New York · Metropolitan Area
West Sayville is a small town in New York with a population of 4,944. Residents earn $154,531 per year, which is 106% above the national average.
Based on current data, West Sayville receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. West Sayville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
The median household income in West Sayville is $154,531, which is significantly higher than the national average — 106% above $75,149. This places West Sayville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.
The median home value in West Sayville is $558,400, making it a premium housing market at 98% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,537 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Educational attainment is solid, with 40.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
West Sayville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 96.3% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.7% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $154,531 |
| 106% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $65,166 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,489 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $139,155 |
| Unemployment | 1.8% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.7% |
| 94% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56,397 |
| County GDP | $130,222M |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Healthcare | 6,152 |
| Retail | 5,602 |
| Manufacturing | 820 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.79% |
| Commute Time | 29.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |
| Census Median | $558,400 |
| 98% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $687,079 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,537 |
| 118% above US avg |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 88.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $15,590 |
| 345% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.79% |
| Obesity | 27.9% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 6.9% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.9% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 4.4% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.3% |
| Depression | 18.6% |
| Mental Distress | 15.9% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 98.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 4,800/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.9 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,575/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7297°N, 73.1052°W |
| County FIPS | 36059 |
Winner: Republican by 4.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 40.8% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 2,575/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 63 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 6,152 |
| Restaurants | 3,828 |
| Retail Stores | 5,602 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 76 |
| Avg Commute | 29.6 min |
| Work from Home | 10.1% |