Wading River, NY

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8,100
TOTAL POPULATION
4,191
MALE POPULATION
3,909
FEMALE POPULATION
107.21
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.27
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.3
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$58,743
PER CAPITA INCOME
$154,886
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$128,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
7.1%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
92.9¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.41
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
4,424
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
65.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
4.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Wading River Zip Codes

Wading River Area Codes

Race in Wading River

The most populous races in Wading River are White / Caucasian (7,339 | 90.6%), Hispanic or Latino (563 | 7.0%), and Black / African American (423 | 5.2%).
Race in Wading River
Race# Population% Population
Asian740.9%
Black / African American4235.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino5637.0%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian7,33990.6%
Two or more Races1341.7%
Some other Race1301.6%
Total8,100100.0%

Ancestry in Wading River

The most populous ancestries reported in Wading River are Italian (2,258 | 27.9%), Irish (1,969 | 24.3%), German (1,467 | 18.1%), American (901 | 11.1%), and English (474 | 5.9%), together accounting for 87.3% of all Wading River residents.
Ancestry in Wading River
Ancestry# Population% Population
American90111.1%
Armenian450.6%
Austrian260.3%
British440.5%
Canadian150.2%
Central American1171.4%
Colombian600.7%
Cuban310.4%
Czech2082.6%
Danish510.6%
Dominican1191.5%
Dutch460.6%
English4745.9%
European2092.6%
Finnish200.3%
French250.3%
German1,46718.1%
Greek1682.1%
Guatemalan1041.3%
Hungarian180.2%
Indian (Asian)80.1%
Irish1,96924.3%
Italian2,25827.9%
Korean180.2%
Lithuanian300.4%
Mexican110.1%
Norwegian1501.8%
Pakistani200.3%
Peruvian1011.3%
Polish4325.3%
Portuguese170.2%
Puerto Rican770.9%
Russian1161.4%
Salvadoran130.2%
Scotch-Irish210.3%
Scottish620.8%
South American1612.0%
Spanish210.3%
Swedish1301.6%
Thai280.4%
Ukrainian150.2%
West Indian80.1%
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Immigrants in Wading River

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Wading River came from Europe (284 | 3.5%), Latin America (151 | 1.9%), Eastern Europe (149 | 1.8%), Central America (134 | 1.7%), and Guatemala (104 | 1.3%), together accounting for 10.1% of all Wading River residents.
Immigrants in Wading River
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa40.1%
Asia791.0%
Australia190.2%
Canada360.4%
Caribbean170.2%
Central America1341.7%
China80.1%
Czechoslovakia220.3%
Eastern Asia80.1%
Eastern Europe1491.8%
El Salvador150.2%
Europe2843.5%
Guatemala1041.3%
Hong Kong80.1%
India280.4%
Iran230.3%
Italy911.1%
Latin America1511.9%
Mexico150.2%
Northern Europe440.5%
Oceania190.2%
Poland991.2%
Russia280.4%
South Africa40.1%
South Central Asia510.6%
South Eastern Asia200.3%
Southern Europe911.1%
Thailand200.3%
Trinidad and Tobago170.2%
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Sex and Age in Wading River

Sex and Age in Wading River

The most populous age groups in Wading River are 55 to 59 Years (442 | 10.5%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (496 | 12.7%) for women.
Sex and Age in Wading River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years172 (4.1%)173 (4.4%)
5 to 9 Years227 (5.4%)176 (4.5%)
10 to 14 Years272 (6.5%)122 (3.1%)
15 to 19 Years234 (5.6%)231 (5.9%)
20 to 24 Years360 (8.6%)270 (6.9%)
25 to 29 Years331 (7.9%)127 (3.3%)
30 to 34 Years309 (7.4%)90 (2.3%)
35 to 39 Years234 (5.6%)201 (5.1%)
40 to 44 Years133 (3.2%)337 (8.6%)
45 to 49 Years120 (2.9%)190 (4.9%)
50 to 54 Years326 (7.8%)370 (9.5%)
55 to 59 Years442 (10.5%)338 (8.6%)
60 to 64 Years243 (5.8%)496 (12.7%)
65 to 69 Years432 (10.3%)378 (9.7%)
70 to 74 Years253 (6.0%)208 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years61 (1.5%)147 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years9 (0.2%)34 (0.9%)
85 Years and over33 (0.8%)21 (0.5%)
Total4,191 (100.0%)3,909 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Wading River

