ZIP Code 11702

In ZIP code 11702, which takes in Stony Brook, households earn a median of $137,652, while per-capita income reaches $69,210. That earnings base supports a median home value of $626,900, and the county-level property tax rate of 1.73% means owners of such homes face a substantial annual bill. Adding the 8.75% combined sales tax, everyday purchases carry a noticeable premium. Together these figures shape a budget where housing costs and consumption taxes claim a meaningful share, even at this income level, so careful planning matters for anyone buying or living here.