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Bay Shore

#4,843 in Best Places to Raise a Family in America
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb of New York City, NY
  • 58 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      A-
    2. Crime & Safety
      NG
    3. Housing
      C-
    4. Nightlife
      A-
    5. Good for Families
      A-
    6. Diversity
      A+
    7. Jobs
      C+
    8. Weather
      B-
    9. Cost of Living
      C-
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      B+
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    Bay Shore is a suburb of New York City with a population of 30,392. Bay Shore is in Suffolk County. Living in Bay Shore offers residents an urban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bay Shore there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Bay Shore and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Bay Shore are highly rated.
    About Bay Shore...
    Population
    30,392

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $323,000
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,477
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Urban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      38%
    • Own
      62%
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    Bay Shore Rankings

    Niche ranks thousands of places to live based on key statistics from the U.S. Census and and expert insights.

    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    NG
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      —
      282.7
    • Murder
      —
      6.1
    • Rape
      —
      40.7
    • Robbery
      —
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      —
      500.1
    • Theft
      —
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      —
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      15%
    • 10-17 years
      11%
    • 18-24 years
      9%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      11%
    • 45-54 years
      15%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      11%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      14%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      16%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      27%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      27%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      15%
      13%

    Working in Bay Shore

    Jobs
    C+
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $80,123
    National
    $55,322
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    Bay Shore Reviews

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    I've lived in Bay Shore for over 25 years and this town is perfect for families with children and the elderly community. Extremely proud to say I was raised here as a child. Unfortunately, there are no jobs or affordable housing for young professionals. Five years ago, I decided to relocate to Manhattan for a job opportunity. Though the cost of living is expensive, landing a job with decent pay is possible in the city, whereas it is almost non-existent in Bay Shore (Long Island, in general). Main attractions: Bay Shore Marina, South Shore Mall, and restaurants along Main Street.
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    Bay Shore is beautiful town on the South Shore of Suffolk County, New York. I have lived in the area my whole life! I love being close to the water, and love having all the amazing restaurants close by to my house. I love the people and the city.
    Bay shore by far is one the most diverse towns and It has a great sense of community. With events such as the annual arts festival, farmers market, haunted garden, and carols underneath the band shell, Bay Shore makes it a priority to make everyone feel included no matter their background.