Median Family Size in Wading River

The median family size in Wading River is 3.16 persons per family, with single male/father families (81 | 3.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.17 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (406 | 19.3%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.76 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Wading River
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,621 (76.9%)3.21
Single Male/Father81 (3.8%)4.17
Single Female/Mother406 (19.3%)2.76
Total Families2,108 (100.0%)3.16

Median Household Size in Wading River

The median household size in Wading River is 2.56 persons per household, with single male/father households (81 | 2.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 4.17 persons per household. non-family households (1,015 | 32.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.05 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Wading River
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,621 (51.9%)3.23
Single Male/Father81 (2.6%)4.17
Single Female/Mother406 (13.0%)3.31
Non-family1,015 (32.5%)1.05
Total Households3,123 (100.0%)2.56

Household Size by Marriage Status in Wading River

Out of a total of 3,123 households in Wading River, 2,108 (67.5%) are family households, while 1,015 (32.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 778, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 966.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Wading River
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-966 (30.9%)
2-Person Households778 (24.9%)49 (1.6%)
3-Person Households588 (18.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households564 (18.1%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households116 (3.7%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households62 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,108 (67.5%)1,015 (32.5%)

Female Fertility in Wading River

Fertility by Age in Wading River

Average fertility rate in Wading River is 49.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 66.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 57.3% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Wading River
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years32 (42.7%)66.0
35 to 50 years43 (57.3%)53.0
Total75 (100.0%)49.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wading River

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Wading River
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years32 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years43 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Wading River

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Wading River
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree52 (69.3%)104.0
Graduate Degree23 (30.7%)71.0
Total75 (100.0%)49.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wading River

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Wading River
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total75 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Wading River

Income Overview in Wading River

Per Capita Income in Wading River is $58,743, while median incomes of families and households are $154,886 and $128,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income8,100$58,743
Median Family Income2,108$154,886
Mean Family Income2,108$178,184
Median Household Income3,123$128,750
Mean Household Income3,123$148,970
Income Deficit2,108$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)8,1007.10%
Wage / Income Gap ($)8,10092.90¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index8,1000.41

Earnings by Sex in Wading River

Average Earnings in Wading River are $81,708, $79,834 for men and $85,934 for women, a difference of 7.1%.
Earnings by Sex in Wading River
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male2,459 (54.1%)$79,834
Female2,085 (45.9%)$85,934
Total4,544 (100.0%)$81,708

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wading River

The most common earnings brackets in Wading River are $100,000+ for men (1,025 | 41.7%) and $100,000+ for women (802 | 38.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Wading River
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less23 (0.9%)34 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $4,99936 (1.5%)136 (6.5%)
$5,000 to $7,499155 (6.3%)144 (6.9%)
$7,500 to $9,99920 (0.8%)32 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49925 (1.0%)56 (2.7%)
$12,500 to $14,9990 (0.0%)133 (6.4%)
$15,000 to $17,49921 (0.9%)49 (2.4%)
$17,500 to $19,999136 (5.5%)18 (0.9%)
$20,000 to $22,49924 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99950 (2.0%)35 (1.7%)
$25,000 to $29,99958 (2.4%)41 (2.0%)
$30,000 to $34,99927 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $39,99956 (2.3%)28 (1.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99944 (1.8%)47 (2.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999190 (7.7%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99974 (3.0%)32 (1.5%)
$55,000 to $64,99976 (3.1%)38 (1.8%)
$65,000 to $74,999137 (5.6%)73 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999282 (11.5%)387 (18.6%)
$100,000+1,025 (41.7%)802 (38.5%)
Total2,459 (100.0%)2,085 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wading River

Average earnings in Wading River are $85,484 for men and $91,250 for women, a difference of 6.3%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $116,250, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $43,438. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $125,068, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $15,170.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Wading River
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$43,438$0
High School Diploma--
College or Associate's Degree$80,583$15,170
Bachelor's Degree$116,250$86,283
Graduate Degree$87,097$125,068
Total$85,484$91,250

