAMPETROLEUM LIQUIDS221112-72.9OP

Airports Near Wading River

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Danbury Municipal AirportDXRMedium Airport
Igor I Sikorsky Memorial AirportBDRMedium Airport
Long Island MacArthur AirportISPMedium Airport
Republic AirportFRGMedium Airport
Tweed New Haven AirportHVNMedium Airport
Bayport AerodromeSmall Airport
Brookhaven Calabro AirportWSHSmall Airport
Calverton Executive AirparkCTOSmall Airport
Candlelight Farms AirportSmall Airport
Chester AirportSmall Airport
Devils Hopyard FieldSmall Airport
Docktors FieldSmall Airport
Flying Ridge AirstripSmall Airport
Francis S Gabreski AirportFOKSmall Airport
Gager FieldSmall Airport
Gardiners Island Landing FieldSmall Airport
Good Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Goodspeed AirportSmall Airport
Irish Hills Farms AirportSmall Airport
Klenawicus AirfieldSmall Airport
Long View Landing AirportSmall Airport
Lufker AirportSmall Airport
Maplewood Farm AirportSmall Airport
Mattituck AirportSmall Airport
Meriden Markham Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Mile Creek AirportSmall Airport
Rankl FieldSmall Airport
Robertson FieldSmall Airport
Rose FieldSmall Airport
Salmon River AirfieldSmall Airport
Skis Landing Area AirportSmall Airport
Spadaro AirportSmall Airport
Talmage FieldSmall Airport
Thomson FieldSmall Airport
Town of East Hampton AirportHTOSmall Airport
Waterbury AirportSmall Airport
Waterbury Oxford AirportOXCSmall Airport
Westmoreland AirportSmall Airport
Whelan Farms AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Wading River

13 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
BNL Police
BNL Police
State Police Department234 Riverleigh Avenue
Suffolk Co Sherriff's Sunbstation325 Old Riverhead Road
Suffolk County Park Ranger - Riverhead StationRiverside Drive
Suffolk County PD 5th Pct125 Waverly Avenue
Suffolk County Police Department 6th Precinct400 Middle Country Road
Suffolk County Police Department 7th Precinct1491 William Floyd Pkwy
Suffolk County Police Headquarters30 Yaphank Avenue
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office100 Center Drive South
Suffolk County Sheriff's Office100 Center Drive South
Town of Riverhead Police Headquarters210 Howell Avenue
Westhampton Beach Village Hall

Grocery Stores in Wading River

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CVS Pharmacy 2726Other6221 Route 25A
King Kullen 51Supermarket6233 Route 25A
Speedway 7738Convenience Store6305 Route 25a
Walgreens 09498Other1815 Wading River Manor Rd

Treatment Centers in Wading River

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Federation of Organizations - Recovery Concepts at PatchougueBoth631-447-6460 x2100
Long Island Community Hospital - 1 East Inpatient Psychiatric UnitBoth516-497-6122
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center - ACT TeamBoth631-475-7108
Pilgrim Psychiatric Center - Yaphank CenterBoth613-924-4411 x6223
Saint Charles Hospital - Chemical Dependency Inpatient ProgramSubstance Abuse631-474-6233
Seafield Center Inc - Med Sup Withdrawal/InpatientSubstance Abuse631-288-1122
Suffolk Cnty Dept of Hlth Servs - Div Comm Mental Hyg East End OTPSubstance Abuse631-852-2680
Suffolk County Comm Mental Hygiene - Farmingville Mental Health ClinicMental Health631-854-2552
University Hospital/Stony Brook ELIH - Stony Brook Medicine/Quannacut OPSubstance Abuse631-369-8966
Wellbridge Rehabilitation Program - InpatientSubstance Abuse631-508-5400
Wellbridge Stabilization Program - Med Sup Withdrawal InpatientSubstance Abuse631-508-5400

DOL Wage Violations in Wading River

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $359,325 in back wages owed to 56 employees.

5
Violations
$359,325
Back Wages Owed
56
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
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).

NameAddress
AL-WAHHAAB FOR UMRAH FOUNDATION INC254 N COUNTRY RD
BRIDGE FOR PEACE INCPO BOX 789
COMING OF THE LORD MINISTRY INC279F OVERHILL RD
LIFE IN THE SPIRIT CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP2 CLIFF RD
ST LUKES CHAPELNORTHSIDE RD
WADING RIVER ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 960
WADING RIVER NORTH SHORE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH260 ROUTE 25A

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wading River

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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