Shelter Island

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, Rolling In Dough Pizza, and NoFo Bikes.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 4.46 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining · $$$ 4.59 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.5 miles 8 reviews 5/5 stars
Nightlife 4.47 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.79 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.99 miles 6 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 between 25 and 64 years old. 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: 6.08%

0-9 Years

10-17: 7.64%

10-17 Years

18-24: 16.13%

18-24 Years

25-64: 42.82%

25-64 Years

65-74: 17.57%

65-74 Years

75+: 9.76%

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade 58 (4%)
  • High School Degree 379 (24%)
  • Associate Degree 59 (4%)
  • Bachelor Degree 550 (35%)
  • Graduate Degree 515 (33%)
1,084

Total Households

2.31

Average Household Size

$56,486

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children: 203 (19%)

Without Children: 881 (81%)

Marital Status

Married 36%
Single 37%
Divorced 16%
Separated 0%

Blue vs White Collar Workers

Blue Collar: 4%

White Collar: 96%

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes 28%
15 to 29 Minutes 4%
30 to 59 Minutes 10%
60+ Minutes 2%

Schools in Shelter Island, NY

Mixed Schools (1)
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.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
PUBLIC
PreK - 12th
3/5

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