Brightwaters, NY

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Brightwaters Overview

3,181
TOTAL POPULATION
1,572
MALE POPULATION
1,609
FEMALE POPULATION
97.70
MALES / 100 FEMALES
102.35
FEMALES / 100 MALES
39.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
3.1
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$66,172
PER CAPITA INCOME
$189,676
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$187,581
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
31.6%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
68.4¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.35
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,657
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
69.2%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.1%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Brightwaters Zip Codes

Brightwaters Area Codes

Race in Brightwaters

The most populous races in Brightwaters are White / Caucasian (2,881 | 90.6%), Hispanic or Latino (238 | 7.5%), and Two or more Races (154 | 4.8%).
Race in Brightwaters
Race# Population% Population
Asian120.4%
Black / African American902.8%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2387.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,88190.6%
Two or more Races1544.8%
Some other Race441.4%
Total3,181100.0%

Ancestry in Brightwaters

The most populous ancestries reported in Brightwaters are Irish (957 | 30.1%), Italian (834 | 26.2%), German (541 | 17.0%), English (242 | 7.6%), and Puerto Rican (176 | 5.5%), together accounting for 86.4% of all Brightwaters residents.
Ancestry in Brightwaters
Ancestry# Population% Population
American892.8%
Arab50.2%
Austrian371.2%
British60.2%
Burmese220.7%
Celtic190.6%
Central American210.7%
Chilean50.2%
Colombian50.2%
Croatian150.5%
Czech60.2%
Danish150.5%
Dutch361.1%
Eastern European672.1%
Ecuadorian180.6%
English2427.6%
European210.7%
French672.1%
German54117.0%
Ghanaian250.8%
Greek601.9%
Guatemalan210.7%
Haitian230.7%
Hungarian100.3%
Irish95730.1%
Italian83426.2%
Lithuanian230.7%
Mexican60.2%
Nigerian311.0%
Norwegian290.9%
Polish1103.5%
Portuguese110.4%
Puerto Rican1765.5%
Romanian80.3%
Russian531.7%
Scotch-Irish110.4%
Scottish351.1%
Slovene60.2%
South American280.9%
Spaniard60.2%
Subsaharan African561.8%
Swiss200.6%
Syrian50.2%
Ukrainian210.7%
Welsh90.3%
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Immigrants in Brightwaters

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Brightwaters came from Europe (85 | 2.7%), Northern Europe (34 | 1.1%), Latin America (30 | 0.9%), Southern Europe (30 | 0.9%), and Africa (27 | 0.9%), together accounting for 6.5% of all Brightwaters residents.
Immigrants in Brightwaters
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa270.9%
Argentina30.1%
Asia170.5%
Canada70.2%
Central America120.4%
Colombia50.2%
Eastern Asia120.4%
Eastern Europe170.5%
Ecuador100.3%
England40.1%
Europe852.7%
Ghana120.4%
Greece200.6%
Guatemala60.2%
Italy40.1%
Korea120.4%
Latin America300.9%
Mexico60.2%
Netherlands40.1%
Nigeria150.5%
Northern Europe341.1%
Russia170.5%
South America180.6%
Southern Europe300.9%
Spain60.2%
Turkey50.2%
Western Africa270.9%
Western Asia50.2%
Western Europe40.1%
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Sex and Age in Brightwaters

Sex and Age in Brightwaters

The most populous age groups in Brightwaters are 60 to 64 Years (158 | 10.1%) for men and 10 to 14 Years (222 | 13.8%) for women.
Sex and Age in Brightwaters
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57 (3.6%)79 (4.9%)
5 to 9 Years115 (7.3%)130 (8.1%)
10 to 14 Years116 (7.4%)222 (13.8%)
15 to 19 Years146 (9.3%)77 (4.8%)
20 to 24 Years82 (5.2%)90 (5.6%)
25 to 29 Years49 (3.1%)31 (1.9%)
30 to 34 Years57 (3.6%)137 (8.5%)
35 to 39 Years152 (9.7%)69 (4.3%)
40 to 44 Years102 (6.5%)114 (7.1%)
45 to 49 Years86 (5.5%)68 (4.2%)
50 to 54 Years132 (8.4%)140 (8.7%)
55 to 59 Years109 (6.9%)71 (4.4%)
60 to 64 Years158 (10.1%)144 (8.9%)
65 to 69 Years77 (4.9%)98 (6.1%)
70 to 74 Years65 (4.1%)45 (2.8%)
75 to 79 Years27 (1.7%)35 (2.2%)
80 to 84 Years12 (0.8%)27 (1.7%)
85 Years and over30 (1.9%)32 (2.0%)
Total1,572 (100.0%)1,609 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Brightwaters

