What are the schools like in Syosset, NY?

Syosset is served primarily by SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in Syosset?

The median household income in Syosset, NY is $180,297 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.9%.

What is the weather like in Syosset, NY?

Syosset has an average high temperature of 38.9°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 18.5 inches.

Syosset, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Syosset, NY affordable or expensive?

Syosset's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Syosset is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $816,200 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Syosset, NY?

Syosset has a violent crime rate of 133.0 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1044.6 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Syosset, NY a Good Place to Live?

Syosset is a small city of 18,807 in New York, with a median household income of $180,297 and a 3.9% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Syosset stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices, longer commutes. Whether Syosset is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Syosset city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Syosset's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Syosset costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Syosset, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$816,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	91.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$180,297	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Syosset's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — 65% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

133.0 /100k

Property Crime

1044.6 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Syosset is served primarily by SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Syosset, NY	National Avg
School District	SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	68.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Syosset sees average highs of 38.9°F in January and 82.8°F in July, with 47.7 inches of annual precipitation and 18.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Syosset, NY
Average High — January	38.9°F
Average High — July	82.8°F
Annual Precipitation	47.7"
Annual Snowfall	18.5"

Demographics

Metric	Syosset, NY	National Avg
Population	18,807	—
Median Age	42.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.9%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	38.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	62.7%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.1%	18.9%
Asian	31.4%	6.3%
Under 18	27.4%	22.2%
65 and over	16.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Woodbury, NY 2 mi Muttontown, NY 2 mi East Norwich, NY 3 mi Plainview, NY 3 mi Jericho, NY 3 mi

ZIP Codes in Syosset

Syosset, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

11791

Syosset vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Syosset, NY affordable or expensive?

Syosset's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Syosset roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $816,200 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Syosset, NY?

Syosset's violent crime rate is 133.0 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1044.6 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Syosset?

Public schools in Syosset are operated by SYOSSET CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 7 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 68.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Syosset, NY a good place to live?

Syosset, NY has a population of 18,807, a median household income of $180,297, and an unemployment rate of 3.9%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Syosset?

Syosset averages 38.9°F in January and 82.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.7 inches with about 18.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Syosset?

Syosset, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 11791.

What is the population of Syosset?

The population of Syosset, New York is 18,807 with a median age of 42.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Syosset?

Key numbers for living in Syosset: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $816,200, median household income $180,297, crime index 41 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Syosset side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.