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West Islip, NY Community

18 discussions from residents and visitors

John Chavez

West Islip is underrated, change my mind

OK so Been living here since 2009. You can expect to pay around $2,613 for rent here. Median household income is $171,045, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $171,045 in West Islip. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get ...

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Kayden

Is West Islip still affordable?

I'm a 39-year-old teacher and Rent is about $2,613/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 26,559 people. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is ...

12 replies 24 upvotes housing
Aria G.

Anyone else love living in West Islip?

Hey, The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $2,613/month for a decent place. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Traffic can be rough during rush...

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Elena

Things that make West Islip unique

Hey, Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $592,700 on average. Crime rate is something to consider -West Islip sits at 119.0 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Public transit need...

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Kayden

Things West Islip needs to improve

Alright, Homes are going for about $592,700 on average. With a population of 26,559, West Islip is a smaller city. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $592,700, which is pretty steep. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Traffic can be rough ...

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Natalie Hughes

Housing in West Islip compared to Tucson

Curious what people think. Been living here since 2006. Homes are going for about $592,700 on average. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. ...

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Linda L.

Couple moving to West Islip from out of state

Hey everyone, My family moved here when I was a kid. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,613 for rent here. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The weather takes some getting used to.

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living_eleanor17

Internet providers in West Islip?

OK so I'm a 22-year-old police officer and Homes are going for about $592,700 on average. The median home value here is around $592,700, which is pretty steep. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a very car-dependent city, for bet...

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Mackenzie Sanders

Healthcare options in West Islip?

OK so I've been here for 17 years and Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -West Islip sits at 119.0 per 100K. Median household income is $171,045, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $171,045 in West Islip. Property taxes...

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Linda L.

Why I chose West Islip over bigger cities

Hi all, Rent is about $2,613/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $171,045 in West Islip. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Bella

How is West Islip for outdoor activities?

OK so I'm single, late 50s, and Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $2,613/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school...

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John Chavez

Working in West Islip -salaries realistic?

I relocated for work and It's a a smaller city city with about 26,559 people. With a population of 26,559, West Islip is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $592,700, which is pretty steep. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarc...

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Alexander Wilson

What I wish I knew before living in West Islip

Hello, I grew up here but left for a while. The median home value here is around $592,700, which is pretty steep. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Let me know your thoughts. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Downtown has i...

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Natalie Hughes

Biggest downsides of living in West Islip?

Alright, My family moved here when I was a kid. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $592,700 on average. You can expect to pay around $2,613 for rent here. Poverty rate is 1.1%, which is pretty low. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The school ...

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Elena

Moving to West Islip for work -advice?

Hi all, I'm retired and Rent is about $2,613/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $592,700 on average. Household incomes average around $171,045 in West Islip. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? Appreci...

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Kayden

What's it really like living in West Islip?

Hello, It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would be great. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Alexander Wilson

Studio apartments in West Islip -options?

Alright, Homes are going for about $592,700 on average. The unemployment rate is 2.6%, which is pretty low. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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