Family Income in Wading River

Family Income Brackets in Wading River

According to the Wading River family income data, there are 860 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 40.8% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Wading River
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0001034.9%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999271.3%
$25,000 to $34,999592.8%
$35,000 to $49,999864.1%
$50,000 to $74,9991085.1%
$75,000 to $99,9992049.7%
$100,000 to $149,99942420.1%
$150,000 to $199,99923411.1%
$200,000+86040.8%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wading River

5-person families (116 | 5.5%) account for the highest median family income in Wading River with $248,295 per family, while 3-person families (634 | 30.1%) have the highest median income of $69,562 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Wading River
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families857 (40.6%)$105,809
3-Person Families634 (30.1%)$208,686
4-Person Families439 (20.8%)$201,156
5-Person Families116 (5.5%)$248,295
6-Person Families62 (2.9%)$136,250
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total2,108 (100.0%)$154,886

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wading River

Family Income by Number of Earners in Wading River
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners274 (13.0%)$0
1 Earner624 (29.6%)$122,912
2 Earners876 (41.6%)$208,590
3+ Earners334 (15.8%)$250,001
Total2,108 (100.0%)$154,886

Household Income in Wading River

Household Income Brackets in Wading River

With 903 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Wading River, accounting for 28.9% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Wading River
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0001595.1%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999662.1%
$25,000 to $34,99940613.0%
$35,000 to $49,9991444.6%
$50,000 to $74,9991284.1%
$75,000 to $99,9992227.1%
$100,000 to $149,99969022.1%
$150,000 to $199,99940913.1%
$200,000+90328.9%

Household Income by Householder Age in Wading River

The median household income in Wading River is $128,750, with the highest median household income of $189,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 580 households (18.6%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Wading River
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years580 (18.6%)$189,250
45 to 64 Years1,564 (50.1%)$146,368
65+ Years979 (31.4%)$48,704
Total3,123 (100.0%)$128,750

Poverty in Wading River

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wading River

With 3.5% poverty level for males and 5.8% for females among the residents of Wading River, 16 and 17 year old males and 35 to 44 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 78 males (100.0%) and 80 females (14.9%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Wading River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)27 (7.5%)
25 to 34 Years17 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)80 (14.9%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years32 (4.7%)63 (7.5%)
65 to 74 Years20 (2.9%)31 (5.3%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)23 (11.4%)
Total147 (3.5%)224 (5.8%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wading River

According to the poverty statistics in Wading River, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Wading River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years172 (100.0%)173 (100.0%)
5 Years23 (100.0%)103 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years204 (100.0%)141 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years272 (100.0%)48 (100.0%)
15 Years82 (100.0%)55 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)66 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years416 (100.0%)331 (92.5%)
25 to 34 Years623 (97.3%)217 (100.0%)
35 to 44 Years367 (100.0%)458 (85.1%)
45 to 54 Years446 (100.0%)560 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years653 (95.3%)771 (92.4%)
65 to 74 Years665 (97.1%)555 (94.7%)
75 Years and over103 (100.0%)179 (88.6%)
Total4,026 (96.5%)3,657 (94.2%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wading River

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Wading River show that 2.6% or 42 of the total 1,621 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.2%, comprising of 42 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Wading River
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children970 (95.9%)42 (4.2%)
1 or 2 Children544 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,579 (97.4%)42 (2.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wading River

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Wading River
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)80 (37.6%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)80 (19.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wading River

The poverty data for Wading River shows that 42 of the married-couple family households (2.6%) and 80 of the single-parent households (16.4%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 42 households (4.2%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 80 household (34.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Wading River
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children42 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)80 (34.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (2.6%)80 (16.4%)

Employment Characteristics in Wading River

Employment by Class of Employer in Wading River

Among the 4,169 employed individuals in Wading River, private company employees (2,064 | 49.5%), local government employees (790 | 19.0%), and self-employed (incorporated) (562 | 13.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Wading River
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees2,06449.5%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)56213.5%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)1202.9%
Not-for-profit Organizations3708.9%
Local Government Employees79019.0%
State Government Employees1092.6%
Federal Government Employees1543.7%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total4,169100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Wading River

