Southold, NY

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Southold Overview

6,386
TOTAL POPULATION
3,312
MALE POPULATION
3,074
FEMALE POPULATION
107.74
MALES / 100 FEMALES
92.81
FEMALES / 100 MALES
50.6
MEDIAN AGE
2.9
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.5
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$72,072
PER CAPITA INCOME
$163,661
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$103,832
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
19.3%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
80.7¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.52
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,872
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.8%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
8.5%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Southold Zip Codes

Southold Area Codes

Race in Southold

The most populous races in Southold are White / Caucasian (5,334 | 83.5%), Hispanic or Latino (903 | 14.1%), and Some other Race (493 | 7.7%).
Race in Southold
Race# Population% Population
Asian2323.6%
Black / African American270.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino90314.1%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian5,33483.5%
Two or more Races3004.7%
Some other Race4937.7%
Total6,386100.0%

Ancestry in Southold

The most populous ancestries reported in Southold are German (1,094 | 17.1%), Irish (1,046 | 16.4%), Italian (859 | 13.5%), American (837 | 13.1%), and English (513 | 8.0%), together accounting for 68.1% of all Southold residents.
Ancestry in Southold
Ancestry# Population% Population
American83713.1%
Argentinean240.4%
Canadian791.2%
Central American3275.1%
Croatian611.0%
Cypriot80.1%
Danish240.4%
Dominican1672.6%
Dutch180.3%
Eastern European901.4%
Ecuadorian160.3%
English5138.0%
European1672.6%
Finnish180.3%
French721.1%
French Canadian110.2%
German1,09417.1%
Greek1362.1%
Guatemalan2513.9%
Hungarian180.3%
Indian (Asian)881.4%
Irish1,04616.4%
Italian85913.5%
Korean921.4%
Lithuanian200.3%
Mexican1862.9%
Mongolian160.3%
Norwegian500.8%
Polish4056.3%
Puerto Rican1312.1%
Russian220.3%
Salvadoran761.2%
Scotch-Irish180.3%
Scottish951.5%
Slovak340.5%
South American621.0%
Swedish140.2%
Swiss100.2%
Thai360.6%
Turkish330.5%
Ukrainian460.7%
Venezuelan220.3%
Welsh420.7%
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Immigrants in Southold

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Southold came from Latin America (379 | 5.9%), Europe (319 | 5.0%), Central America (291 | 4.6%), Asia (234 | 3.7%), and Eastern Europe (200 | 3.1%), together accounting for 22.3% of all Southold residents.
Immigrants in Southold
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Argentina240.4%
Asia2343.7%
Belarus430.7%
Canada410.6%
Caribbean641.0%
Central America2914.6%
China250.4%
Croatia440.7%
Cuba150.2%
Czechoslovakia180.3%
Dominican Republic490.8%
Eastern Asia250.4%
Eastern Europe2003.1%
El Salvador540.9%
Europe3195.0%
Germany270.4%
Greece921.4%
Guatemala1822.9%
India360.6%
Latin America3795.9%
Malaysia160.3%
Mexico550.9%
Philippines801.3%
Poland741.2%
South America240.4%
South Central Asia360.6%
South Eastern Asia981.5%
Southern Europe921.4%
Turkey671.1%
Ukraine210.3%
Vietnam20.0%
Western Asia751.2%
Western Europe270.4%
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Sex and Age in Southold

Sex and Age in Southold

The most populous age groups in Southold are 60 to 64 Years (400 | 12.1%) for men and 55 to 59 Years (327 | 10.6%) for women.
Sex and Age in Southold
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years144 (4.3%)221 (7.2%)
5 to 9 Years321 (9.7%)173 (5.6%)
10 to 14 Years256 (7.7%)255 (8.3%)
15 to 19 Years85 (2.6%)50 (1.6%)
20 to 24 Years52 (1.6%)22 (0.7%)
25 to 29 Years81 (2.5%)55 (1.8%)
30 to 34 Years228 (6.9%)216 (7.0%)
35 to 39 Years147 (4.4%)214 (7.0%)
40 to 44 Years163 (4.9%)169 (5.5%)
45 to 49 Years189 (5.7%)121 (3.9%)
50 to 54 Years134 (4.1%)190 (6.2%)
55 to 59 Years312 (9.4%)327 (10.6%)
60 to 64 Years400 (12.1%)273 (8.9%)
65 to 69 Years296 (8.9%)210 (6.8%)
70 to 74 Years231 (7.0%)265 (8.6%)
75 to 79 Years108 (3.3%)144 (4.7%)
80 to 84 Years71 (2.1%)65 (2.1%)
85 Years and over94 (2.8%)104 (3.4%)
Total3,312 (100.0%)3,074 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Southold