Median Family Size in Brightwaters

The median family size in Brightwaters is 3.40 persons per family, with single male/father families (50 | 5.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.6 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (32 | 3.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.56 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Brightwaters
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple787 (90.6%)3.42
Single Male/Father50 (5.8%)3.60
Single Female/Mother32 (3.7%)2.56
Total Families869 (100.0%)3.40

Median Household Size in Brightwaters

The median household size in Brightwaters is 3.11 persons per household, with single male/father households (50 | 4.9%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.82 persons per household. non-family households (151 | 14.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Brightwaters
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple787 (77.2%)3.42
Single Male/Father50 (4.9%)3.82
Single Female/Mother32 (3.1%)3.09
Non-family151 (14.8%)1.26
Total Households1,020 (100.0%)3.11

Household Size by Marriage Status in Brightwaters

Out of a total of 1,020 households in Brightwaters, 869 (85.2%) are family households, while 151 (14.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 311, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 110.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Brightwaters
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-110 (10.8%)
2-Person Households311 (30.5%)41 (4.0%)
3-Person Households172 (16.9%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households274 (26.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households86 (8.4%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households26 (2.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total869 (85.2%)151 (14.8%)

Female Fertility in Brightwaters

Fertility by Age in Brightwaters

Average fertility rate in Brightwaters is 59.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 120.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 86.1% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Brightwaters
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years31 (86.1%)120.0
35 to 50 years5 (13.9%)18.0
Total36 (100.0%)59.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brightwaters

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Brightwaters
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Brightwaters

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Brightwaters
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 Degree20 (55.6%)112.0
Graduate Degree16 (44.4%)88.0
Total36 (100.0%)59.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brightwaters

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Brightwaters
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 Degree20 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total36 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Brightwaters

Income Overview in Brightwaters

Per Capita Income in Brightwaters is $66,172, while median incomes of families and households are $189,676 and $187,581 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income3,181$66,172
Median Family Income869$189,676
Mean Family Income869$214,182
Median Household Income1,020$187,581
Mean Household Income1,020$202,958
Income Deficit869$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)3,18131.64%
Wage / Income Gap ($)3,18168.36¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index3,1810.35

Earnings by Sex in Brightwaters

Average Earnings in Brightwaters are $81,346, $100,568 for men and $68,750 for women, a difference of 31.6%.
Earnings by Sex in Brightwaters
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male922 (53.3%)$100,568
Female808 (46.7%)$68,750
Total1,730 (100.0%)$81,346

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brightwaters

The most common earnings brackets in Brightwaters are $100,000+ for men (466 | 50.5%) and $100,000+ for women (295 | 36.5%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Brightwaters
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less6 (0.6%)36 (4.5%)
$2,500 to $4,99922 (2.4%)47 (5.8%)
$5,000 to $7,49920 (2.2%)6 (0.7%)
$7,500 to $9,99918 (1.9%)41 (5.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49912 (1.3%)38 (4.7%)
$12,500 to $14,99918 (1.9%)16 (2.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49913 (1.4%)11 (1.4%)
$17,500 to $19,99915 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,49924 (2.6%)11 (1.4%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)11 (1.4%)
$25,000 to $29,99924 (2.6%)20 (2.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99946 (5.0%)22 (2.7%)
$35,000 to $39,99918 (1.9%)43 (5.3%)
$40,000 to $44,99952 (5.6%)25 (3.1%)
$45,000 to $49,99929 (3.2%)28 (3.5%)
$50,000 to $54,9994 (0.4%)10 (1.2%)
$55,000 to $64,99938 (4.1%)22 (2.7%)
$65,000 to $74,99947 (5.1%)31 (3.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99950 (5.4%)95 (11.8%)
$100,000+466 (50.5%)295 (36.5%)
Total922 (100.0%)808 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brightwaters

