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Ridge, New York, in Suffolk county, is 19 miles NE of Brentwood, New York (center to center) and 57 miles E of New York, New York. Part of the surrounding Nassau - Suffolk metro area, the town is not an isolated town. Ridge is home to some 13,380 residents.
In Ridge, about 57% of adults are married. People in Ridge have space to make their own lives; many people there enjoy living in their own houses or apartments.
There are more females than males in the town than is typical. You'll see many senior citizens in Ridge.
In 2000, Ridge had a median family income of $60,039.
George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($700) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Ridge. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the town.
According to the 2000 census, 86% of the housing in Ridge was owner-occupied. The town presents in interesting mix of housing units, including some used primarily seasonally or for vacations. On average, homes in Ridge have gone up relatively recently.
In Ridge, 94% of commuters drive to work.
Comparing Ridge to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):
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| Racial Diversity | ![]() | ![]() |
| Children Under 5 Years Old | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Portion of People Married | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Working at Home | ![]() | ![]() |
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| People Living Alone | ![]() | ![]() |
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| Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals | ![]() | ![]() |
| Affordability of Rents | ![]() | ![]() |
| Affordability of Property Taxes | ![]() | ![]() |
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