Oyster Bay, NY
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6,640
TOTAL POPULATION
2,925
MALE POPULATION
3,715
FEMALE POPULATION
78.73
MALES / 100 FEMALES
127.01
FEMALES / 100 MALES
37.6
MEDIAN AGE
3.4
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$52,354
PER CAPITA INCOME
$149,500
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$108,111
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.44
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
3,792
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
71.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.8%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Oyster Bay Zip Codes
Oyster Bay Area Codes
Race in Oyster Bay
The most populous races in Oyster Bay are White / Caucasian (5,419 | 81.6%), Hispanic or Latino (1,648 | 24.8%), and Some other Race (440 | 6.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 150 | 2.3% |
| Black / African American | 208 | 3.1% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1,648 | 24.8% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 5,419 | 81.6% |
| Two or more Races | 423 | 6.4% |
| Some other Race | 440 | 6.6% |
| Total | 6,640 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Oyster Bay
The most populous ancestries reported in Oyster Bay are Italian (1,281 | 19.3%), Irish (1,135 | 17.1%), German (642 | 9.7%), Polish (421 | 6.3%), and Central American (359 | 5.4%), together accounting for 57.8% of all Oyster Bay residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 301 | 4.5% |
| Arab | 18 | 0.3% |
| Basque | 29 | 0.4% |
| Brazilian | 42 | 0.6% |
| British | 1 | 0.0% |
| Canadian | 22 | 0.3% |
| Central American | 359 | 5.4% |
| Chilean | 83 | 1.3% |
| Croatian | 21 | 0.3% |
| Cuban | 32 | 0.5% |
| Czech | 119 | 1.8% |
| Danish | 11 | 0.2% |
| Dominican | 53 | 0.8% |
| Eastern European | 51 | 0.8% |
| English | 325 | 4.9% |
| European | 65 | 1.0% |
| French | 53 | 0.8% |
| German | 642 | 9.7% |
| Greek | 27 | 0.4% |
| Guatemalan | 73 | 1.1% |
| Honduran | 34 | 0.5% |
| Hungarian | 106 | 1.6% |
| Iranian | 71 | 1.1% |
| Irish | 1,135 | 17.1% |
| Italian | 1,281 | 19.3% |
| Lebanese | 18 | 0.3% |
| Lithuanian | 16 | 0.2% |
| Mexican | 174 | 2.6% |
| Northern European | 37 | 0.6% |
| Norwegian | 135 | 2.0% |
| Polish | 421 | 6.3% |
| Puerto Rican | 243 | 3.7% |
| Russian | 142 | 2.1% |
| Salvadoran | 252 | 3.8% |
| Scandinavian | 24 | 0.4% |
| Scottish | 99 | 1.5% |
| Slovak | 29 | 0.4% |
| South African | 38 | 0.6% |
| South American | 112 | 1.7% |
| Spaniard | 171 | 2.6% |
| Sri Lankan | 24 | 0.4% |
| Subsaharan African | 38 | 0.6% |
| Swedish | 11 | 0.2% |
| Thai | 267 | 4.0% |
| Ukrainian | 39 | 0.6% |
| Uruguayan | 29 | 0.4% |
| Yugoslavian | 1 | 0.0% | View All 47 Rows |
Immigrants in Oyster Bay
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Oyster Bay came from Latin America (576 | 8.7%), Central America (436 | 6.6%), El Salvador (299 | 4.5%), Asia (223 | 3.4%), and South America (140 | 2.1%), together accounting for 25.2% of all Oyster Bay residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Africa | 38 | 0.6% |
| Asia | 223 | 3.4% |
| Bangladesh | 11 | 0.2% |
| Brazil | 28 | 0.4% |
| Bulgaria | 21 | 0.3% |
| Canada | 21 | 0.3% |
| Central America | 436 | 6.6% |
| Chile | 83 | 1.3% |
| China | 11 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 11 | 0.2% |
| Eastern Europe | 21 | 0.3% |
| El Salvador | 299 | 4.5% |
| Europe | 122 | 1.8% |
| Germany | 21 | 0.3% |
| Guatemala | 137 | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | 11 | 0.2% |
| India | 55 | 0.8% |
| Iran | 71 | 1.1% |
| Jordan | 75 | 1.1% |
| Latin America | 576 | 8.7% |
| Northern Europe | 80 | 1.2% |
| Norway | 24 | 0.4% |
| South Africa | 38 | 0.6% |
| South America | 140 | 2.1% |
| South Central Asia | 137 | 2.1% |
| Uruguay | 29 | 0.4% |
| Western Asia | 75 | 1.1% |
| Western Europe | 21 | 0.3% | View All 28 Rows |
Sex and Age in Oyster Bay
Sex and Age in Oyster Bay
