Shelter Island

41.0682° N, 72.3387° W

Overview for Shelter Island, NY

2,499 people live in Shelter Island, where the median age is 42.9 and the average individual income is $56,486. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,499

Total Population

42.9 years

Median Age

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$56,486

Average individual Income

Around Shelter Island, NY

There's plenty to do around Shelter Island, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

2
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
19
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Greenport Wines and Spirits, Black Cat Books, and Shelter Island Pilates & Barre.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.46 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 2.17 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.32 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.5 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.52 miles 13 reviews 5/5 stars
Nightlife 4.47 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Shelter Island, NY

Shelter Island has 1,084 households, with an average household size of 2.31. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Shelter Island do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,499 people call Shelter Island home. The population density is 381.3 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,499

Total Population

Low

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

42.9

Median Age

57.46 / 42.54%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,084

Total Households

2.31

Average Household Size

$56,486

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Shelter Island, NY

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The following schools are within or nearby Shelter Island. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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