Average earnings in Brightwaters are $107,096 for men and $81,827 for women, a difference of 23.6%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $136,824, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $56,875. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $121,711, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $30,208.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Brightwaters
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$56,875$47,750
College or Associate's Degree$71,172$30,208
Bachelor's Degree$106,103$94,722
Graduate Degree$136,824$121,711
Total$107,096$81,827

Family Income in Brightwaters

Family Income Brackets in Brightwaters

According to the Brightwaters family income data, there are 400 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 46.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Brightwaters
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,99900.0%
$25,000 to $34,999313.6%
$35,000 to $49,999283.2%
$50,000 to $74,999526.0%
$75,000 to $99,999333.8%
$100,000 to $149,99919021.9%
$150,000 to $199,99913515.5%
$200,000+40046.0%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brightwaters

6-person families (26 | 3.0%) account for the highest median family income in Brightwaters with $250,001 per family, while 2-person families (322 | 37.0%) have the highest median income of $80,625 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Brightwaters
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families322 (37.0%)$161,250
3-Person Families177 (20.4%)$189,250
4-Person Families268 (30.8%)$209,464
5-Person Families76 (8.7%)$187,969
6-Person Families26 (3.0%)$250,001
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total869 (100.0%)$189,676

Family Income by Number of Earners in Brightwaters

The median family income in Brightwaters is $189,676, with families comprising 2 earners (434) having the highest median family income of $221,000, while families with no earners (106) have the lowest median family income of $93,750, accounting for 49.9% and 12.2% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Brightwaters
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners106 (12.2%)$93,750
1 Earner190 (21.9%)$114,000
2 Earners434 (49.9%)$221,000
3+ Earners139 (16.0%)$203,125
Total869 (100.0%)$189,676

Household Income in Brightwaters

Household Income Brackets in Brightwaters

With 449 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Brightwaters, accounting for 44.0% of all households.
Household Income Brackets in Brightwaters
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99960.6%
$15,000 to $24,99960.6%
$25,000 to $34,999302.9%
$35,000 to $49,999403.9%
$50,000 to $74,999676.6%
$75,000 to $99,999585.7%
$100,000 to $149,99922622.2%
$150,000 to $199,99913813.5%
$200,000+44944.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in Brightwaters

The median household income in Brightwaters is $187,581, with the highest median household income of $207,679 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 296 households (29.0%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Brightwaters
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years296 (29.0%)$207,679
45 to 64 Years466 (45.7%)$192,143
65+ Years258 (25.3%)$117,083
Total1,020 (100.0%)$187,581

Poverty in Brightwaters

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brightwaters

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Brightwaters
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 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (3.0%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)6 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)11 (0.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Brightwaters

According to the poverty statistics in Brightwaters, 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 Brightwaters
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years57 (100.0%)79 (100.0%)
5 Years34 (100.0%)34 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years94 (100.0%)259 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years103 (100.0%)58 (100.0%)
15 Years36 (100.0%)32 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years89 (100.0%)22 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years103 (100.0%)109 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years106 (100.0%)163 (97.0%)
35 to 44 Years254 (100.0%)183 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years218 (100.0%)208 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years267 (100.0%)209 (97.2%)
65 to 74 Years142 (100.0%)143 (100.0%)
75 Years and over69 (100.0%)94 (100.0%)
Total1,572 (100.0%)1,593 (99.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brightwaters

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Brightwaters
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children435 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children298 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children54 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total787 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Brightwaters

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

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

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Brightwaters
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Brightwaters

Employment by Class of Employer in Brightwaters

Among the 1,572 employed individuals in Brightwaters, private company employees (875 | 55.7%), local government employees (296 | 18.8%), and self-employed (incorporated) (171 | 10.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Brightwaters
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees87555.7%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)17110.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)493.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations1217.7%
Local Government Employees29618.8%
State Government Employees442.8%
Federal Government Employees161.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,572100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Brightwaters

