Fire Island 61 Average
Fire Island Livability #878 ranked city in New York#17,511 ranked city in the USARanks better than 40% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Fire Island

PROS
  • Employment

    This area excels in the employment category with a score well above average, primarily due to the higher median home income, per capita income and low unemployment rates.

  • Housing

    High scores in the housing category are attributed to this area, possibly pointing to a favorable home affordability ratio, robust appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this area is notably high, making it a more expensive place to live. You'll find higher expenses for everyday goods and services, housing and groceries.

  • Schools

    The lower than average schools score may be influenced by below-average education levels, subpar reading and math scores and the lack of access to local elementary and high schools.

  • Ratings

    Surveys and polls conducted by AreaVibes with residents of the area revealed unfavorable results concerning the walkability of amenities, the availability of parks and public transit access.

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      Fire Island transportation information

      Statistic Fire Island New York National
      Average one way commute32min33min26min
      Workers who drive to work65.7%53.0%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.5%6.7%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit12.4%28.0%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle1.8%0.7%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.7%6.3%2.8%
      Working from home5.9%4.0%4.6%
      Source: The Fire Island, NY data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).