The most populous age groups in Oyster Bay are 25 to 29 Years (341 | 11.7%) for men and 25 to 29 Years (426 | 11.5%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 225 (7.7%) | 360 (9.7%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 263 (9.0%) | 40 (1.1%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 108 (3.7%) | 137 (3.7%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 175 (6.0%) | 219 (5.9%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 177 (6.0%) | 142 (3.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 341 (11.7%) | 426 (11.5%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 228 (7.8%) | 200 (5.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 162 (5.5%) | 245 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 88 (3.0%) | 173 (4.7%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 203 (6.9%) | 336 (9.0%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 304 (10.4%) | 122 (3.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 98 (3.4%) | 205 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 153 (5.2%) | 256 (6.9%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 120 (4.1%) | 82 (2.2%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 102 (3.5%) | 130 (3.5%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 106 (3.6%) | 199 (5.4%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 10 (0.3%) | 79 (2.1%) |
| 85 Years and over | 62 (2.1%) | 364 (9.8%) |
| Total | 2,925 (100.0%) | 3,715 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Oyster Bay
Median Family Size in Oyster Bay
The median family size in Oyster Bay is 3.44 persons per family, with married-couple families (1,062 | 73.0%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.78 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (277 | 19.1%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.40 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,062 (73.0%) | 3.78 |
| Single Male/Father | 115 (7.9%) | 2.80 |
| Single Female/Mother | 277 (19.1%) | 2.40 |
| Total Families | 1,454 (100.0%) | 3.44 |
Median Household Size in Oyster Bay
The median household size in Oyster Bay is 2.44 persons per household, with married-couple households (1,062 | 39.1%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.86 persons per household. non-family households (1,263 | 46.5%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.07 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 1,062 (39.1%) | 3.86 |
| Single Male/Father | 115 (4.2%) | 3.09 |
| Single Female/Mother | 277 (10.2%) | 2.98 |
| Non-family | 1,263 (46.5%) | 1.07 |
| Total Households | 2,717 (100.0%) | 2.44 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Oyster Bay
Out of a total of 2,717 households in Oyster Bay, 1,454 (53.5%) are family households, while 1,263 (46.5%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 3-person households, comprising 423, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 1,172.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 1,172 (43.1%) |
| 2-Person Households | 409 (15.0%) | 91 (3.4%) |
| 3-Person Households | 423 (15.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 342 (12.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 152 (5.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 128 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,454 (53.5%) | 1,263 (46.5%) |
Female Fertility in Oyster Bay
Fertility by Age in Oyster Bay
Average fertility rate in Oyster Bay is 54.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years have the highest fertility rate with 65.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 35 to 50 years acount for 52.1% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 46 (47.9%) | 60.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 50 (52.1%) | 65.0 |
| Total | 96 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Oyster Bay
88.5% of women with births (96) in Oyster Bay are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 35 to 50 years age bracket with 22.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 20 to 34 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 46 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 39 (78.0%) | 11 (22.0%) |
| Total | 85 (88.5%) | 11 (11.5%) |
Fertility by Education in Oyster Bay
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 26 (27.1%) | 73.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 11 (11.5%) | 17.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 59 (61.5%) | 228.0 |
| Total | 96 (100.0%) | 54.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Oyster Bay
11.5% of women with births in Oyster Bay are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are least likely to be married with 100.0% of them unmarried at childbirth.