According to the labor force statistics for Brightwaters, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,394), 69.2% or 1,657 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.1% or 51 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 96.5% or 166 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 8.1% or 33 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Brightwaters
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years25 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years166 (96.5%)6 (3.6%)
25 to 29 Years74 (92.5%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years165 (85.1%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years406 (92.9%)33 (8.1%)
45 to 54 Years308 (72.3%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years133 (73.9%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years232 (76.8%)6 (2.6%)
65 to 74 Years135 (47.4%)6 (4.4%)
75 Years and over13 (8.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,657 (69.2%)51 (3.1%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brightwaters

According to labor force statistics for Brightwaters, 81.4% of individuals (1,318) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,619) are in the labor force, with 3.0% or 40 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of less than high school, with 100.0% or 17 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 10.7% or 30 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Brightwaters
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma129 (82.2%)0 (0.0%)
College / Associate Degree277 (73.1%)41 (10.7%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher895 (84.0%)12 (1.1%)
Total1,318 (81.4%)49 (3.0%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Brightwaters

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brightwaters are Community & Social Service (417 | 26.1%), Management (276 | 17.2%), Education Instruction & Library (271 | 16.9%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (133 | 8.3%), and Health Technologists (110 | 6.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Brightwaters

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Brightwaters, the most male-oriented occupations are Business & Financial (86.3%), Legal Services & Support (83.3%), and Computers & Mathematics (82.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (76.0%), Education, Arts & Media (71.2%), and Community & Social Service (69.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Brightwaters
OccupationMaleFemale
Management177 (64.1%)99 (35.9%)
Business & Financial88 (86.3%)14 (13.7%)
Computers, Engineering & Science60 (74.1%)21 (25.9%)
Computers & Mathematics24 (82.8%)5 (17.2%)
Architecture & Engineering22 (73.3%)8 (26.7%)
Life, Physical & Social Science14 (63.6%)8 (36.4%)
Community & Social Service 129 (30.9%)288 (69.1%)
Education, Arts & Media17 (28.8%)42 (71.2%)
Legal Services & Support25 (83.3%)5 (16.7%)
Education Instruction & Library65 (24.0%)206 (76.0%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment22 (38.6%)35 (61.4%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating68 (51.1%)65 (48.9%)
Health Technologists54 (49.1%)56 (50.9%)
Total (Category)522 (51.7%)487 (48.3%)
Total (Overall)866 (54.1%)735 (45.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Brightwaters are Security & Protection (51 | 3.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (46 | 2.9%), Personal Care & Service (30 | 1.9%), Firefighting & Prevention (27 | 1.7%), and Law Enforcement (24 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Brightwaters

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Brightwaters, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), and Security & Protection (90.2%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (78.3%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (57.1%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Brightwaters
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support5 (21.7%)18 (78.3%)
Security & Protection46 (90.2%)5 (9.8%)
Firefighting & Prevention22 (81.5%)5 (18.5%)
Law Enforcement24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving46 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance6 (42.9%)8 (57.1%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)30 (100.0%)
Total (Category)103 (62.8%)61 (37.2%)
Total (Overall)866 (54.1%)735 (45.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Brightwaters are Sales & Related (163 | 10.2%), and Office & Administration (128 | 8.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Brightwaters

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Brightwaters
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related110 (67.5%)53 (32.5%)
Office & Administration28 (21.9%)100 (78.1%)
Total (Category)138 (47.4%)153 (52.6%)
Total (Overall)866 (54.1%)735 (45.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Brightwaters are Construction & Extraction (66 | 4.1%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (16 | 1.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Brightwaters

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Brightwaters
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction52 (78.8%)14 (21.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)68 (82.9%)14 (17.1%)
Total (Overall)866 (54.1%)735 (45.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Brightwaters are Transportation (26 | 1.6%), Production (24 | 1.5%), and Material Moving (5 | 0.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Brightwaters

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Brightwaters
OccupationMaleFemale
Production18 (75.0%)6 (25.0%)
Transportation12 (46.2%)14 (53.8%)
Material Moving5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)35 (63.6%)20 (36.4%)
Total (Overall)866 (54.1%)735 (45.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Brightwaters