According to the labor force statistics for Wading River, out of the total population over 16 years of age (6,806), 65.0% or 4,424 individuals are in the labor force, with 4.5% or 199 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 85.7% or 776 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 17.2% or 22 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Wading River
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years128 (40.9%)22 (17.2%)
20 to 24 Years488 (77.5%)65 (13.3%)
25 to 29 Years381 (83.2%)20 (5.2%)
30 to 34 Years306 (76.7%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years776 (85.7%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years862 (85.7%)23 (2.7%)
55 to 59 Years602 (77.2%)50 (8.3%)
60 to 64 Years573 (77.5%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years309 (24.3%)20 (6.5%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,424 (65.0%)199 (4.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wading River

According to labor force statistics for Wading River, 81.6% of individuals (3,498) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (4,287) are in the labor force, with 2.7% or 94 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 87.2% or 1,901 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 6.8% or 43 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Wading River
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School74 (29.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma637 (82.0%)53 (6.8%)
College / Associate Degree889 (82.6%)60 (5.6%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,901 (87.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,498 (81.6%)116 (2.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Wading River

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wading River are Community & Social Service (721 | 17.1%), Education Instruction & Library (613 | 14.5%), Computers, Engineering & Science (445 | 10.5%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (311 | 7.4%), and Management (299 | 7.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Wading River

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Wading River, the most male-oriented occupations are Management (68.6%), Life, Physical & Social Science (59.3%), and Architecture & Engineering (54.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Health Technologists (90.7%), and Education Instruction & Library (86.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Wading River
OccupationMaleFemale
Management205 (68.6%)94 (31.4%)
Business & Financial56 (31.8%)120 (68.2%)
Computers, Engineering & Science239 (53.7%)206 (46.3%)
Computers & Mathematics44 (42.3%)60 (57.7%)
Architecture & Engineering77 (54.2%)65 (45.8%)
Life, Physical & Social Science118 (59.3%)81 (40.7%)
Community & Social Service 100 (13.9%)621 (86.1%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library82 (13.4%)531 (86.6%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment18 (26.5%)50 (73.5%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating56 (18.0%)255 (82.0%)
Health Technologists26 (9.2%)255 (90.7%)
Total (Category)656 (33.6%)1,296 (66.4%)
Total (Overall)2,316 (54.8%)1,909 (45.2%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Wading River are Cleaning & Maintenance (254 | 6.0%), Security & Protection (208 | 4.9%), Law Enforcement (184 | 4.4%), Personal Care & Service (88 | 2.1%), and Healthcare Support (32 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations in Wading River

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Wading River, the most male-oriented occupations are Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (92.9%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (18.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Wading River
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)32 (100.0%)
Security & Protection174 (83.7%)34 (16.4%)
Firefighting & Prevention24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement150 (81.5%)34 (18.5%)
Food Preparation & Serving1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance236 (92.9%)18 (7.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)88 (100.0%)
Total (Category)411 (70.5%)172 (29.5%)
Total (Overall)2,316 (54.8%)1,909 (45.2%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Wading River are Sales & Related (506 | 12.0%), and Office & Administration (435 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Wading River

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Wading River
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related327 (64.6%)179 (35.4%)
Office & Administration196 (45.1%)239 (54.9%)
Total (Category)523 (55.6%)418 (44.4%)
Total (Overall)2,316 (54.8%)1,909 (45.2%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Wading River are Construction & Extraction (275 | 6.5%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (86 | 2.0%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (23 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Wading River

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Wading River
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction275 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair86 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)384 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)2,316 (54.8%)1,909 (45.2%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Wading River are Transportation (141 | 3.3%), Production (124 | 2.9%), and Material Moving (100 | 2.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Wading River

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Wading River
OccupationMaleFemale
Production124 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation118 (83.7%)23 (16.3%)
Material Moving100 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)342 (93.7%)23 (6.3%)
Total (Overall)2,316 (54.8%)1,909 (45.2%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Wading River