Median Family Size in Southold

The median family size in Southold is 2.93 persons per family, with single male/father families (53 | 3.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 4.66 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (168 | 9.4%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.10 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Southold
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple1,562 (87.6%)2.96
Single Male/Father53 (3.0%)4.66
Single Female/Mother168 (9.4%)2.10
Total Families1,783 (100.0%)2.93

Median Household Size in Southold

The median household size in Southold is 2.47 persons per household, with single male/father households (53 | 2.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 5.21 persons per household. non-family households (786 | 30.6%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.26 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Southold
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple1,562 (60.8%)3.02
Single Male/Father53 (2.1%)5.21
Single Female/Mother168 (6.5%)2.10
Non-family786 (30.6%)1.26
Total Households2,569 (100.0%)2.47

Household Size by Marriage Status in Southold

Out of a total of 2,569 households in Southold, 1,783 (69.4%) are family households, while 786 (30.6%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 965, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 592.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Southold
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-592 (23.0%)
2-Person Households965 (37.6%)194 (7.5%)
3-Person Households220 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households357 (13.9%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households226 (8.8%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households15 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,783 (69.4%)786 (30.6%)

Female Fertility in Southold

Fertility by Age in Southold

Average fertility rate in Southold is 78.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 125.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Southold
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years70 (100.0%)125.0
Total70 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Southold

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Southold
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Southold

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Southold
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 Degree33 (47.1%)327.0
Bachelor's Degree16 (22.9%)82.0
Graduate Degree21 (30.0%)61.0
Total70 (100.0%)78.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Southold

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Southold
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree33 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree16 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total70 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Southold

Income Overview in Southold

Per Capita Income in Southold is $72,072, while median incomes of families and households are $163,661 and $103,832 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income6,386$72,072
Median Family Income1,783$163,661
Mean Family Income1,783$222,477
Median Household Income2,569$103,832
Mean Household Income2,569$183,951
Income Deficit1,783$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)6,38619.26%
Wage / Income Gap ($)6,38680.74¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index6,3860.52

Earnings by Sex in Southold

Average Earnings in Southold are $76,191, $79,189 for men and $63,939 for women, a difference of 19.3%.
Earnings by Sex in Southold
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,765 (59.1%)$79,189
Female1,220 (40.9%)$63,939
Total2,985 (100.0%)$76,191

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Southold

The most common earnings brackets in Southold are $100,000+ for men (618 | 35.0%) and $100,000+ for women (338 | 27.7%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Southold
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less42 (2.4%)26 (2.1%)
$2,500 to $4,99926 (1.5%)15 (1.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49938 (2.1%)3 (0.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99914 (0.8%)18 (1.5%)
$10,000 to $12,49938 (2.1%)17 (1.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99942 (2.4%)49 (4.0%)
$15,000 to $17,49913 (0.7%)6 (0.5%)
$17,500 to $19,99955 (3.1%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99911 (0.6%)22 (1.8%)
$25,000 to $29,99947 (2.7%)67 (5.5%)
$30,000 to $34,99995 (5.4%)95 (7.8%)
$35,000 to $39,9990 (0.0%)36 (2.9%)
$40,000 to $44,99917 (1.0%)124 (10.2%)
$45,000 to $49,99922 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $54,9990 (0.0%)11 (0.9%)
$55,000 to $64,999221 (12.5%)149 (12.2%)
$65,000 to $74,999112 (6.4%)31 (2.5%)
$75,000 to $99,999354 (20.1%)213 (17.5%)
$100,000+618 (35.0%)338 (27.7%)
Total1,765 (100.0%)1,220 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Southold

