Median Age
42 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
19%
Islip
Islip, NY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,392
Population
17,870
Renter Mix
20% Rent
Delight in the historic charm of this seaside community
Suburban
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Coastal
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Historic
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Charming
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Quaint
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Scenic
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Lush
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Peaceful
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Upscale
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Close-Knit
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Welcoming
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Nestled along the Great South Bay on the South Shore of Long Island, Islip is a historic seaside community with roots dating back to 1683. Islip’s small-town charm is evident in the many quaint shops, eateries, salons, and boutiques situated on tree-lined Main Street.
Islip residents enjoy tranquil residential neighborhoods and quick access to retail centers like Westfield South Shore and Central Islip Town Center. Drive down South Bay Avenue to get to Islip Town Beach, where locals sunbathe by the bay. Recreational opportunities abound at nearby Heckscher State Park, with numerous trails, athletic fields, and boat launches available for public use.
Wine country sits to the east of Islip while Manhattan lies about 50 miles to the west, providing Islip residents with a broad range of options for weekend adventures. Getting around from Islip is easy with convenience to the Southern State Parkway, Sunrise Highway, and the Montauk Branch of the Long Island Rail Road.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$118,312
Average: $142,422
Education
5,015
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,803
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Islip has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Islip, NY is $2,411 for a studio, $2,392 for one bedroom, and $3,162 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Islip has increased by 1.5% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,392/month
715 Sq Ft
House
$11,029/month
178 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,270/month
820 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Islip, NY is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
20
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
60
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Maud S Sherwood Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
366 Students
Commack Road Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
422 Students
Public
Grades K-5
373 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
600 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
890 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park
- Heckscher State Park
- Long Island Environmental Interpretive Center
- Gardiner County Park
- Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Airports
- Long Island MacArthur
- John F Kennedy International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.