Setauket-East Setauket is a census-designated place located in Suffolk County, New York on the North Shore of Long Island. As of the United States 2000 Census, the CDP had a total population of 15,931. A census-designated place (CDP) is an area identified by the United States Census Bureau for statistical reporting. ... Suffolk County is a county located in the state of New York. ... Official language(s) None, English de facto Capital Albany Largest city New York City Area  - Total  - Width  - Length  - % water  - Latitude  - Longitude Ranked 27th 141,205 km² 455 km 530 km 13. ... The North Shore of Long Island is the area along Long Islands northern coast, bordering Long Island Sound. ... The four counties of Long Island. ... The United States Census of year 2000, conducted by the Census Bureau, determined the resident population of the United States on April 1, 2000, to be 281,421,906, an increase of 13. ...

The CDP encompasses the hamlets of Setauket and East Setauket in the Town of Brookhaven. A hamlet is (usually — see below) a small settlement, too small or unimportant to be considered a village. ... Brookhaven, New York is a town (county subdivision) in central Suffolk County, New York. ...

Geography

Setauket-East Setauket is located at 40°55'48" North, 73°6'7" West (40.930007, -73.102081)^GR1. The following is a list of sources used in the creation of Wikipedia articles on various geographic topics and locations, such as cities, counties, states, and countries. ...

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 24.0 km² (9.3 mi²). 21.9 km² (8.5 mi²) of it is land and 2.1 km² (0.8 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 8.64% water. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... Square kilometre (US spelling: Square kilometer), symbol km², is an SI unit of surface area. ... A square mile is an Imperial unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (5,280 feet, 1,760 yards, 1,609. ...

The village of Setauket is located on the North Shore of Long Island in central Suffolk County. Part of Brookhaven's Three Village area, Setauket varies considerably as one travels north to south. In Setauket's Old Field there are wealthy waterfront estates, many from earlier decades. There is a New England style village green with a mill pond and park, a quaint post office, and the Caroline Church, built in 1729, and the Setauket Presbyterian Church established in 1660 . The Emma S. Clark Library, also on the Village Green is often considered one of the best on Long Island. During the American Revolutionary War, a small skirmish was fought on the village green, with some of the bullets embedded into the walls of Caroline Chruch The North Shore of Long Island is the area along Long Islands northern coast, bordering Long Island Sound. ... The four counties of Long Island. ... Brookhaven, New York is a town (county subdivision) in central Suffolk County, New York. ... Old Field is a village located in Suffolk County, New York. ... First Flag of New England, 1686-c. ... Events July 30 - Baltimore, Maryland is founded. ... Events Expulsion of the Carib indigenous people from Martinique by French occupying forces. ... Emma S. Clark Memorial Library Public access library located in Setauket (11733), Long Island. ... Combatants American Revolutionaries, France, Netherlands, Spain, allies British Empire, allies Commanders George Washington Comte de Rochambeau Nathanael Greene William Howe Henry Clinton Charles Cornwallis Strength {{{strength1}}} {{{strength2}}} Casualties {{{casualties1}}} {{{casualties2}}} {{{notes}}} The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), also known as the American War of Independence, was the military component of...

The "Setaukets" historically referred to the area between Stony Brook and Port Jefferson Harbors, included what are now called Head of the Harbor and St James (now part of Smithtown and not usually included as part of the Three Villages), Stony Brook (Old Stony Brook and South Stony Brook, the latter is where Stony Brook University is located), South Setauket (not to be confused with parts of Centereach), Strong's Neck, East Setauket, and Port Jefferson (formerly known as Drowned Meadow, renamed at the behest one of its famous residents PT Barnum). Stony Brook University The State University of New York at Stony Brook (SUNYSB), or Stony Brook University (SBU), is a public research university located in Stony Brook, New York, with more than 21,000 students enrolled. ... Phineas Taylor Barnum (July 5, 1810 – April 7, 1891), American showman who is best remembered for his entertaining hoaxes and for founding the circus that eventually became Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus. ...

South of 25A, Setauket becomes more varied with quaint colonial style houses mixing with light industrial areas and Levitt-built houses near NY Route 347 (Nesconsett Highway). Levitt can refer to: Arthur Levitt (b. ...

Demographics

As of the census^GR2 of 2000, there are 15,931 people, 5,521 households, and 4,289 families residing in the CDP. The population density is 727.1/km² (1,882.3/mi²). There are 5,632 housing units at an average density of 257.0/km² (665.4/mi²). The racial makeup of the CDP is 87.76% White, 1.27% African American, 0.17% Native American, 8.80% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 0.61% from other races, and 1.35% from two or more races. 3.43% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race. A census is the process of obtaining information about every member of a population (not necessarily a human population). ... The following is a list of sources used in the creation of Wikipedia articles on various geographic topics and locations, such as cities, counties, states, and countries. ... This article is about the year 2000. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...

There are 5,521 households out of which 39.2% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 68.6% are married couples living together, 6.8% have a female householder with no husband present, and 22.3% are non-families. 17.2% of all households are made up of individuals and 4.7% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older. The average household size is 2.88 and the average family size is 3.26. The examples and perspective in this article may not represent a worldwide view. ...