Employment Industries in Wading River

The major employment industries in Wading River include Educational Services (713 | 16.9%), Retail Trade (547 | 13.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (516 | 12.2%), Construction (472 | 11.2%), and Professional & Scientific (378 | 8.9%).
Employment Industries in Wading River

Employment Industries by Sex in Wading River

The Wading River industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%), and Administrative & Support (88.3%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Information (100.0%), Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Wading River
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting45 (68.2%)21 (31.8%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction377 (79.9%)95 (20.1%)
Manufacturing116 (70.3%)49 (29.7%)
Wholesale Trade42 (35.0%)78 (65.0%)
Retail Trade396 (72.4%)151 (27.6%)
Transportation & Warehousing55 (70.5%)23 (29.5%)
Utilities65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)70 (100.0%)
Finance & Insurance132 (80.5%)32 (19.5%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)27 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific276 (73.0%)102 (27.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support272 (88.3%)36 (11.7%)
Educational Services132 (18.5%)581 (81.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance107 (20.7%)409 (79.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services0 (0.0%)36 (100.0%)
Public Administration253 (74.4%)87 (25.6%)
Total2,316 (54.8%)1,909 (45.2%)

Education in Wading River

School Enrollment in Wading River

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,692 students in Wading River are high school (455 | 26.9%), college / undergraduate (348 | 20.6%), and middle school (294 | 17.4%).
School Enrollment in Wading River
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool1398.2%
Kindergarten17010.1%
Elementary School21012.4%
Middle School29417.4%
High School45526.9%
College / Undergraduate34820.6%
Graduate / Professional764.5%
Total1,692100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wading River

Out of a total of 1,692 students who are enrolled in schools in Wading River, 281 (16.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,411 (83.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 93 (80.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 10 to 14 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 351 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Wading River
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds23 (19.8%)93 (80.2%)
5 to 9 Year Old353 (87.6%)50 (12.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds351 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds303 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds122 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds136 (64.8%)74 (35.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds26 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over97 (60.3%)64 (39.8%)
Total1,411 (83.4%)281 (16.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wading River

Education (660 | 23.2%), business (489 | 17.2%), physical & health sciences (320 | 11.3%), science & technology (320 | 11.3%), and bio, nature & agricultural (241 | 8.5%) are the most common fields of study among 2,843 individuals in Wading River who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Wading River
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics893.1%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2418.5%
Physical & Health Sciences32011.3%
Psychology752.6%
Social Sciences1184.2%
Engineering1043.7%
Multidisciplinary Studies361.3%
Science & Technology32011.3%
Business48917.2%
Education66023.2%
Literature & Languages461.6%
Liberal Arts & History943.3%
Visual & Performing Arts361.3%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities2157.6%
Total2,843100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Wading River

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wading River

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Wading River are males with 2 vehicles (664, accounting for 29.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (758, making up 35.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Wading River
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle66 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle142 (6.2%)279 (15.1%)
2 Vehicles664 (29.0%)758 (40.9%)
3 Vehicles421 (18.4%)324 (17.5%)
4 Vehicles447 (19.5%)317 (17.1%)
5 or more Vehicles552 (24.1%)175 (9.4%)
Total2,292 (100.0%)1,853 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Wading River

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Wading River are 30 to 34 minutes (1,180 commuters, 32.4%), 15 to 19 minutes (482 commuters, 13.2%), and 10 to 14 minutes (455 commuters, 12.5%).
Commute Time in Wading River
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes10.0%
5 to 9 Minutes1333.6%
10 to 14 Minutes45512.5%
15 to 19 Minutes48213.2%
20 to 24 Minutes40811.2%
25 to 29 Minutes37810.4%
30 to 34 Minutes1,18032.4%
35 to 39 Minutes401.1%
40 to 44 Minutes852.3%
45 to 59 Minutes2426.6%
60 to 89 Minutes1584.3%
90 or more Minutes802.2%