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 26 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 11 (100.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 59 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 85 (88.5%) | 11 (11.5%) |
Income in Oyster Bay
Income Overview in Oyster Bay
Per Capita Income in Oyster Bay is $52,354, while median incomes of families and households are $149,500 and $108,111 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 6,640 | $52,354 |
| Median Family Income | 1,454 | $149,500 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,454 | $163,017 |
| Median Household Income | 2,717 | $108,111 |
| Mean Household Income | 2,717 | $122,996 |
| Income Deficit | 1,454 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 6,640 | 25.50% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 6,640 | 74.50¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 6,640 | 0.44 |
Earnings by Sex in Oyster Bay
Average Earnings in Oyster Bay are $68,638, $74,637 for men and $55,605 for women, a difference of 25.5%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 1,804 (47.4%) | $74,637 |
| Female | 2,005 (52.6%) | $55,605 |
| Total | 3,809 (100.0%) | $68,638 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Oyster Bay
The most common earnings brackets in Oyster Bay are $100,000+ for men (574 | 31.8%) and $100,000+ for women (506 | 25.2%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 60 (3.3%) | 143 (7.1%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (3.8%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 20 (1.0%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 34 (1.7%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 77 (3.8%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 43 (2.1%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 118 (6.5%) | 93 (4.6%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 14 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 19 (1.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 106 (5.9%) | 45 (2.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (3.3%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 84 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 52 (2.9%) | 240 (12.0%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 141 (7.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 35 (1.9%) | 61 (3.0%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 14 (0.8%) | 95 (4.7%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 115 (6.4%) | 84 (4.2%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 153 (8.5%) | 124 (6.2%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 319 (17.7%) | 296 (14.8%) |
| $100,000+ | 574 (31.8%) | 506 (25.2%) |
| Total | 1,804 (100.0%) | 2,005 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Oyster Bay
Average earnings in Oyster Bay are $85,925 for men and $67,679 for women, a difference of 21.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $124,821, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $45,469. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $94,421, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $36,383.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $91,570 | $36,383 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $45,469 | $47,788 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $99,659 | $0 |
| Graduate Degree | $124,821 | $94,421 |
| Total | $85,925 | $67,679 |
Family Income in Oyster Bay
Family Income Brackets in Oyster Bay
According to the Oyster Bay family income data, there are 529 families falling into the $200,000+ income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 36.4% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 41 | 2.8% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 86 | 5.9% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 29 | 2.0% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 230 | 15.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 116 | 8.0% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 236 | 16.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 188 | 12.9% |
| $200,000+ | 529 | 36.4% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Oyster Bay
5-person families (169 | 11.6%) account for the highest median family income in Oyster Bay with $240,458 per family, while 2-person families (577 | 39.7%) have the highest median income of $65,342 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 577 (39.7%) | $130,684 |
| 3-Person Families | 255 (17.5%) | $137,891 |
| 4-Person Families | 347 (23.9%) | $228,060 |
| 5-Person Families | 169 (11.6%) | $240,458 |
| 6-Person Families | 106 (7.3%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 0 (0.0%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,454 (100.0%) | $149,500 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Oyster Bay
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 137 (9.4%) | $0 |
| 1 Earner | 376 (25.9%) | $137,763 |
| 2 Earners | 671 (46.2%) | $138,828 |
| 3+ Earners | 270 (18.6%) | $228,639 |
| Total | 1,454 (100.0%) | $149,500 |
Household Income in Oyster Bay
Household Income Brackets in Oyster Bay
With 617 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Oyster Bay, accounting for 22.7% of all households. In contrast, only 33 households (1.2%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 307 | 11.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 33 | 1.2% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 122 | 4.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 98 | 3.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 171 | 6.3% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 326 | 12.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 158 | 5.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 617 | 22.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 272 | 10.0% |
| $200,000+ | 614 | 22.6% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Oyster Bay
The median household income in Oyster Bay is $108,111, with the highest median household income of $138,776 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 859 households (31.6%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 4 households (0.2%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 4 (0.2%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 928 (34.2%) | $107,473 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 859 (31.6%) | $138,776 |
| 65+ Years | 926 (34.1%) | $65,667 |
| Total | 2,717 (100.0%) | $108,111 |
Poverty in Oyster Bay
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Oyster Bay