Average earnings in Southold are $83,839 for men and $64,545 for women, a difference of 23.0%. Men with an educational attainment of college or associate's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $97,045, while those with less than high school education earn the least with $55,901. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $104,306, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $30,662.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Southold
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School$55,901$0
High School Diploma$86,842$30,662
College or Associate's Degree$97,045$57,059
Bachelor's Degree$84,107$75,769
Graduate Degree--
Total$83,839$64,545

Family Income in Southold

Family Income Brackets in Southold

According to the Southold family income data, there are 672 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 37.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Southold
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99900.0%
$15,000 to $24,999140.8%
$25,000 to $34,999714.0%
$35,000 to $49,999553.1%
$50,000 to $74,99931417.6%
$75,000 to $99,99921211.9%
$100,000 to $149,99919310.8%
$150,000 to $199,99925314.2%
$200,000+67237.7%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Southold

4-person families (362 | 20.3%) account for the highest median family income in Southold with $208,012 per family, while 3-person families (210 | 11.8%) have the highest median income of $66,167 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Southold
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families1,008 (56.5%)$117,500
3-Person Families210 (11.8%)$198,500
4-Person Families362 (20.3%)$208,012
5-Person Families188 (10.5%)$0
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families15 (0.8%)$0
Total1,783 (100.0%)$163,661

Family Income by Number of Earners in Southold

Family Income by Number of Earners in Southold
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners309 (17.3%)$74,435
1 Earner606 (34.0%)$0
2 Earners774 (43.4%)$199,500
3+ Earners94 (5.3%)$250,001
Total1,783 (100.0%)$163,661

Household Income in Southold

Household Income Brackets in Southold

With 735 households falling in the category, the $200,000+ income range is the most frequent in Southold, accounting for 28.6% of all households. In contrast, only 44 households (1.7%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Southold
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000441.7%
$10,000 to $14,999823.2%
$15,000 to $24,999853.3%
$25,000 to $34,999873.4%
$35,000 to $49,9991415.5%
$50,000 to $74,99951620.1%
$75,000 to $99,99926210.2%
$100,000 to $149,99927010.5%
$150,000 to $199,99935213.7%
$200,000+73528.6%

Household Income by Householder Age in Southold

The median household income in Southold is $103,832, with the highest median household income of $161,522 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 538 households (20.9%) fall into this category.
Household Income by Householder Age in Southold
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years538 (20.9%)$161,522
45 to 64 Years1,117 (43.5%)$157,917
65+ Years914 (35.6%)$72,188
Total2,569 (100.0%)$103,832

Poverty in Southold

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Southold

With 4.0% poverty level for males and 3.6% for females among the residents of Southold, 45 to 54 year old males and 55 to 64 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 75 males (23.2%) and 43 females (7.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Southold
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%)3 (1.1%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
45 to 54 Years75 (23.2%)16 (5.1%)
55 to 64 Years40 (5.6%)43 (7.2%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)30 (6.3%)
75 Years and over17 (6.2%)18 (5.8%)
Total132 (4.0%)110 (3.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Southold

According to the poverty statistics in Southold, 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 Southold
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years144 (100.0%)179 (100.0%)
5 Years37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years331 (100.0%)294 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years209 (100.0%)134 (100.0%)
15 Years37 (100.0%)11 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years33 (100.0%)33 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years67 (100.0%)28 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years309 (100.0%)268 (98.9%)
35 to 44 Years310 (100.0%)383 (100.0%)
45 to 54 Years248 (76.8%)295 (94.9%)
55 to 64 Years672 (94.4%)557 (92.8%)
65 to 74 Years527 (100.0%)445 (93.7%)
75 Years and over256 (93.8%)295 (94.3%)
Total3,180 (96.0%)2,922 (96.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Southold

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Southold
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,017 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children377 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,562 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Southold

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Southold
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 Southold

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

Employment by Class of Employer in Southold

Among the 2,579 employed individuals in Southold, private company employees (1,475 | 57.2%), self-employed (incorporated) (300 | 11.6%), and local government employees (266 | 10.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Southold
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,47557.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)30011.6%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)2459.5%
Not-for-profit Organizations1656.4%
Local Government Employees26610.3%
State Government Employees672.6%
Federal Government Employees301.2%
Unpaid Family Workers311.2%
Total2,579100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Southold