Commute Time by Sex in Wading River

The most common commute times in Wading River are 30 to 34 minutes (582 commuters, 28.8%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (598 commuters, 36.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Wading River
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes1 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes69 (3.4%)64 (4.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes352 (17.4%)103 (6.4%)
15 to 19 Minutes248 (12.3%)234 (14.4%)
20 to 24 Minutes198 (9.8%)210 (13.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes114 (5.6%)264 (16.3%)
30 to 34 Minutes582 (28.8%)598 (36.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes20 (1.0%)20 (1.2%)
40 to 44 Minutes62 (3.1%)23 (1.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes166 (8.2%)76 (4.7%)
60 to 89 Minutes131 (6.5%)27 (1.7%)
90 or more Minutes80 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wading River

The most frequent times of departure to work in Wading River are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (807, 39.9%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (508, 31.4%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Wading River
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM24 (1.2%)50 (3.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM112 (5.5%)0 (0.0%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM128 (6.3%)119 (7.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM149 (7.4%)89 (5.5%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM161 (8.0%)98 (6.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM149 (7.4%)114 (7.0%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM807 (39.9%)264 (16.3%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM209 (10.3%)508 (31.4%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM80 (4.0%)86 (5.3%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM10 (0.5%)44 (2.7%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)108 (6.7%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM124 (6.1%)37 (2.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM70 (3.5%)102 (6.3%)
Total2,023 (100.0%)1,619 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Wading River

Occupancy by Ownership in Wading River

Of the total 3,123 dwellings in Wading River, owner-occupied units account for 2,960 (94.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 163 (5.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Wading River
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,96094.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units1635.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units3,123100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Wading River

Occupancy by Household Size in Wading River
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household96630.9%
2-Person Household82726.5%
3-Person Household58818.8%
4+ Person Household74223.8%
Total Housing Units3,123100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wading River

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Wading River
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household966 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2-Person Household747 (90.3%)80 (9.7%)
3-Person Household588 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household659 (88.8%)83 (11.2%)
Total Housing Units2,960 (94.8%)163 (5.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wading River

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Wading River
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School80 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma348 (81.3%)80 (18.7%)
College/Associate Degree1,034 (94.5%)60 (5.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,498 (98.5%)23 (1.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wading River

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Wading River
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1494.8%
35 to 44 Years43113.8%
45 to 54 Years62019.9%
55 to 64 Years94430.2%
65 to 74 Years82126.3%
75 to 84 Years1585.1%
85 Years and Over00.0%
Total3,123100.0%

Housing Finances in Wading River

Median Income by Occupancy in Wading River

Median Income by Occupancy in Wading River
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,960 (94.8%)$131,667
Renter-Occupied163 (5.2%)$0
Average3,123 (100.0%)$128,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wading River

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Wading River
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00031 (1.1%)80 (49.1%)
$5,000 to $9,99947 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,99918 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99948 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999405 (13.7%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999145 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999106 (3.6%)21 (12.9%)
$75,000 to $99,999222 (7.5%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999668 (22.6%)22 (13.5%)
$150,000 or more1,270 (42.9%)40 (24.5%)
Total2,960 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wading River

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Wading River
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30081 (2.7%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49955 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799174 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $99914 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499583 (19.7%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,999296 (10.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,499417 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999498 (16.8%)103 (63.2%)
$3,000 or more842 (28.4%)60 (36.8%)
Total2,960 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Wading River

Housing Structures in Wading River

Housing Structures in Wading River
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,87592.1%
Single Unit, Attached240.8%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments250.8%
Mobile Home / Other1996.4%
Total3,123100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wading River

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Wading River
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached2,792 (97.1%)83 (2.9%)
Single Unit, Attached24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments25 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other119 (59.8%)80 (40.2%)
Total2,960 (94.8%)163 (5.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wading River

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Wading River
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room25 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms125 (4.2%)80 (49.1%)
4 or 5 Rooms505 (17.1%)0 (0.0%)
6 or 7 Rooms984 (33.2%)45 (27.6%)
8 or more Rooms1,321 (44.6%)38 (23.3%)
Total2,960 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wading River

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Wading River
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas417 (14.1%)0 (0.0%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas202 (6.8%)80 (49.1%)
Electricity136 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene2,134 (72.1%)83 (50.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels46 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used25 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,960 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Wading River