With 4.5% poverty level for males and 13.8% for females among the residents of Oyster Bay, 12 to 14 year old males and 75 year old and over females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 42 males (63.6%) and 194 females (30.2%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 74 (20.6%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 42 (63.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 45 (18.1%) | 33 (15.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 108 (25.8%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 80 (17.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (5.2%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 43 (19.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 0 (0.0%) | 194 (30.2%) |
| Total | 131 (4.5%) | 513 (13.8%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Oyster Bay
According to the poverty statistics in Oyster Bay, males aged under 5 years and females aged 6 to 11 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.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 225 (100.0%) | 286 (79.4%) |
| 5 Years | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 277 (100.0%) | 59 (100.0%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 24 (36.4%) | 118 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 58 (100.0%) | 115 (100.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 45 (100.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 204 (81.9%) | 177 (84.3%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 568 (99.8%) | 626 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 250 (100.0%) | 310 (74.2%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 507 (100.0%) | 378 (82.5%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 251 (100.0%) | 437 (94.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 179 (80.6%) | 212 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 177 (100.0%) | 448 (69.8%) |
| Total | 2,792 (95.5%) | 3,202 (86.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Oyster Bay
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Oyster Bay show that 3.9% or 41 of the total 1,062 families live below the poverty line. Families with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate of 9.8%, comprising of 41 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 475 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 379 (90.2%) | 41 (9.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 167 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,021 (96.1%) | 41 (3.9%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Oyster Bay
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (56.8%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 0 (0.0%) | 67 (24.2%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Oyster Bay
The poverty data for Oyster Bay shows that 41 of the married-couple family households (3.9%) and 67 of the single-parent households (17.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 41 households (9.8%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 67 household (47.5%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 41 (9.8%) | 67 (47.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 41 (3.9%) | 67 (17.1%) |
Employment Characteristics in Oyster Bay
Employment by Class of Employer in Oyster Bay
Among the 3,444 employed individuals in Oyster Bay, private company employees (1,972 | 57.3%), local government employees (555 | 16.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (387 | 11.2%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 1,972 | 57.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 123 | 3.6% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 207 | 6.0% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 387 | 11.2% |
| Local Government Employees | 555 | 16.1% |
| State Government Employees | 147 | 4.3% |
| Federal Government Employees | 53 | 1.5% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 3,444 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Oyster Bay
According to the labor force statistics for Oyster Bay, out of the total population over 16 years of age (5,334), 71.1% or 3,792 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.8% or 220 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 319 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 55 to 59 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 12.3% or 32 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 30 (13.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 319 (100.0%) | 39 (12.2%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 699 (91.1%) | 38 (5.4%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 428 (100.0%) | 47 (11.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 516 (77.2%) | 11 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 862 (89.3%) | 11 (1.3%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 261 (86.1%) | 32 (12.3%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 325 (79.5%) | 24 (7.4%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 199 (45.9%) | 19 (9.5%) |
| 75 Years and over | 151 (18.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 3,792 (71.1%) | 220 (5.8%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Oyster Bay
According to labor force statistics for Oyster Bay, 87.3% of individuals (3,090) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (3,540) are in the labor force, with 5.3% or 164 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 93.7% or 1,806 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.7% or 47 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 157 (79.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 401 (78.0%) | 60 (11.7%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 727 (80.7%) | 83 (9.2%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 1,806 (93.7%) | 52 (2.7%) |
| Total | 3,090 (87.3%) | 188 (5.3%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Oyster Bay
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oyster Bay are Community & Social Service (861 | 24.1%), Education Instruction & Library (528 | 14.8%), Management (360 | 10.1%), Business & Financial (314 | 8.8%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (307 | 8.6%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Oyster Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), Computers, Engineering & Science (96.6%), and Architecture & Engineering (95.7%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (100.0%), Health Technologists (100.0%), and Education, Arts & Media (81.7%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 225 (62.5%) | 135 (37.5%) |
| Business & Financial | 221 (70.4%) | 93 (29.6%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 113 (96.6%) | 4 (3.4%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 25 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 88 (95.7%) | 4 (4.3%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 339 (39.4%) | 522 (60.6%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 30 (18.3%) | 134 (81.7%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 80 (66.1%) | 41 (33.9%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 203 (38.5%) | 325 (61.6%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 26 (54.2%) | 22 (45.8%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 0 (0.0%) | 307 (100.0%) |