Employment Industries in Brightwaters

The major employment industries in Brightwaters include Educational Services (323 | 20.2%), Health Care & Social Assistance (240 | 15.0%), Finance & Insurance (176 | 11.0%), Professional & Scientific (169 | 10.6%), and Construction (116 | 7.2%).
Employment Industries in Brightwaters

Employment Industries by Sex in Brightwaters

The Brightwaters industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Accommodation & Food Services (86.7%), and Transportation & Warehousing (81.2%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), Administrative & Support (100.0%), and Educational Services (77.1%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Brightwaters
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction88 (75.9%)28 (24.1%)
Manufacturing34 (46.6%)39 (53.4%)
Wholesale Trade20 (64.5%)11 (35.5%)
Retail Trade83 (75.4%)27 (24.5%)
Transportation & Warehousing39 (81.2%)9 (18.8%)
Utilities6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information16 (57.1%)12 (42.9%)
Finance & Insurance107 (60.8%)69 (39.2%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific133 (78.7%)36 (21.3%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)24 (100.0%)
Educational Services74 (22.9%)249 (77.1%)
Health Care & Social Assistance95 (39.6%)145 (60.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation17 (58.6%)12 (41.4%)
Accommodation & Food Services65 (86.7%)10 (13.3%)
Public Administration40 (66.7%)20 (33.3%)
Total866 (54.1%)735 (45.9%)

Education in Brightwaters

School Enrollment in Brightwaters

The most common levels of schooling among the 973 students in Brightwaters are middle school (290 | 29.8%), high school (214 | 22.0%), and elementary school (190 | 19.5%).
School Enrollment in Brightwaters
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool464.7%
Kindergarten626.4%
Elementary School19019.5%
Middle School29029.8%
High School21422.0%
College / Undergraduate14114.5%
Graduate / Professional303.1%
Total973100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brightwaters

Out of a total of 973 students who are enrolled in schools in Brightwaters, 114 (11.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 859 (88.3%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 5 (25.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 34 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Brightwaters
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds32 (76.2%)10 (23.8%)
5 to 9 Year Old200 (85.8%)33 (14.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds320 (94.7%)18 (5.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds159 (87.4%)23 (12.6%)
18 to 19 Year Olds34 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds57 (80.3%)14 (19.7%)
25 to 34 Year Olds15 (75.0%)5 (25.0%)
35 Years and over42 (79.2%)11 (20.7%)
Total859 (88.3%)114 (11.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brightwaters

Business (351 | 26.8%), education (200 | 15.3%), science & technology (139 | 10.6%), liberal arts & history (129 | 9.9%), and social sciences (83 | 6.3%) are the most common fields of study among 1,309 individuals in Brightwaters who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Brightwaters
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics554.2%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural644.9%
Physical & Health Sciences171.3%
Psychology775.9%
Social Sciences836.3%
Engineering453.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies60.5%
Science & Technology13910.6%
Business35126.8%
Education20015.3%
Literature & Languages272.1%
Liberal Arts & History1299.9%
Visual & Performing Arts352.7%
Communications423.2%
Arts & Humanities393.0%
Total1,309100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Brightwaters

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brightwaters

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Brightwaters are males with 2 vehicles (423, accounting for 49.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (398, making up 59.8%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Brightwaters
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle7 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle56 (6.5%)52 (7.3%)
2 Vehicles423 (49.0%)398 (56.2%)
3 Vehicles230 (26.6%)120 (17.0%)
4 Vehicles116 (13.4%)119 (16.8%)
5 or more Vehicles32 (3.7%)19 (2.7%)
Total864 (100.0%)708 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Brightwaters

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Brightwaters are 10 to 14 minutes (206 commuters, 16.1%), 20 to 24 minutes (194 commuters, 15.1%), and 15 to 19 minutes (168 commuters, 13.1%).
Commute Time in Brightwaters
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes574.4%
5 to 9 Minutes15211.9%
10 to 14 Minutes20616.1%
15 to 19 Minutes16813.1%
20 to 24 Minutes19415.1%
25 to 29 Minutes634.9%
30 to 34 Minutes13510.5%
35 to 39 Minutes60.5%
40 to 44 Minutes675.2%
45 to 59 Minutes856.6%
60 to 89 Minutes806.2%
90 or more Minutes685.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Brightwaters

