Cost of Living in Bay Shore, NY
Population: 31,275 • 2026 Data
$101,695
Median Household Income
+31% vs national
$1,907
Median Monthly Rent
+41% vs national
$467,800
Median Home Value
+38% vs national
4.1%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bay Shore
The median home value in Bay Shore, NY is $467,800. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,907, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $2,203.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.5%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bay Shore, NY is $101,695. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, with a labor force of 15,265 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.