| Health Technologists | 0 (0.0%) | 208 (100.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 898 (45.8%) | 1,061 (54.2%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,683 (47.2%) | 1,886 (52.8%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Oyster Bay are Cleaning & Maintenance (238 | 6.7%), Security & Protection (157 | 4.4%), Food Preparation & Serving (134 | 3.7%), Law Enforcement (90 | 2.5%), and Healthcare Support (70 | 2.0%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Oyster Bay, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (90.4%), and Firefighting & Prevention (77.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (84.9%), and Healthcare Support (44.3%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 39 (55.7%) | 31 (44.3%) |
| Security & Protection | 142 (90.4%) | 15 (9.6%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 52 (77.6%) | 15 (22.4%) |
| Law Enforcement | 90 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 0 (0.0%) | 134 (100.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 169 (71.0%) | 69 (29.0%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 10 (15.1%) | 56 (84.9%) |
| Total (Category) | 360 (54.1%) | 305 (45.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,683 (47.2%) | 1,886 (52.8%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Oyster Bay are Office & Administration (401 | 11.2%), and Sales & Related (265 | 7.4%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 138 (52.1%) | 127 (47.9%) |
| Office & Administration | 48 (12.0%) | 353 (88.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 186 (27.9%) | 480 (72.1%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,683 (47.2%) | 1,886 (52.8%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Oyster Bay are , and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (74 | 2.1%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 74 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,683 (47.2%) | 1,886 (52.8%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Oyster Bay are Material Moving (151 | 4.2%), Transportation (40 | 1.1%), and Production (14 | 0.4%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 14 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Transportation | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (100.0%) |
| Material Moving | 151 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 165 (80.5%) | 40 (19.5%) |
| Total (Overall) | 1,683 (47.2%) | 1,886 (52.8%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Oyster Bay
Employment Industries in Oyster Bay
The major employment industries in Oyster Bay include Educational Services (713 | 20.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (593 | 16.6%), Professional & Scientific (471 | 13.2%), Finance & Insurance (266 | 7.4%), and Administrative & Support (215 | 6.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Oyster Bay
The Oyster Bay industries that see more men than women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Construction (90.8%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Health Care & Social Assistance (87.5%), Accommodation & Food Services (74.3%), and Manufacturing (63.5%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 79 (90.8%) | 8 (9.2%) |
| Manufacturing | 31 (36.5%) | 54 (63.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 39 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 128 (70.0%) | 55 (30.0%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 82 (67.2%) | 40 (32.8%) |
| Utilities | 111 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 26 (66.7%) | 13 (33.3%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 136 (51.1%) | 130 (48.9%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 32 (53.3%) | 28 (46.7%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 309 (65.6%) | 162 (34.4%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 106 (49.3%) | 109 (50.7%) |
| Educational Services | 287 (40.3%) | 426 (59.8%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 74 (12.5%) | 519 (87.5%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 30 (47.6%) | 33 (52.4%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 44 (25.7%) | 127 (74.3%) |
| Public Administration | 104 (68.4%) | 48 (31.6%) |
| Total | 1,683 (47.2%) | 1,886 (52.8%) |
Education in Oyster Bay
School Enrollment in Oyster Bay
The most common levels of schooling among the 1,280 students in Oyster Bay are college / undergraduate (350 | 27.3%), high school (323 | 25.2%), and elementary school (277 | 21.6%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 54 | 4.2% |
| Kindergarten | 51 | 4.0% |
| Elementary School | 277 | 21.6% |
| Middle School | 116 | 9.1% |
| High School | 323 | 25.2% |
| College / Undergraduate | 350 | 27.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 109 | 8.5% |
| Total | 1,280 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Oyster Bay
Out of a total of 1,280 students who are enrolled in schools in Oyster Bay, 425 (33.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 855 (66.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 18 to 19 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 68 (71.6% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 302 (99.7% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 24 (44.4%) | 30 (55.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 302 (99.7%) | 1 (0.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 103 (56.3%) | 80 (43.7%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 222 (87.4%) | 32 (12.6%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 27 (28.4%) | 68 (71.6%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 49 (39.2%) | 76 (60.8%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 82 (41.4%) | 116 (58.6%) |
| 35 Years and over | 46 (67.6%) | 22 (32.4%) |
| Total | 855 (66.8%) | 425 (33.2%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Oyster Bay
Business (626 | 24.1%), literature & languages (295 | 11.3%), social sciences (281 | 10.8%), education (271 | 10.4%), and liberal arts & history (192 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 2,602 individuals in Oyster Bay who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 60 | 2.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 53 | 2.0% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 89 | 3.4% |
| Psychology | 82 | 3.2% |
| Social Sciences | 281 | 10.8% |
| Engineering | 79 | 3.0% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 13 | 0.5% |
| Science & Technology | 185 | 7.1% |
| Business | 626 | 24.1% |
| Education | 271 | 10.4% |
| Literature & Languages | 295 | 11.3% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 192 | 7.4% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 115 | 4.4% |