In the CDP the population is spread out with 26.9% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.4% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 37 years. For every 100 females there are 96.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 94.5 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP is $86,986, and the median income for a family is $102,472. Males have a median income of $70,276 versus $41,281 for females. The per capita income for the CDP is $37,736. 4.0% of the population and 2.4% of families are below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 3.2% of those under the age of 18 and 0.3% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population living in poverty The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...

Local history

During the American Revolutionary War, the Culper Spy Ring headed by Benjamin Tallmadge passed information about British troop movements gathered in New York City to George Washington. Combatants American Revolutionaries, France, Netherlands, Spain, allies British Empire, allies Commanders George Washington Comte de Rochambeau Nathanael Greene William Howe Henry Clinton Charles Cornwallis Strength {{{strength1}}} {{{strength2}}} Casualties {{{casualties1}}} {{{casualties2}}} {{{notes}}} The American Revolutionary War (1775–1783), also known as the American War of Independence, was the military component of... The Culper Ring was organized by Benjamin Tallmadge under the orders of General George Washington in 1778. ... Benjamin Tallmadge (1754-1835) was born in Setauket, New York. ... Nickname: The Big Apple Motto: Official website: City of New York Location [[Image:|250px|250px|Location of City of New York, New York]] Location in the state of New York Government Counties (Boroughs) Bronx (The Bronx) New York (Manhattan) Queens (Queens) Kings (Brooklyn) Richmond (Staten Island) Mayor Michael Bloomberg (R... George Washington (February 22, 1732 – December 14, 1799) was the successful Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army in the American Revolutionary War from 1775 to 1783, and later became the first President of the United States, an office to which he was elected, unanimously, twice and remained in from...

Education

The Three Village Central School district, which all Setauket children attend is considered to be a good performer, but is facing strains from enrollment growth and aging facilties.

• Ward Melville High School - Renowned nationwide for producing a disproportionate amount of Intel Semifinalists for the Intel Science Talent Search. Perhaps more noted in the region for their Lacrosse team.

• Gelinas Junior High School - Named after Paul J. Gelinas, First district principal

• Murphy Junior High School - Named after Robert C. Murphy, a local naturalist.

• William Sydney Mount Elementary School - Named after a local 19th century artist known for his renditions of local, everyday life.

• Setauket School Elementary School

• Nassakeag Elementary School

• Minnesauke Elementary School - Setauket Indian word for "Little Neck", the name for what is now known as Strong's Neck.

• Arrowhead Elementary School

• Christian Avenue School - Original buildings dating back from earlier part of the century. Used for Kindergarten and 1st grade before closing in late 1970s. Demolished and redeveloped is McMansions.

• North Country School - Former elementary school, closed in 1980s. Some of the districts administrative offices are located there as well as rented to BOCES.

• Stony Brook School (Private) - local urban myth (which is most likely incorrect) is that this is the very school JD Salinger attended and wrote about in Catcher in the Rye.

• Emma S. Clark Library

• Stony Brook University

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Food

Home to the Se-port Deli, most popular among a certain clique of Ward Melville High School students who live in the area, also know for its delicious Boone and Deathwish sandwiches. Although popular with HS Students, Se-ports revenue generation is mainly due to it's popularity amongst blue collar workers, who frequent the deli as well as the neighboring hardware store, Fox's. Also known for a strange concentration of chain restaurants on Route 347 and a lack thereof along Route 25A.

Route 25A Country Corner (Pub fare and Armenian food) Mario's Restaurant (Italian) Via Pizza (Italian) Magic Sundaes (Ice Cream) Seport Deli (American Deli) Kai Li (Chinese) Chung How (Chinese) Setauket Diner (formerly The Villager, Greek diner) One if Buy Bagel (Bakery) Eastern Pavilion (Chinese) The Curry Club (Indian)

Eastern Pavillion was formerly Little Mandarins, and The Curry Club was formerly the Dining Car 1890. Both restaurants were local institutions from the early 1960 until the early 1990s, when they were forced to close due to a dispute with the landowner.

347 Burger King (Stony Brook, NY) McDonalds (2) Friendly's (Stony Brook, NY) Red Lobster (Stony Brook, NY) Little Caesar's (now closed) 7 Eleven (Port Jefferson Station, NY) Assorted Mall Food Hi Lite Diner (Port Jefferson Station, NY) Lake Grove Diner (formerly Tanglewood Diner - Lake Grove, NY)

Regional Newspapers

• Newsday (daily)

• The Village Times Herald (weekly) - formerly separate as the Villege Times and Three Village Herald

• Suffolk Life (weekly)

• The Osprey (R.C. Murphy J.H.S.)

• Kaleidoscope (Ward Melville High School).

• The Statesman (Stony Brook University)

• Stony Brook Press (Stony Brook University)

External links

• Three Village Historical Society

• Maps and aerial photos
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  • Satellite image from Google Local or Microsoft Virtual Earth

Town of Brookhaven, New York

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