According to the labor force statistics for Southold, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,968), 57.8% or 2,872 individuals are in the labor force, with 8.5% or 244 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 35 to 44 years, with 91.3% or 633 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 75 years and over age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 21.8% or 24 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Southold
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years10 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Years56 (75.7%)6 (10.7%)
25 to 29 Years87 (64.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years344 (77.5%)16 (4.7%)
35 to 44 Years633 (91.3%)31 (4.9%)
45 to 54 Years555 (87.5%)51 (9.2%)
55 to 59 Years357 (55.9%)22 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years462 (68.6%)59 (12.8%)
65 to 74 Years256 (25.5%)36 (14.1%)
75 Years and over110 (18.8%)24 (21.8%)
Total2,872 (57.8%)244 (8.5%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Southold

According to labor force statistics for Southold, 75.7% of individuals (2,437) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,219) are in the labor force, with 7.3% or 178 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of college / associate degree, with 94.8% or 439 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 19.7% or 74 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Southold
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School222 (58.4%)27 (7.2%)
High School Diploma375 (46.4%)159 (19.7%)
College / Associate Degree439 (94.8%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,402 (89.4%)99 (6.3%)
Total2,437 (75.7%)235 (7.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Southold

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Southold are Community & Social Service (469 | 17.9%), Management (233 | 8.9%), Education Instruction & Library (204 | 7.8%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (190 | 7.2%), and Health Technologists (184 | 7.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Southold

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Southold, the most male-oriented occupations are Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), Business & Financial (74.1%), and Management (51.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education, Arts & Media (100.0%), Life, Physical & Social Science (91.2%), and Education Instruction & Library (66.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Southold
OccupationMaleFemale
Management119 (51.1%)114 (48.9%)
Business & Financial80 (74.1%)28 (25.9%)
Computers, Engineering & Science62 (45.9%)73 (54.1%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering55 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science7 (8.7%)73 (91.2%)
Community & Social Service 166 (35.4%)303 (64.6%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)33 (100.0%)
Legal Services & Support50 (39.1%)78 (60.9%)
Education Instruction & Library69 (33.8%)135 (66.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment47 (45.2%)57 (54.8%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating78 (41.0%)112 (59.0%)
Health Technologists78 (42.4%)106 (57.6%)
Total (Category)505 (44.5%)630 (55.5%)
Total (Overall)1,565 (59.6%)1,060 (40.4%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Southold are Healthcare Support (99 | 3.8%), Food Preparation & Serving (65 | 2.5%), Security & Protection (63 | 2.4%), Law Enforcement (63 | 2.4%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (40 | 1.5%).
Services Occupations in Southold

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Southold, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Law Enforcement (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Cleaning & Maintenance (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (100.0%), and Healthcare Support (87.9%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Southold
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support12 (12.1%)87 (87.9%)
Security & Protection63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement63 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving65 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)40 (100.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Total (Category)140 (48.8%)147 (51.2%)
Total (Overall)1,565 (59.6%)1,060 (40.4%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Southold are Sales & Related (427 | 16.3%), and Office & Administration (130 | 5.0%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Southold

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Southold
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related298 (69.8%)129 (30.2%)
Office & Administration70 (53.8%)60 (46.2%)
Total (Category)368 (66.1%)189 (33.9%)
Total (Overall)1,565 (59.6%)1,060 (40.4%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Southold are Construction & Extraction (239 | 9.1%), Farming, Fishing & Forestry (46 | 1.8%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (37 | 1.4%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Southold

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Southold
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)46 (100.0%)
Construction & Extraction239 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)276 (85.7%)46 (14.3%)
Total (Overall)1,565 (59.6%)1,060 (40.4%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Southold are Transportation (162 | 6.2%), Production (112 | 4.3%), and Material Moving (50 | 1.9%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Southold

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Southold
OccupationMaleFemale
Production64 (57.1%)48 (42.9%)
Transportation162 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving50 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)276 (85.2%)48 (14.8%)
Total (Overall)1,565 (59.6%)1,060 (40.4%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Southold

Employment Industries in Southold

The major employment industries in Southold include Retail Trade (284 | 10.8%), Health Care & Social Assistance (276 | 10.5%), Construction (257 | 9.8%), Professional & Scientific (247 | 9.4%), and Educational Services (246 | 9.4%).
Employment Industries in Southold