| Communications | 117 | 4.5% |
| Arts & Humanities | 144 | 5.5% |
| Total | 2,602 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Oyster Bay
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Oyster Bay
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Oyster Bay are males with 2 vehicles (567, accounting for 34.5%) and females with 2 vehicles (467, making up 31.5%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 47 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 331 (20.2%) | 626 (34.8%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 567 (34.5%) | 467 (25.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 554 (33.7%) | 522 (29.0%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 144 (8.8%) | 115 (6.4%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 0 (0.0%) | 70 (3.9%) |
| Total | 1,643 (100.0%) | 1,800 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Oyster Bay
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Oyster Bay are 15 to 19 minutes (532 commuters, 17.4%), 5 to 9 minutes (412 commuters, 13.5%), and 30 to 34 minutes (364 commuters, 11.9%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 69 | 2.3% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 412 | 13.5% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 197 | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 532 | 17.4% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 268 | 8.8% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 224 | 7.3% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 364 | 11.9% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 28 | 0.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 135 | 4.4% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 187 | 6.1% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 359 | 11.8% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 278 | 9.1% |
Commute Time by Sex in Oyster Bay
The most common commute times in Oyster Bay are 15 to 19 minutes (321 commuters, 21.6%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (332 commuters, 21.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 69 (4.4%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 80 (5.4%) | 332 (21.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 101 (6.8%) | 96 (6.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 321 (21.6%) | 211 (13.5%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 22 (1.5%) | 246 (15.7%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 137 (9.2%) | 87 (5.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 232 (15.6%) | 132 (8.4%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 28 (1.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 102 (6.9%) | 33 (2.1%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 174 (11.7%) | 13 (0.8%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 149 (10.0%) | 210 (13.4%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 142 (9.5%) | 136 (8.7%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Oyster Bay
The most frequent times of departure to work in Oyster Bay are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (309, 20.8%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (378, 24.1%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 153 (10.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 49 (3.3%) | 33 (2.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 35 (2.4%) | 21 (1.3%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 90 (6.0%) | 82 (5.2%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 183 (12.3%) | 114 (7.3%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 161 (10.8%) | 199 (12.7%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 309 (20.8%) | 170 (10.9%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 111 (7.5%) | 178 (11.4%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 39 (2.6%) | 159 (10.2%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 208 (14.0%) | 378 (24.1%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 40 (2.7%) | 100 (6.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 37 (2.5%) | 107 (6.8%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 73 (4.9%) | 24 (1.5%) |
| Total | 1,488 (100.0%) | 1,565 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Oyster Bay
Occupancy by Ownership in Oyster Bay
Of the total 2,717 dwellings in Oyster Bay, owner-occupied units account for 1,348 (49.6%), while renter-occupied units make up 1,369 (50.4%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,348 | 49.6% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 1,369 | 50.4% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 2,717 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Oyster Bay
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 1,172 | 43.1% |
| 2-Person Household | 500 | 18.4% |
| 3-Person Household | 423 | 15.6% |
| 4+ Person Household | 622 | 22.9% |
| Total Housing Units | 2,717 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Oyster Bay
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 344 (29.3%) | 828 (70.7%) |
| 2-Person Household | 341 (68.2%) | 159 (31.8%) |
| 3-Person Household | 245 (57.9%) | 178 (42.1%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 418 (67.2%) | 204 (32.8%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,348 (49.6%) | 1,369 (50.4%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Oyster Bay
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 5 (2.5%) | 198 (97.5%) |
| High School Diploma | 130 (35.0%) | 241 (65.0%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 387 (47.0%) | 437 (53.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 826 (62.6%) | 493 (37.4%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Oyster Bay
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 497 | 18.3% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 435 | 16.0% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 409 | 15.0% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 450 | 16.6% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 283 | 10.4% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 305 | 11.2% |
| 85 Years and Over | 338 | 12.4% |
| Total | 2,717 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Oyster Bay
Median Income by Occupancy in Oyster Bay
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,348 (49.6%) | $134,500 |
| Renter-Occupied | 1,369 (50.4%) | $59,808 |
| Average | 2,717 (100.0%) | $108,111 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Oyster Bay
