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Long Beach, NY Utility & Living Guide
Long Beach is an oceanfront city in Nassau County, New York, on Long Island. The city rests on a central section of the Long Beach Barrier Island, which is the westernmost of the outer barrier islands off the South Shore of Long Island. The city's population was 35,029 at the 2020 United States cens
Monthly Utility Costs
$120/mo
$50/mo
$45/mo
$25/mo
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $1200/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1600/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2100/mo |
| Median Home Price | $320,000 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $1000 |
The housing market in Long Beach is competitive, with demand driven by its coastal location. Prices have risen steadily, but remain more affordable than nearby NYC suburbs.
Cost of Living
105
+5% above national average
102
98
100
$1000
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 7.5% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.2% |
| <p>State 4% + County 3.5% + City 0%</p> | |
New York State has a progressive income tax system ranging from 4% to 8.82%.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit options; LIRR station has elevator access but buses are not stroller-optimized.
- Long Beach Boardwalk
- Long Beach Public Library
- Long Beach Ice Arena
Best Neighborhoods for Families
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📰 Live Local News
Short-term rentals require registration; beach parking permits needed for residents.
Financial Tools
- Income Tax CalculatorEstimate take-home pay by state
- Mortgage CalculatorMonthly payment estimator
- Affordability CalculatorHow much home can you afford?
- Childcare Cost EstimatorCompare daycare costs by city
- Retirement PlannerRetirement readiness check
- Car Lease CalculatorMonthly lease payment estimator
- Savings CalculatorGrow your emergency fund
- City Comparison ToolCompare cities side by side
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📊 Long Beach — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Electric bills peak in summer due to AC use, while gas costs rise in winter for heating. Water usage increases slightly in summer for landscaping.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
11561: Property tax millage rate of 1.2%, no local surtaxes.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7/10: Good sidewalk quality in central areas but some beach access points lack ramps. Parks are accessible but transit options are limited.
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