Employment Industries by Sex in Southold

The Southold industries that see more men than women are Construction (100.0%), Information (100.0%), and Accommodation & Food Services (97.9%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (74.6%), and Educational Services (67.5%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Southold
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting41 (47.1%)46 (52.9%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction257 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing109 (61.2%)69 (38.8%)
Wholesale Trade141 (89.8%)16 (10.2%)
Retail Trade182 (64.1%)102 (35.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing59 (47.2%)66 (52.8%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information96 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance78 (60.0%)52 (40.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing26 (32.9%)53 (67.1%)
Professional & Scientific138 (55.9%)109 (44.1%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)28 (100.0%)
Educational Services80 (32.5%)166 (67.5%)
Health Care & Social Assistance70 (25.4%)206 (74.6%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation49 (71.0%)20 (29.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services138 (97.9%)3 (2.1%)
Public Administration84 (49.4%)86 (50.6%)
Total1,565 (59.6%)1,060 (40.4%)

Education in Southold

School Enrollment in Southold

The most common levels of schooling among the 1,294 students in Southold are middle school (492 | 38.0%), elementary school (421 | 32.5%), and high school (133 | 10.3%).
School Enrollment in Southold
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool866.7%
Kindergarten524.0%
Elementary School42132.5%
Middle School49238.0%
High School13310.3%
College / Undergraduate806.2%
Graduate / Professional302.3%
Total1,294100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Southold

Out of a total of 1,294 students who are enrolled in schools in Southold, 164 (12.7%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 1,130 (87.3%) 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 23 (35.4% 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 21 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Southold
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds42 (64.6%)23 (35.4%)
5 to 9 Year Old418 (84.6%)76 (15.4%)
10 to 14 Year Olds469 (91.8%)42 (8.2%)
15 to 17 Year Olds97 (85.1%)17 (14.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds31 (83.8%)6 (16.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,130 (87.3%)164 (12.7%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Southold

Business (451 | 18.5%), education (301 | 12.3%), social sciences (268 | 11.0%), liberal arts & history (259 | 10.6%), and bio, nature & agricultural (203 | 8.3%) are the most common fields of study among 2,443 individuals in Southold who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Southold
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics431.8%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural2038.3%
Physical & Health Sciences461.9%
Psychology1144.7%
Social Sciences26811.0%
Engineering1626.6%
Multidisciplinary Studies461.9%
Science & Technology733.0%
Business45118.5%
Education30112.3%
Literature & Languages2028.3%
Liberal Arts & History25910.6%
Visual & Performing Arts1245.1%
Communications783.2%
Arts & Humanities733.0%
Total2,443100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Southold

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Southold

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Southold are males with 2 vehicles (508, accounting for 32.7%) and females with 2 vehicles (400, making up 49.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Southold
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle165 (10.6%)71 (6.9%)
1 Vehicle179 (11.5%)261 (25.4%)
2 Vehicles508 (32.7%)400 (39.0%)
3 Vehicles417 (26.9%)157 (15.3%)
4 Vehicles241 (15.5%)112 (10.9%)
5 or more Vehicles42 (2.7%)26 (2.5%)
Total1,552 (100.0%)1,027 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Southold

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Southold are 10 to 14 minutes (422 commuters, 18.0%), 30 to 34 minutes (350 commuters, 14.9%), and 60 to 89 minutes (257 commuters, 11.0%).
Commute Time in Southold
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes24010.2%
5 to 9 Minutes25610.9%
10 to 14 Minutes42218.0%
15 to 19 Minutes1757.5%
20 to 24 Minutes1476.3%
25 to 29 Minutes1797.6%
30 to 34 Minutes35014.9%
35 to 39 Minutes110.5%
40 to 44 Minutes1626.9%
45 to 59 Minutes964.1%
60 to 89 Minutes25711.0%
90 or more Minutes472.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Southold

The most common commute times in Southold are 10 to 14 minutes (321 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (156 commuters, 18.3%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Southold
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes240 (16.1%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes121 (8.1%)135 (15.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes321 (21.6%)101 (11.8%)
15 to 19 Minutes89 (6.0%)86 (10.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes67 (4.5%)80 (9.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes150 (10.1%)29 (3.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes194 (13.0%)156 (18.3%)
35 to 39 Minutes0 (0.0%)11 (1.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes89 (6.0%)73 (8.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes49 (3.3%)47 (5.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes148 (9.9%)109 (12.8%)
90 or more Minutes21 (1.4%)26 (3.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Southold