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 11 (0.8%) | 296 (21.6%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 32 (2.3%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 83 (6.1%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 40 (3.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 46 (3.4%) | 51 (3.7%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 107 (7.9%) | 64 (4.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 70 (5.2%) | 257 (18.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 102 (7.6%) | 55 (4.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 378 (28.0%) | 238 (17.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 594 (44.1%) | 293 (21.4%) |
| Total | 1,348 (100.0%) | 1,369 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Oyster Bay
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 20 (1.5%) | 105 (7.7%) |
| $500 to $799 | 21 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 47 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 291 (21.6%) | 155 (11.3%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 225 (16.7%) | 239 (17.5%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 102 (7.6%) | 356 (26.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 52 (3.9%) | 183 (13.4%) |
| $3,000 or more | 590 (43.8%) | 290 (21.2%) |
| Total | 1,348 (100.0%) | 1,369 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Oyster Bay
Housing Structures in Oyster Bay
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,334 | 49.1% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 100 | 3.7% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 240 | 8.8% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 288 | 10.6% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 374 | 13.8% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 381 | 14.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 2,717 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Oyster Bay
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,070 (80.2%) | 264 (19.8%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 43 (43.0%) | 57 (57.0%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 66 (27.5%) | 174 (72.5%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 64 (22.2%) | 224 (77.8%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 94 (25.1%) | 280 (74.9%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 11 (2.9%) | 370 (97.1%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,348 (49.6%) | 1,369 (50.4%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Oyster Bay
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 147 (10.7%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 88 (6.5%) | 497 (36.3%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 317 (23.5%) | 542 (39.6%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 372 (27.6%) | 123 (9.0%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 571 (42.4%) | 60 (4.4%) |
| Total | 1,348 (100.0%) | 1,369 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Oyster Bay
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 909 (67.4%) | 976 (71.3%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 73 (5.4%) | 85 (6.2%) |
| Electricity | 0 (0.0%) | 167 (12.2%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 366 (27.2%) | 117 (8.6%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.8%) |
| Total | 1,348 (100.0%) | 1,369 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Oyster Bay
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 60 (4.4%) | 283 (20.7%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 468 (34.7%) | 662 (48.4%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 449 (33.3%) | 265 (19.4%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 371 (27.5%) | 159 (11.6%) |
| Total | 1,348 (100.0%) | 1,369 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Oyster Bay
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Oyster Bay
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 423 | 925 |
| Median Property Value | $630,600 | $567,800 |
| Median Household Income | $121,964 | $436 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $1,485 | $579 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $10,001 | $78 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Oyster Bay
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 20 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 257 (27.8%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 75 (17.7%) | 93 (10.1%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 223 (52.7%) | 415 (44.9%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 85 (20.1%) | 160 (17.3%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 20 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 423 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Oyster Bay
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 11 (2.6%) | 33 (3.6%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 40 (9.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 22 (5.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (2.6%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 25 (5.9%) | 107 (11.6%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 44 (10.4%) | 45 (4.9%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 123 (29.1%) | 58 (6.3%) |
| $150,000 or more | 158 (37.3%) | 255 (27.6%) |
| Total | 423 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Oyster Bay
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 20 (4.7%) | 138,828 (15,008.4%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 40 (9.5%) | 109 (11.8%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 65 (15.4%) | 270 (29.2%) |
| 4.0x or more | 298 (70.5%) | 142 (15.3%) |
| Total | 423 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Oyster Bay
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 20 (4.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 364 (86.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 423 (100.0%) | 925 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Oyster Bay
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oyster Bay
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 612 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 832 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 478 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 1,077 (96.3%) | 42 (3.7%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 668 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 892 (92.4%) | 73 (7.6%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 712 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 434 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 819 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 6,524 (98.3%) | 115 (1.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Oyster Bay
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 612 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 832 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 478 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Oyster Bay