The most common commute times in Brightwaters are 20 to 24 minutes (111 commuters, 15.9%) for males and 10 to 14 minutes (114 commuters, 19.6%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Brightwaters
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes37 (5.3%)20 (3.4%)
5 to 9 Minutes95 (13.6%)57 (9.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes92 (13.2%)114 (19.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes95 (13.6%)73 (12.5%)
20 to 24 Minutes111 (15.9%)83 (14.3%)
25 to 29 Minutes16 (2.3%)47 (8.1%)
30 to 34 Minutes82 (11.7%)53 (9.1%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)6 (1.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes33 (4.7%)34 (5.8%)
45 to 59 Minutes51 (7.3%)34 (5.8%)
60 to 89 Minutes57 (8.2%)23 (4.0%)
90 or more Minutes30 (4.3%)38 (6.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brightwaters

The most frequent times of departure to work in Brightwaters are 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (186, 26.6%) for males and 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM (123, 21.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Brightwaters
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM11 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM22 (3.2%)6 (1.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM5 (0.7%)30 (5.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM76 (10.9%)30 (5.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM20 (2.9%)30 (5.1%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM141 (20.2%)93 (16.0%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM15 (2.1%)38 (6.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM186 (26.6%)123 (21.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM44 (6.3%)82 (14.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM26 (3.7%)104 (17.9%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM47 (6.7%)32 (5.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM11 (1.6%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM56 (8.0%)9 (1.5%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM39 (5.6%)5 (0.9%)
Total699 (100.0%)582 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Brightwaters

Occupancy by Ownership in Brightwaters

Of the total 1,020 dwellings in Brightwaters, owner-occupied units account for 964 (94.5%), while renter-occupied units make up 56 (5.5%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Brightwaters
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units96494.5%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units565.5%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,020100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Brightwaters

Occupancy by Household Size in Brightwaters
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household11010.8%
2-Person Household35234.5%
3-Person Household17216.9%
4+ Person Household38637.8%
Total Housing Units1,020100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brightwaters

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Brightwaters
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household96 (87.3%)14 (12.7%)
2-Person Household342 (97.2%)10 (2.8%)
3-Person Household161 (93.6%)11 (6.4%)
4+ Person Household365 (94.6%)21 (5.4%)
Total Housing Units964 (94.5%)56 (5.5%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brightwaters

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Brightwaters
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School18 (75.0%)6 (25.0%)
High School Diploma83 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College/Associate Degree198 (88.0%)27 (12.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher665 (96.7%)23 (3.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brightwaters

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Brightwaters
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years838.1%
35 to 44 Years21320.9%
45 to 54 Years18918.5%
55 to 64 Years27727.2%
65 to 74 Years16115.8%
75 to 84 Years515.0%
85 Years and Over464.5%
Total1,020100.0%

Housing Finances in Brightwaters

Median Income by Occupancy in Brightwaters

Median Income by Occupancy in Brightwaters
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied964 (94.5%)$189,032
Renter-Occupied56 (5.5%)$53,000
Average1,020 (100.0%)$187,581

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brightwaters

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Brightwaters
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9996 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9990 (0.0%)6 (10.7%)
$25,000 to $34,99925 (2.6%)5 (8.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99924 (2.5%)16 (28.6%)
$50,000 to $74,99956 (5.8%)11 (19.6%)
$75,000 to $99,99958 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999218 (22.6%)8 (14.3%)
$150,000 or more577 (59.9%)10 (17.9%)
Total964 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brightwaters

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Brightwaters
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $7995 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,49983 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
$1,500 to $1,99992 (9.5%)20 (35.7%)
$2,000 to $2,499105 (10.9%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99976 (7.9%)5 (8.9%)
$3,000 or more603 (62.5%)10 (17.9%)
Total964 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Brightwaters

Housing Structures in Brightwaters

Housing Structures in Brightwaters
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached99597.6%
Single Unit, Attached50.5%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments141.4%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments60.6%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total1,020100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brightwaters

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Brightwaters
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached959 (96.4%)36 (3.6%)
Single Unit, Attached5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total964 (94.5%)56 (5.5%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brightwaters