The most frequent times of departure to work in Southold are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (383, 25.7%) for males and 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM (190, 22.3%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Southold
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM31 (2.1%)9 (1.1%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM48 (3.2%)35 (4.1%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM33 (2.2%)9 (1.1%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM141 (9.5%)51 (6.0%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM37 (2.5%)45 (5.3%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM268 (18.0%)69 (8.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM383 (25.7%)80 (9.4%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM345 (23.2%)171 (20.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM82 (5.5%)190 (22.3%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM66 (4.4%)133 (15.6%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM26 (1.8%)21 (2.5%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM13 (0.9%)10 (1.2%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM16 (1.1%)27 (3.2%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM0 (0.0%)3 (0.4%)
Total1,489 (100.0%)853 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Southold

Occupancy by Ownership in Southold

Of the total 2,569 dwellings in Southold, owner-occupied units account for 2,048 (79.7%), while renter-occupied units make up 521 (20.3%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Southold
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units2,04879.7%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units52120.3%
Total Occupied Housing Units2,569100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Southold

Occupancy by Household Size in Southold
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household59223.0%
2-Person Household1,15945.1%
3-Person Household2208.6%
4+ Person Household59823.3%
Total Housing Units2,569100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Southold

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Southold
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household439 (74.2%)153 (25.8%)
2-Person Household949 (81.9%)210 (18.1%)
3-Person Household220 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
4+ Person Household440 (73.6%)158 (26.4%)
Total Housing Units2,048 (79.7%)521 (20.3%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Southold

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Southold
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School203 (51.6%)190 (48.3%)
High School Diploma291 (61.4%)183 (38.6%)
College/Associate Degree389 (88.6%)50 (11.4%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,165 (92.2%)98 (7.8%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Southold

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Southold
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years28311.0%
35 to 44 Years2559.9%
45 to 54 Years34313.4%
55 to 64 Years77430.1%
65 to 74 Years56422.0%
75 to 84 Years2549.9%
85 Years and Over963.7%
Total2,569100.0%

Housing Finances in Southold

Median Income by Occupancy in Southold

Median Income by Occupancy in Southold
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied2,048 (79.7%)$137,333
Renter-Occupied521 (20.3%)$63,272
Average2,569 (100.0%)$103,832

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Southold

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Southold
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00039 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $9,9994 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99931 (1.5%)51 (9.8%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (0.7%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,99970 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (0.8%)71 (13.6%)
$35,000 to $49,999126 (6.1%)15 (2.9%)
$50,000 to $74,999370 (18.1%)147 (28.2%)
$75,000 to $99,999135 (6.6%)126 (24.2%)
$100,000 to $149,999248 (12.1%)21 (4.0%)
$150,000 or more995 (48.6%)90 (17.3%)
Total2,048 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Southold

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Southold
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30024 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49924 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $799170 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $999226 (11.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000 to $1,499279 (13.6%)15 (2.9%)
$1,500 to $1,999215 (10.5%)156 (29.9%)
$2,000 to $2,499131 (6.4%)229 (44.0%)
$2,500 to $2,999381 (18.6%)32 (6.1%)
$3,000 or more598 (29.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,048 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Southold

Housing Structures in Southold

Housing Structures in Southold
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached2,27888.7%
Single Unit, Attached893.5%
2 Unit Apartments642.5%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments321.3%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments421.6%
10 or more Apartments642.5%
Mobile Home / Other00.0%
Total2,569100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Southold

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Southold
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached1,838 (80.7%)440 (19.3%)
Single Unit, Attached89 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments64 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments15 (46.9%)17 (53.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments42 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)64 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,048 (79.7%)521 (20.3%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Southold

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Southold
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms121 (5.9%)118 (22.7%)
4 or 5 Rooms338 (16.5%)257 (49.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms1,015 (49.6%)130 (24.9%)
8 or more Rooms574 (28.0%)16 (3.1%)
Total2,048 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Southold

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Southold
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas460 (22.5%)106 (20.3%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas174 (8.5%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity55 (2.7%)59 (11.3%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene1,350 (65.9%)155 (29.7%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels9 (0.4%)152 (29.2%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)49 (9.4%)
Total2,048 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Southold

