Central Islip, NY

Central Islip, New York

Central Islip, New York, in Suffolk county, is 2 miles E of Brentwood, New York (center to center) and 40 miles E of New York, New York. The town is considered part of the Nassau - Suffolk metropolitan area. Central Islip has a population of 31,950.

The People and Families of Central Islip

In Central Islip, about 42% of adults are married. Households are larger than most, which is consistent with the family emphasis of the town.

Approximately 52% of Central Islip is non-white. The town boasts a diverse population for New York, with several racial groups well-represented among the population.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Central Islip had a median family income of $57,252.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 election, John Kerry was the top Presidential fund-raiser in Central Islip ($1,750). Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Central Islip Housing

About 73% of housing units in Central Islip are owner-occupied. Housing in the town tends to be newer construction.

Commuting

In Central Islip, 88% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Central Islip strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. Peers)	Top 1%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 15%

Comparative Profile of Central Islip, NY

Comparing Central Islip to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Well-Paid Single Men
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Senior Citizens

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Affordability of Rents
People Living Alone
Affordability of Property Taxes

Central Islip Almanac

Central Islip Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Central Islip Public Libraries

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Central Islip Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Central Islip residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Central Islip, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Central Islip High Schools (2004)

CENTRAL ISLIP SHS
85 WHEELER RD
631-348-5078
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,881 students.

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