ZIP Code 11961

In ZIP code 11961, near Stony Brook, homes carry a median value of $420,800, and the county-level effective property tax rate of 1.73% translates into a substantial annual bill. Households earning a median of $76,216 would devote a notable share of that income to property taxes alone, a squeeze that shapes who can buy here. Per-capita income stands at $47,541. Add the combined 8.75% sales tax on everyday purchases, and the overall cost of living climbs further. The gap between home prices and local earnings means buyers here often stretch to enter the market.