Household Vehicle Usage in Wading River
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle48 (1.6%)80 (49.1%)
1 Vehicle778 (26.3%)0 (0.0%)
2 Vehicles1,218 (41.1%)45 (27.6%)
3 or more Vehicles916 (30.9%)38 (23.3%)
Total2,960 (100.0%)163 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Wading River

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Wading River

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units1,3371,623
Median Property Value$495,600$449,700
Median Household Income$107,132$840
Monthly Housing Costs$1,425$821
Real Estate Taxes$9,970$14

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wading River

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Wading River
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00061 (4.6%)14 (0.9%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999146 (10.9%)159 (9.8%)
$300,000 to $499,999473 (35.4%)839 (51.7%)
$500,000 to $749,999489 (36.6%)281 (17.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999137 (10.2%)158 (9.7%)
$1,000,000 or more31 (2.3%)172 (10.6%)
Total1,337 (100.0%)1,623 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wading River

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Wading River
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00078 (5.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99966 (4.9%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,999217 (16.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,999125 (9.3%)188 (11.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99957 (4.3%)20 (1.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999111 (8.3%)49 (3.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999253 (18.9%)111 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more430 (32.2%)415 (25.6%)
Total1,337 (100.0%)1,623 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wading River

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Wading River
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x198 (14.8%)151,319 (9,323.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x278 (20.8%)208 (12.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x192 (14.4%)315 (19.4%)
4.0x or more669 (50.0%)448 (27.6%)
Total1,337 (100.0%)1,623 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wading River

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Wading River
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80058 (4.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49938 (2.8%)22 (1.4%)
$800 to $1,4991,218 (91.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,337 (100.0%)1,623 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Wading River

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wading River

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wading River
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years471 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years1,005 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years882 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years573 (83.0%)117 (17.0%)
35 to 44 Years867 (95.8%)38 (4.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,001 (99.5%)5 (0.5%)
55 to 64 Years1,492 (98.2%)27 (1.8%)
65 to 74 Years1,271 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older305 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total7,867 (97.7%)187 (2.3%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wading River

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Wading River
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born471 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen1,005 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen882 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wading River

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Wading River
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000369 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999890 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999286 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999484 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over5,785 (97.2%)167 (2.8%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wading River

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Wading River
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 627 (5.7%)444 (94.3%)
6 to 18 Years148 (14.7%)857 (85.3%)
19 to 25 Years172 (19.5%)710 (80.5%)
25 to 34 Years162 (23.5%)452 (65.5%)
35 to 44 Years96 (10.6%)773 (85.4%)
45 to 54 Years108 (10.7%)913 (90.8%)
55 to 64 Years181 (11.9%)1,351 (88.9%)
65 to 74 Years1,242 (97.7%)759 (59.7%)
75 Years and over305 (100.0%)199 (65.2%)
Total2,441 (30.3%)6,458 (80.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wading River

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Wading River
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years29 (4.4%)21 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years148 (14.0%)25 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years36 (2.4%)76 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years111 (16.2%)221 (37.7%)
75 Years and over27 (26.2%)88 (43.6%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Wading River

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Wading River: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years101 (14.7%)147 (25.1%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)88 (43.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Wading River: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years28 (16.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years3 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)3 (0.2%)
65 to 74 Years46 (6.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over13 (12.6%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Wading River: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years29 (4.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years107 (10.1%)25 (4.3%)
35 to 64 Years11 (0.7%)23 (1.2%)
65 to 74 Years7 (1.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Wading River: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years8 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years22 (1.5%)76 (3.9%)
65 to 74 Years3 (0.4%)74 (12.6%)
75 Years and over27 (26.2%)88 (43.6%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Wading River: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)21 (5.1%)
18 to 34 Years15 (1.4%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years5 (0.3%)6 (0.3%)
65 to 74 Years10 (1.5%)32 (5.5%)
75 Years and over14 (13.6%)0 (0.0%)

Technology Access in Wading River

Computing Device Access in Wading River

Computing Device Access in Wading River
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,77088.7%
Smartphone2,90192.9%
Tablet2,15869.1%
No Computing Device1665.3%
Total3,123100.0%

Internet Access in Wading River

Internet Access in Wading River
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet150.5%
Broadband Home2,78889.3%
Cellular Data Only802.6%
Satellite Internet1464.7%
No Internet2407.7%
Total3,123100.0%

Wading River Summary

Wading River is a hamlet located in the Town of Riverhead in Suffolk County, New York. It is situated on the north shore of Long Island, approximately 70 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the Long Island Sound to the north, the Peconic River to the south, and the Nissequogue River to the west.