Household Vehicle Usage in Southold
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle172 (8.4%)64 (12.3%)
1 Vehicle651 (31.8%)150 (28.8%)
2 Vehicles682 (33.3%)144 (27.6%)
3 or more Vehicles543 (26.5%)163 (31.3%)
Total2,048 (100.0%)521 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Southold

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Southold

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units9431,105
Median Property Value$667,100$722,900
Median Household Income$85,234$715
Monthly Housing Costs$1,035$584
Real Estate Taxes$6,438$0

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Southold

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Southold
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00024 (2.5%)15 (1.4%)
$50,000 to $99,99927 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 to $299,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$300,000 to $499,999119 (12.6%)131 (11.9%)
$500,000 to $749,999451 (47.8%)456 (41.3%)
$750,000 to $999,999172 (18.2%)216 (19.6%)
$1,000,000 or more150 (15.9%)287 (26.0%)
Total943 (100.0%)1,105 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Southold

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Southold
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0004 (0.4%)42 (3.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999102 (10.8%)39 (3.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99916 (1.7%)13 (1.2%)
$35,000 to $49,999117 (12.4%)0 (0.0%)
$50,000 to $74,999221 (23.4%)9 (0.8%)
$75,000 to $99,99953 (5.6%)149 (13.5%)
$100,000 to $149,999150 (15.9%)82 (7.4%)
$150,000 or more280 (29.7%)98 (8.9%)
Total943 (100.0%)1,105 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Southold

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Southold
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x81 (8.6%)184,612 (16,707.0%)
2.0x to 2.9x25 (2.6%)211 (19.1%)
3.0x to 3.9x183 (19.4%)80 (7.2%)
4.0x or more654 (69.4%)218 (19.7%)
Total943 (100.0%)1,105 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Southold

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Southold
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80016 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49947 (5.0%)15 (1.4%)
$800 to $1,499880 (93.3%)0 (0.0%)
Total943 (100.0%)1,105 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Southold

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southold

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southold
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years360 (89.5%)42 (10.4%)
6 to 18 Years856 (79.1%)226 (20.9%)
19 to 25 Years156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years287 (55.3%)232 (44.7%)
35 to 44 Years602 (86.9%)91 (13.1%)
45 to 54 Years513 (80.9%)121 (19.1%)
55 to 64 Years1,141 (87.0%)171 (13.0%)
65 to 74 Years1,002 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older586 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,503 (86.2%)883 (13.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Southold

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Southold
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born360 (89.5%)42 (10.4%)
Foreign Born, Citizen856 (79.1%)226 (20.9%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen156 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Southold

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Southold
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000223 (84.2%)42 (15.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999445 (86.4%)70 (13.6%)
$50,000 to $74,999808 (85.0%)143 (15.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999314 (43.0%)416 (57.0%)
$100,000 and over3,665 (94.5%)212 (5.5%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southold

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Southold
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 698 (24.4%)262 (65.2%)
6 to 18 Years152 (14.1%)723 (66.8%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)156 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years57 (11.0%)230 (44.3%)
35 to 44 Years35 (5.1%)567 (81.8%)
45 to 54 Years51 (8.0%)462 (72.9%)
55 to 64 Years180 (13.7%)1,088 (82.9%)
65 to 74 Years975 (97.3%)686 (68.5%)
75 Years and over586 (100.0%)311 (53.1%)
Total2,134 (33.4%)4,485 (70.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Southold

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Southold
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years33 (5.1%)25 (5.3%)
18 to 34 Years38 (10.1%)3 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years84 (6.2%)36 (2.8%)
65 to 74 Years154 (29.2%)108 (22.7%)
75 Years and over150 (54.9%)97 (31.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Southold

