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Shirley, NY vs Sayville, NY

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Are people in Sayville older or younger than people in Shirley?
- The Median Age in Sayville is 5.2 years older than in Shirley.

Are housing costs cheaper in Sayville or Shirley?
- Sayville housing costs are 21.6% more expensive than Shirley housing costs.

Which city has a longer commute, Sayville or Shirley?
- The average commute for residents of Sayville is 0.5 minutes shorter than it is for residents of Shirley.

Things to do in Shirley?
A hamlet within Brookhaven Town in Suffolk County, boasts rural charm without sacrificing access to urban centers like Patchogue Village or Medford Lakeside Shopping Center for those who prefer an indoor shopping experience. The community hosts annual festivals throughout the year including their almost 50-year running festival at Wildwood State Park each July 4th weekend featuring classic car shows, firework displays & carnival rides!

Things to do in Sayville?
Sayville, NY is located on Long Island in Suffolk County with a population around 11 thousand people. Sayville is a historic village offering attractions such as the Sayville Historical Society Museum or the John W Jones House & Museum along with plenty of outdoor recreational activities like boating, fishing, kayaking and more.

 Shirley, NYSayville, NYUnited States
 Population  Unlock16,290329,725,481
 Median Income$101,437  Unlock$69,021
 Median Age  Unlock44.238.4
 Avg. Home Price$424,800  Unlock$338,100
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.1%6.0%
 Avg. Commute Time34.78  Unlock26.38
Reviews for Shirley    7 Reviews

Your standard, run-of-the-mill suburb, complete with strip malls and endless suburban sprawl. I suppose it's ideal for well-off retirees, the beach is nice and has  More

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Over 12 years ago

High taxes but nice middle class town,schools are nice  More

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Over 12 years ago

nice schools dont believe what some people say,if you looking to live here you should come and drive around few blocks you will like it, its a nice middle class  More

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Reviews for Sayville    3 Reviews

Sayville is a relatively small community in the heart of the South Shore. Parks, playgrounds and family events abound. People who live here want to stay here because  More

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Over 18 years ago

My husbands family all live in Sayville. Four cousins in the same grade. Sayville is a very family friendly town and pretty much everyone knows each  More

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Over 19 years ago

Nice small town with access to the big  More

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