Ridge, NY

Ridge, New York

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.

The People and Families of Ridge

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.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ridge had a median family income of $60,039.

Political Inclinations

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.

Ridge Housing

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.

Commuting

In Ridge, 94% of commuters drive to work.

Comparative Profile of Ridge, NY

Comparing Ridge 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
Senior Citizens
Female Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population

Families

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

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
Working at Home
Short Commute Times

Housing

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

Ridge Almanac

Ridge Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

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

Ridge Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Ridge 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, Ridge, 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

Ridge Colleges

(List of All New York Colleges)

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