History

The area now known as Wading River was originally inhabited by the Algonquin-speaking Shinnecock Indians. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1600s, and the hamlet was officially established in 1703. The name “Wading River” is derived from the Shinnecock word “Watawing,” which means “where one wades.”
In the late 1700s, the hamlet was a popular destination for wealthy New Yorkers who wanted to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The area was known for its beautiful beaches and lush forests, and many of the original homes and buildings still stand today.
In the early 1900s, Wading River became a popular summer destination for wealthy New Yorkers. The area was known for its beautiful beaches and lush forests, and many of the original homes and buildings still stand today.
In the 1950s, Wading River began to experience a population boom as more and more people moved to the area. The hamlet was officially incorporated in 1962, and the population has continued to grow ever since.

Geography

Wading River is located on the north shore of Long Island, approximately 70 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the Long Island Sound to the north, the Peconic River to the south, and the Nissequogue River to the west.
The hamlet is situated on a peninsula, with the Long Island Sound to the north and the Peconic River to the south. The area is mostly flat, with some rolling hills and wooded areas. The highest point in the hamlet is located at the intersection of Wading River Road and Sound Avenue, at an elevation of approximately 100 feet.

Economy

The economy of Wading River is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The hamlet is home to several popular beaches, including Wading River Beach and Wildwood Beach. The area is also known for its wineries, including the Wölffer Estate Vineyard and the Macari Vineyards.
Agriculture is also an important part of the local economy. The area is home to several farms, including the Wading River Farm and the North Fork Farm. The farms produce a variety of fruits and vegetables, including apples, peaches, and pumpkins.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Wading River was 8,867. The population is predominantly white (90.2%), with a small percentage of African Americans (3.2%) and Hispanics (2.7%). The median household income is $87,857, and the median home value is $400,000.
The hamlet is served by the Riverhead Central School District, which includes five elementary schools, one middle school, and one high school. The hamlet is also home to several private schools, including the Wading River Christian Academy and the Wading River Montessori School.

Conclusion

Wading River is a hamlet located in the Town of Riverhead in Suffolk County, New York. It is situated on the north shore of Long Island, approximately 70 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the Long Island Sound to the north, the Peconic River to the south, and the Nissequogue River to the west. The area was originally inhabited by the Algonquin-speaking Shinnecock Indians, and was officially established in 1703. The economy of Wading River is largely based on tourism and agriculture, and the population is predominantly white. The hamlet is served by the Riverhead Central School District, and is home to several private schools.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Wading River?
Total Population of Wading River is 8,100.
What is the Total Male Population of Wading River?
Total Male Population of Wading River is 4,191.
What is the Total Female Population of Wading River?
Total Female Population of Wading River is 3,909.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Wading River?
There are 107.21 Males per 100 Females in Wading River.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Wading River?
There are 93.27 Females per 100 Males in Wading River.
What is the Median Population Age in Wading River?
Median Population Age in Wading River is 45.3 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Wading River
Average Family Size in Wading River is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Wading River
Average Household Size in Wading River is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Wading River?
Per Capita income in Wading River is $58,743.
What is the Median Family Income in Wading River?
Median Family Income in Wading River is $154,886.
What is the Median Household income in Wading River?
Median Household Income in Wading River is $128,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Wading River?
Income or Wage Gap in Wading River is 7.1%.
Women in Wading River earn 92.9 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Wading River?
Inequality or Gini Index in Wading River is 0.41.
How Large is the Labor Force in Wading River?
There are 4,424 People in the Labor Forcein in Wading River.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Wading River?
65.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Wading River.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Wading River?
Unemployment Rate in Wading River is 4.5%.