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Southold: <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 Years6 (0.4%)12 (0.9%)
65 to 74 Years51 (9.7%)40 (8.4%)
75 Years and over49 (17.9%)83 (26.5%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Southold: <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%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years15 (1.1%)17 (1.3%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)13 (2.7%)
75 Years and over19 (7.0%)19 (6.1%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Southold: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years33 (5.1%)25 (5.3%)
18 to 34 Years38 (10.1%)3 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years47 (3.5%)5 (0.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)12 (2.5%)
75 Years and over14 (5.1%)36 (11.5%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Southold: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)3 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years31 (2.3%)19 (1.5%)
65 to 74 Years103 (19.5%)84 (17.7%)
75 Years and over82 (30.0%)72 (23.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Southold: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (1.3%)3 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)31 (2.4%)
65 to 74 Years90 (17.1%)25 (5.3%)
75 Years and over48 (17.6%)26 (8.3%)

Technology Access in Southold

Computing Device Access in Southold

Computing Device Access in Southold
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop2,18284.9%
Smartphone2,28488.9%
Tablet1,77969.3%
No Computing Device1054.1%
Total2,569100.0%

Internet Access in Southold

Internet Access in Southold
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home2,26988.3%
Cellular Data Only672.6%
Satellite Internet180.7%
No Internet2017.8%
Total2,569100.0%

Southold Summary

History

The Town of Southold is located in Suffolk County, New York, on the eastern end of Long Island. It is the oldest English settlement in the state, having been founded in 1640 by a group of Puritans from New Haven, Connecticut. The town was named after Southwold, England, the hometown of the Puritans’ leader, Reverend John Youngs.
The town was initially a farming community, with the main crops being corn, wheat, and potatoes. In the late 19th century, the town began to develop a fishing industry, which is still a major part of the local economy today.
In the early 20th century, Southold became a popular summer destination for wealthy New Yorkers, who built large estates in the area. This influx of wealth helped to spur the development of the town, and it remains a popular destination for tourists today.

Geography

Southold is located on the eastern end of Long Island, approximately 70 miles east of New York City. It is bordered by the towns of Riverhead to the west, Shelter Island to the east, and Peconic Bay to the south. The town is divided into two parts, the North Fork and the South Fork, which are separated by the Peconic Bay.
The North Fork is the more rural part of the town, with rolling hills, farmland, and vineyards. The South Fork is more developed, with a number of small towns and villages, as well as a number of beaches and marinas.

Economy

The economy of Southold is largely based on tourism and agriculture. The town is home to a number of wineries, which attract visitors from all over the world. The town also has a thriving fishing industry, with a number of commercial fishing boats operating out of the local marinas.
In addition, the town is home to a number of small businesses, including restaurants, shops, and galleries. The town also has a number of small manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and electronics.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Southold was 21,403. The town has a median household income of $76,817, and a median age of 46.7 years. The town is predominantly white (90.2%), with a small Hispanic population (4.2%) and a small African American population (2.2%).
The town is also home to a large number of seasonal residents, who come to the area to enjoy the beaches and other attractions. The town has a number of churches, including the Southold United Methodist Church, the Southold Presbyterian Church, and the Southold Congregational Church.

Conclusion

Southold is a small town located on the eastern end of Long Island, New York. It is the oldest English settlement in the state, and has a long history of farming and fishing. Today, the town is a popular tourist destination, with a thriving economy based on agriculture, fishing, and tourism. The town has a diverse population, with a median age of 46.7 years and a median household income of $76,817. Southold is a great place to visit, with its beautiful beaches, wineries, and other attractions.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Southold?
Total Population of Southold is 6,386.
What is the Total Male Population of Southold?
Total Male Population of Southold is 3,312.
What is the Total Female Population of Southold?
Total Female Population of Southold is 3,074.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Southold?
There are 107.74 Males per 100 Females in Southold.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Southold?
There are 92.81 Females per 100 Males in Southold.
What is the Median Population Age in Southold?
Median Population Age in Southold is 50.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Southold
Average Family Size in Southold is 2.9 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Southold
Average Household Size in Southold is 2.5 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Southold?
Per Capita income in Southold is $72,072.
What is the Median Family Income in Southold?
Median Family Income in Southold is $163,661.
What is the Median Household income in Southold?
Median Household Income in Southold is $103,832.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Southold?
Income or Wage Gap in Southold is 19.3%.
Women in Southold earn 80.7 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Southold?
Inequality or Gini Index in Southold is 0.52.
How Large is the Labor Force in Southold?
There are 2,872 People in the Labor Forcein in Southold.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Southold?
57.8% of People are in the Labor Force in Southold.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Southold?
Unemployment Rate in Southold is 8.5%.