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 610 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 319 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 833 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 288 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 4,469 (97.5%) | 115 (2.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Oyster Bay
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 206 (33.7%) | 406 (66.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 306 (36.8%) | 526 (63.2%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 102 (21.3%) | 376 (78.7%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 192 (17.2%) | 885 (79.1%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 121 (18.1%) | 547 (81.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 124 (12.9%) | 801 (83.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 48 (6.7%) | 664 (93.3%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 414 (95.4%) | 281 (64.7%) |
| 75 Years and over | 819 (100.0%) | 491 (60.0%) |
| Total | 2,332 (35.1%) | 4,977 (75.0%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Oyster Bay
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 42 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 125 (15.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (6.5%) | 78 (5.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 91 (51.4%) | 243 (37.9%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Oyster Bay
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (1.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 71 (40.1%) | 120 (18.7%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 29 (3.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 24 (13.6%) | 80 (12.5%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 42 (8.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 96 (11.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 54 (4.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 25 (14.1%) | 111 (17.3%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 18 (2.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 65 (6.5%) | 51 (3.8%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (8.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 44 (24.9%) | 134 (20.9%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 1 (0.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Oyster Bay
Computing Device Access in Oyster Bay
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 2,237 | 82.3% |
| Smartphone | 2,104 | 77.4% |
| Tablet | 1,836 | 67.6% |
| No Computing Device | 208 | 7.7% |
| Total | 2,717 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Oyster Bay
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 2,117 | 77.9% |
| Cellular Data Only | 242 | 8.9% |
| Satellite Internet | 26 | 1.0% |
| No Internet | 254 | 9.3% |
| Total | 2,717 | 100.0% |
Oyster Bay Summary
Oyster Bay is a hamlet and census-designated place located in Nassau County, New York, United States. It is situated on the North Shore of Long Island, and is part of the Greater New York City metropolitan area. As of the 2010 census, the population of Oyster Bay was 18,744.
History
The area that is now Oyster Bay was originally inhabited by the Matinecock Native American tribe. The first European settlers arrived in the area in 1653, and the hamlet was officially established in 1667. The hamlet was named after the abundance of oysters found in the area.
In the late 19th century, Oyster Bay became a popular summer resort for wealthy New Yorkers. The area was home to several grand estates, including the estate of Theodore Roosevelt, which is now a national historic site.
Geography
Oyster Bay is located at 40°51'25"N 73°30'45"W (40.856944, -73.5125). According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 8.3 square miles (21.5 km2), of which 8.2 square miles (21.3 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) (1.17%) is water.
Economy
Oyster Bay is a largely residential community, with a few small businesses located in the hamlet. The largest employer in the area is the Theodore Roosevelt Estate, which is a popular tourist destination. Other local businesses include restaurants, retail stores, and professional services.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 18,744 people, 6,845 households, and 4,919 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 2,286.3 people per square mile (883.3/km2). There were 7,082 housing units at an average density of 862.2 per square mile (332.7/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 87.2% White, 4.2% African American, 0.2% Native American, 4.2% Asian, 0.0% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.3% of the population.
There were 6,845 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.2% were married couples living together, 9.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.25.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 24.3% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 17.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males.
The median income for a household in the CDP was $76,843, and the median income for a family was $90,917. Males had a median income of $60,871 versus $41,945 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $35,945. About 2.7% of families and 4.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Oyster Bay?
Total Population of Oyster Bay is 6,640.
What is the Total Male Population of Oyster Bay?
Total Male Population of Oyster Bay is 2,925.
What is the Total Female Population of Oyster Bay?
Total Female Population of Oyster Bay is 3,715.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Oyster Bay?
There are 78.73 Males per 100 Females in Oyster Bay.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Oyster Bay?
There are 127.01 Females per 100 Males in Oyster Bay.
What is the Median Population Age in Oyster Bay?
Median Population Age in Oyster Bay is 37.6 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Oyster Bay
Average Family Size in Oyster Bay is 3.4 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Oyster Bay
Average Household Size in Oyster Bay is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Oyster Bay?
Per Capita income in Oyster Bay is $52,354.
What is the Median Family Income in Oyster Bay?
Median Family Income in Oyster Bay is $149,500.
What is the Median Household income in Oyster Bay?
Median Household Income in Oyster Bay is $108,111.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Oyster Bay?
Income or Wage Gap in Oyster Bay is 25.5%.
Women in Oyster Bay earn 74.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Oyster Bay?
Inequality or Gini Index in Oyster Bay is 0.44.
How Large is the Labor Force in Oyster Bay?
There are 3,792 People in the Labor Forcein in Oyster Bay.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Oyster Bay?
71.1% of People are in the Labor Force in Oyster Bay.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Oyster Bay?
Unemployment Rate in Oyster Bay is 5.8%.