Huntington, New York
Huntington: town in Suffolk County, New York, United States
About
Huntington is a town located in the county of Suffolk in the U.S. state of New York. Its population at the 2010 census was 203,264. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 200,102 inhabitants.
The town was created 373 years ago in 1652.
Huntington is a town located on the North Shore of Long Island in Suffolk County, New York. With over 200,000 residents, it is among the largest towns on Long Island.
Early Settlement
The first European settlers arrived in the 1600s, joining Native American Lenape tribes along the harbor. The town was named after Englishman Richard Huntington and formally incorporated in 1653.
Huntington began as an agricultural community, with fishing and oystering along the harbor. Early industry focused on lumber, gristmills, and brickworks. Huntington Harbor enabled trade and shipbuilding.
In the 1800s, rail lines and trolley systems were developed to better connect Huntington to New York City markets. This improved commerce, tourism, and commuting.
Growth and Development
Like many Long Island towns, Huntington saw enormous population growth after World War II due to suburban sprawl from NYC. Modern Huntington emerged during the massive suburban expansion of the 1950s and 60s.
** Significant postwar community developments** include the Melville business park, the expansive Walt Whitman Shops mall, and the Long Island State Veterans Home.
Cultural institutions like The Paramount concert hall, Heckscher Museum, and Cinema Arts Centre established Huntington as a center for arts and entertainment.
Huntington Today
Present-day Huntington retains a historic downtown of colonial buildings mixed with modern commerce. The town still has working harbors along the North Shore coastline.
Huntington has over 200,000 residents across its 120 square miles. It contains everything from centuries-old farms to Levitt suburban communities to dense apartment neighborhoods.
The town balances its history, maritime culture, and natural spaces with steady population growth. Huntington takes pride in its schools, parks, and community spirit.
Quick Facts about Huntington
| Population | 200,102 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | New York (United States) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Postal code | 11743 |
| Phone Area Codes | 631 |
| Area | 355087369 km2 |
| Official name | Town of Huntington |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.8682,-73.4257 |
| Altitude | 135 feet / 41 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1653 (373 years ago) |
| Time Zone | UTC−04:00, UTC−05:00 |
| Local time | 07:58:42 (17th April 2026) |
| Population growth | -1.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 76℉ Chance Showers And Thunderstorms 7-days weather |
Geography
Huntington is located at 40°52'5"N 73°25'32"W (40.8681500, -73.4256800).
Huntington map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Huntington decreased by 1.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 195,289 | - | |
| 2010 | 203,264 | 3.92% | census |
| 2011 | 203,745 | 0.24% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 203,402 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 203,356 | -0.02% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 203,608 | 0.12% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 203,065 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 202,198 | -0.43% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 201,656 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 201,387 | -0.13% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 200,704 | -0.34% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 200,102 | -0.3% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Huntington
1Masjid Noor LI
1032 Park Ave, Huntington, NY 11743, United States View details
Phone: +16316834185 | Website available
2The Heckscher Museum of Art
2 Prime Ave, Huntington, NY 11743, United States View details
Phone: +16313803230 | Website available
3West Hills Park
Red Dot Trial, Huntington, NY 11743, United States View details
4Huntington Harbor Light
Huntington, NY 11743, United States View details
Phone: +16314211985 | Website available
5Gold Coast Mansions of Long Island
135 W Gate Dr, Huntington, NY 11743, United States View details
Phone: +18773866654 | Website available
Services and Civic Places in Huntington
1Town of Huntington
100 Main St, Huntington, NY 11743 View details
Phone: +16313513000 | Website available
2Jo Ann Raia Town Clerk
100 Main St, Huntington, NY 11743 View details
Phone: +16313513206 | Website available
People born in Huntington (99)
People born in Huntington, including american actor Ralph Macchio, politician Silas Wood, computer scientist John L. Hennessy, .
