Riverhead town, New York
Riverhead town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Riverhead town is a geographic entity located in Suffolk County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 36,394. The land area covers 67.40 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 36,394 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 52.1 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 14,202 | ±538 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 16,498 | ±537 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 14,202 | ±538 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,296 | ±354 |
| Median Home Value | $486,600 | ±$18,673 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,974 | ±$228 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $94,249 | ±$7,223 |
| Per Capita Income | $48,975 | ±$3,378 |
| Poverty Rate | 8.6% | ±2.1% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,089 | ±738 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 16,118 | ±902 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.6% | ±2.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 36,067 (2024)
ID: 131438
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TOWN SUPERVISOR
200 HOWELL AVE, RIVERHEAD NY 11901-2587
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GUS Population: 1,535,909 (2024)
ID: 170437
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MUNICIPAL LAW BUREAU CHIEF
PO BOX 6100, HAUPPAUGE NY 11788-0099
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | SHOREHAM, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | MILLER PLACE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | AQUEBOGUE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | PATCHOGUE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BELLPORT, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKHAVEN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | BROOKHAVEN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | YAPHANK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CENTER MORICHES, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | CENTER MORICHES, NY |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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PECONIC BAY MEDICAL CENTER
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Hospital | City address association | 1 HEROS WAY, RIVERHEAD, NY, 11901 |
(631) 548-6000
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Eastern Suffolk BOCES
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College Vocational | 3.9 mi away | 970 North Griffing Avenue, Riverhead, NY, 11901-2763 |
6312334450
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RIVERHEAD FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 330 COURT STREET, RIVERHEAD, NY, 11901 |
(631) 727-3228
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Suffolk County Community College
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College | 19.8 mi away | 533 College Rd, Selden, NY, 11784-2899 |
6314514110
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BAITING HOLLOW FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 4 WARNER DRIVE, CALVERTON, NY, 11933 |
(631) 727-8765
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Stony Brook University
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College | 21.6 mi away | 310 Administration Building, Stony Brook, NY, 11794-0701 |
6316326000
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NORTH SHORE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 250 ROUTE 25A, SHOREHAM, NY, 11786 |
(631) 929-4488
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TIGI Hairdressing Academy Guilford
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College Vocational | 21.8 mi away | 860 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT, 06437 |
2034583334
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MATTITUCK-LAUREL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 13900 MAIN ROAD, MATTITUCK, NY, 11952 |
(631) 298-4134
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Branford Academy of Hair & Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 22.2 mi away | 251 West Main St, Branford, CT, 06405 |
2033152985
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at RIVERHEAD RSCH FARM, NY US, located 0.8 miles from Riverhead town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.7° | 26.0° | 32.9° | 3.79" | — |
| February | 41.3° | 26.9° | 34.1° | 3.31" | — |
| March | 48.3° | 32.7° | 40.5° | 4.72" | — |
| April | 59.8° | 41.5° | 50.7° | 4.08" | — |
| May | 70.2° | 51.0° | 60.6° | 3.60" | — |
| June | 78.6° | 60.6° | 69.6° | 3.82" | — |
| July | 83.9° | 66.9° | 75.4° | 3.05" | — |
| August | 82.3° | 66.1° | 74.2° | 3.93" | — |
| September | 75.7° | 60.2° | 68.0° | 4.07" | — |
| October | 64.9° | 49.5° | 57.2° | 4.46" | — |
| November | 54.0° | 40.0° | 47.0° | 3.81" | — |
| December | 44.9° | 31.9° | 38.4° | 4.58" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baiting Hollow CDP | CDP | 2.2 mi | — |
| Riverhead CDP | CDP | 2.6 mi | — |
| Northville CDP | CDP | 4.4 mi | — |
| Calverton CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Riverside CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Wading River CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 3610361984. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.