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Brightwaters
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms0 (0.0%)8 (14.3%)
4 or 5 Rooms68 (7.0%)12 (21.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms313 (32.5%)31 (55.4%)
8 or more Rooms583 (60.5%)5 (8.9%)
Total964 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brightwaters

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Brightwaters
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas660 (68.5%)45 (80.4%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity39 (4.1%)6 (10.7%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene261 (27.1%)5 (8.9%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used4 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
Total964 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Brightwaters

Household Vehicle Usage in Brightwaters
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle20 (2.1%)16 (28.6%)
1 Vehicle140 (14.5%)25 (44.6%)
2 Vehicles535 (55.5%)10 (17.9%)
3 or more Vehicles269 (27.9%)5 (8.9%)
Total964 (100.0%)56 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Brightwaters

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Brightwaters

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units256708
Median Property Value$617,300$696,000
Median Household Income$128,750$465
Monthly Housing Costs$1,501$598
Real Estate Taxes$10,001$22

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brightwaters

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Brightwaters
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,0000 (0.0%)10 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $99,9990 (0.0%)17 (2.4%)
$100,000 to $299,99910 (3.9%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,99949 (19.1%)62 (8.8%)
$500,000 to $749,999147 (57.4%)338 (47.7%)
$750,000 to $999,99935 (13.7%)157 (22.2%)
$1,000,000 or more15 (5.9%)124 (17.5%)
Total256 (100.0%)708 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brightwaters

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Brightwaters
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0000 (0.0%)21 (3.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9996 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99912 (4.7%)9 (1.3%)
$50,000 to $74,99919 (7.4%)12 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99938 (14.8%)37 (5.2%)
$100,000 to $149,99953 (20.7%)20 (2.8%)
$150,000 or more112 (43.8%)165 (23.3%)
Total256 (100.0%)708 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brightwaters

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Brightwaters
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x26 (10.2%)196,667 (27,777.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x54 (21.1%)87 (12.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x55 (21.5%)216 (30.5%)
4.0x or more121 (47.3%)73 (10.3%)
Total256 (100.0%)708 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brightwaters

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Brightwaters
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $8000 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499256 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total256 (100.0%)708 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Brightwaters

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brightwaters

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brightwaters
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years204 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years706 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years234 (93.2%)17 (6.8%)
35 to 44 Years427 (97.7%)10 (2.3%)
45 to 54 Years402 (95.5%)19 (4.5%)
55 to 64 Years482 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years285 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older163 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total3,125 (98.6%)46 (1.5%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brightwaters

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Brightwaters
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born204 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen706 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen222 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brightwaters

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Brightwaters
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00012 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,999174 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999201 (93.9%)13 (6.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999106 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over2,632 (98.8%)33 (1.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brightwaters

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Brightwaters
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 69 (4.4%)204 (100.0%)
6 to 18 Years48 (6.8%)697 (98.7%)
19 to 25 Years36 (16.2%)186 (83.8%)
25 to 34 Years5 (2.0%)229 (91.2%)
35 to 44 Years16 (3.7%)421 (96.3%)
45 to 54 Years50 (11.9%)378 (89.8%)
55 to 64 Years37 (7.7%)462 (95.9%)
65 to 74 Years277 (97.2%)229 (80.3%)
75 Years and over163 (100.0%)128 (78.5%)
Total641 (20.2%)2,934 (92.5%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brightwaters

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Brightwaters
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years12 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (6.7%)54 (19.5%)
35 to 64 Years57 (7.8%)33 (5.4%)
65 to 74 Years29 (20.4%)11 (7.7%)
75 Years and over43 (62.3%)44 (46.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Brightwaters

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Brightwaters: <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%)25 (9.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)18 (3.0%)
65 to 74 Years18 (12.7%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over26 (37.7%)16 (17.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Brightwaters: <span>Vision 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%)6 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years5 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over18 (26.1%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Brightwaters: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years12 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years14 (6.7%)18 (6.5%)
35 to 64 Years36 (4.9%)5 (0.8%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Brightwaters: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)11 (4.0%)
35 to 64 Years32 (4.4%)10 (1.7%)
65 to 74 Years6 (4.2%)5 (3.5%)
75 Years and over21 (30.4%)34 (36.2%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Brightwaters: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years7 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)6 (2.2%)
35 to 64 Years6 (0.8%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over5 (7.2%)15 (16.0%)