More notable people
- Jeff Hawkins (American entrepreneur and neuroscientist; founder of Palm Computing) he was born in 01/06/1957
- Sven Salumaa (American tennis player) he was born in 21/10/1966
- Zephaniah Platt (American politician (1735–1807)) he was born in 27/05/1735
- Susanna Kallur (Swedish hurdler) she was born in 16/02/1981
- Torrey DeVitto (American actress, model, violinist) she was born in 08/06/1984
- Carey Lowell (American actress) she was born in 11/02/1961
- John B. Jervis (American civil engineer) he was born in 14/12/1795
- Jenny Kallur (Swedish hurdler) she was born in 16/02/1981
- Alicia Coppola (American actress) she was born in 12/04/1968
- Adam Ebbin (American politician) he was born in 10/11/1963
- Leroy Grumman (American engineer) he was born in 04/01/1895
- Brandon Sutter (American ice hockey player) he was born in 14/02/1989
- Benjamin Hendrickson (American actor (1950-2006)) he was born in 26/08/1950
- Chris DiMarco (American professional golfer, PGA Tour member) he was born in 23/08/1968
- Eliphalet Wickes (American politician (1769-1850)) he was born in 01/04/1769
- Kenny Davern (American clarinetist) he was born in 07/01/1935
- Jon Burr (American musician) he was born in 22/05/1953
- Nathaniel Scudder (American physician, politician (1733-1781)) he was born in 10/05/1733
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Huntington, NY. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 420468 | Western Suffolk BOCES | Northport (NY) | 11768 |
| 191205 | Five Towns College | Dix Hills (NY) | 11746-5871 |
| 418126 | New York College of Health Professions | Syosset (NY) | 11791-4413 |
| 196042 | Farmingdale State College | Farmingdale (NY) | 11735-1021 |
| 417910 | Veeb Nassau County School of Practical Nursing | Hicksville (NY) | 11801-4302 |
Nearby Transit Stations (18)
Rail and bus stations connected to Huntington, NY. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM | Stamford Transportation Center | Washington Blvd and South State St. | RAIL |
| NRO | New Rochelle station | 1 Railroad Plaza | RAIL |
| BRP | Bridgeport | 525 Water St. | RAIL |
| YNY | Yonkers station | 5 Buena Vista Ave. | RAIL |
| NYP | Pennsylvania Station | 8th Ave 31st Street / 8th Ave 33rd Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Huntington.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Huntington Post Office | Huntington (NY) | 11743 |
| Hal Post Office | Huntington (NY) | 11743 |
| Cold Spring Harbor Post Office | Cold Spring Harbor (NY) | 11724 |
| Centerpor Post Office | Centerport (NY) | 11721 |
| Greenlawn Post Office | Greenlawn (NY) | 11740 |
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- Huntington, Indiana city in Indiana with a population of 17,052 people.
- Huntington, Ohio township in Lorain County, Ohio with a population of 6,223 people.
- Huntington, Massachusetts town in Massachusetts with a population of 2,159 people.
- Huntington, Texas city in Texas with a population of 2,079 people.
- Huntington, Vermont town in Vermont with a population of 1,969 people.
- Huntington, Utah town in Emery County, Utah, United States with a population of 1,959 people.
- Huntington, Arkansas city in Sebastian County, Arkansas, United States with a population of 615 people.
- Huntington, Oregon city in Oregon, USA with a population of 442 people.
Other cities in Suffolk County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Suffolk County , NY. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Brookhaven | 479,883 | This town in Suffolk County, New York, is the most populous in the state. |
| Islip | 322,328 | This Long Island community is situated on the south shore of Suffolk County, New York, at an elevation of 13 feet. |
| Babylon | 218,223 | A town in Suffolk County, New York. |
| Smithtown | 110,876 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Brentwood | 60,664 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Southampton | 58,549 | Town in Suffolk County, New York, partly on the South Fork of Long Island, USA |
| West Babylon | 43,213 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Coram | 39,113 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Commack | 36,124 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Central Islip | 34,450 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Riverhead | 33,434 | Town in New York |
| Huntington Station | 33,029 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Centereach | 31,578 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| West Islip | 28,335 | Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York |
| Shirley | 27,854 | Census-designated place in New York, USA |
| Holbrook | 27,195 | City in and county seat of Navajo County, Arizona, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Huntington distances to largest New York cities