Islip,NY

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Islip, New York
General Information
Name Islip,NY
Native Name
Other Names
Settlement Type Town
Transliteration
Language 1
Type 1
Info 1
Location
Coordinates 
   
       40.7297°N 
       73.2104°W
Map
Population
Total 339,938
Density per km²
Area
Total km²
Land km²
Water km²
Government
Type Town Council
Leader Angie Carpenter
Time Zone
Standard UTC-5
DST UTC-4


Islip is a town in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It is located on the south shore of Long Island.

History[edit | edit source]

The town of Islip was founded in 1683. It was named after Islip, Northamptonshire, the ancestral home of William Nicoll, who purchased the land from the local Native American tribes.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Islip is situated on the south shore of Long Island, bordered by the Great South Bay to the south. The town covers a total area of 163.1 square miles, of which 105.3 square miles is land and 57.8 square miles is water.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As of the 2020 census, the population of Islip was 339,938. The town is a diverse community with a mix of urban and suburban areas.

Government[edit | edit source]

Islip is governed by a Town Council and a Town Supervisor. The current Town Supervisor is Angie Carpenter.

Economy[edit | edit source]

The economy of Islip is diverse, with sectors including retail, healthcare, and education. The town is home to several hospitals and medical centers, providing healthcare services to the community.

Education[edit | edit source]

Islip is served by several school districts, offering a range of educational opportunities from elementary to high school. The town also has access to higher education institutions in the surrounding areas.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

Islip is accessible via major highways and public transportation, including the Long Island Rail Road. The town is also served by the Long Island MacArthur Airport.

Healthcare[edit | edit source]

Islip has a number of healthcare facilities, including hospitals and clinics, providing a range of medical services to residents. The town is part of the larger healthcare network of Suffolk County.

Notable People[edit | edit source]

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