Technology Access in Brightwaters

Computing Device Access in Brightwaters

Computing Device Access in Brightwaters
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop96394.4%
Smartphone95193.2%
Tablet84682.9%
No Computing Device111.1%
Total1,020100.0%

Internet Access in Brightwaters

Internet Access in Brightwaters
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home91389.5%
Cellular Data Only777.5%
Satellite Internet383.7%
No Internet262.5%
Total1,020100.0%

Brightwaters Summary

History

The hamlet of Brightwaters, New York is located in the Town of Islip in Suffolk County, New York. It is situated on the south shore of Long Island, approximately 40 miles east of New York City. The area was originally inhabited by the Secatogue Indians, who were part of the Algonquin Nation. The first European settlers arrived in the area in the late 1600s, and the hamlet was officially established in 1872.
The hamlet was originally known as West Islip, but was renamed Brightwaters in 1892. The name was chosen to reflect the sparkling waters of the nearby Great South Bay. The hamlet was a popular summer destination for wealthy New Yorkers, who built large estates along the bay. The area was also home to a number of resorts, including the Brightwaters Hotel, which opened in 1894.
The hamlet experienced a period of growth in the early 20th century, with the construction of the Long Island Rail Road station in 1910. This allowed for easy access to New York City, and the population of Brightwaters began to grow. The hamlet was incorporated in 1927, and the population continued to grow throughout the mid-20th century.

Geography

Brightwaters is located in the Town of Islip in Suffolk County, New York. It is situated on the south shore of Long Island, approximately 40 miles east of New York City. The hamlet is bordered by the Great South Bay to the north, the hamlet of Bay Shore to the east, the hamlet of West Islip to the south, and the hamlet of Islip to the west.
The hamlet has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land. The terrain is mostly flat, with some rolling hills in the northern part of the hamlet. The highest point in Brightwaters is located at the intersection of South Country Road and Brightwaters Boulevard, which is approximately 50 feet above sea level.

Economy

The economy of Brightwaters is largely based on tourism and retail. The hamlet is home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and other services. The hamlet is also home to a number of marinas, which provide access to the Great South Bay.
The hamlet is also home to a number of corporate offices, including those of the Brightwaters Corporation, a real estate development company. The hamlet is also home to a number of medical offices, including those of the Brightwaters Medical Center.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Brightwaters was 6,837. The population density was 3,093.3 people per square mile. The racial makeup of the hamlet was 87.3% White, 5.2% African American, 0.3% Native American, 2.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.8% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 6.3% of the population.
The median household income in Brightwaters was $90,945, and the median family income was $103,945. The per capita income was $41,945. About 3.2% of families and 4.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Brightwaters?
Total Population of Brightwaters is 3,181.
What is the Total Male Population of Brightwaters?
Total Male Population of Brightwaters is 1,572.
What is the Total Female Population of Brightwaters?
Total Female Population of Brightwaters is 1,609.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Brightwaters?
There are 97.70 Males per 100 Females in Brightwaters.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Brightwaters?
There are 102.35 Females per 100 Males in Brightwaters.
What is the Median Population Age in Brightwaters?
Median Population Age in Brightwaters is 39.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Brightwaters
Average Family Size in Brightwaters is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Brightwaters
Average Household Size in Brightwaters is 3.1 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Brightwaters?
Per Capita income in Brightwaters is $66,172.
What is the Median Family Income in Brightwaters?
Median Family Income in Brightwaters is $189,676.
What is the Median Household income in Brightwaters?
Median Household Income in Brightwaters is $187,581.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Brightwaters?
Income or Wage Gap in Brightwaters is 31.6%.
Women in Brightwaters earn 68.4 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Brightwaters?
Inequality or Gini Index in Brightwaters is 0.35.
How Large is the Labor Force in Brightwaters?
There are 1,657 People in the Labor Forcein in Brightwaters.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Brightwaters?
69.2% of People are in the Labor Force in Brightwaters.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Brightwaters?
Unemployment Rate in Brightwaters is 3.1%.