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Patchogue, NY Utility & Living Guide
Patchogue is a village located within the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County, on the South Shore of Long Island, in New York, United States. The population was 12,408 at the time of the 2020 census.
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 |
Patchogue’s housing market is competitive, with a mix of historic homes and modern developments. Prices have risen steadily due to its proximity to NYC and revitalized downtown.
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 income tax ranges from 4% to 8.82% based on income brackets.
Family & Relocation
50
6.5/10
$1000/mo
City Pulse
Limited public transit options; LIRR station has some accessibility features but buses are not stroller-friendly.
- Patchogue Theatre
- Shorefront Park
- Splish Splash Water Park
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Short-term rental permits required, strict zoning for home businesses, and noise ordinances enforced.
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📊 Patchogue — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
☀️ Seasonal Utility Costs
Summer AC use can double electric bills, while winter heating costs spike gas bills by 30-50% in colder months.
🏛️ Local Tax Details
Key ZIP 11772: Property tax millage rate 1.2%, no local surtaxes beyond county rates.
👶 Family & Stroller Friendliness
7/10: Good sidewalk coverage in downtown areas, multiple parks with stroller access, but limited elevator access in older buildings.
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