Baiting Hollow, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Baiting Hollow, New York
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A beach in Baiting Hollow.
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U.S. Census map of Baiting Hollow.
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 Baiting Hollow, New York
Location in New York
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Suffolk |
| Town | Riverhead |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.42 sq mi (19.23 km2) |
| • Land | 5.21 sq mi (13.49 km2) |
| • Water | 2.21 sq mi (5.74 km2) |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,763 |
| • Density | 530.33/sq mi (204.76/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
11933
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| Area codes | 631, 934 |
| FIPS code | 36-04055 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0942815 |
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Baiting Hollow is a small community located on Long Island in New York, United States. It is known as a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a small area that the government counts for population, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town.
Baiting Hollow is part of the Town of Riverhead in Suffolk County. In 2020, about 2,763 people lived there.
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Where is Baiting Hollow?
Baiting Hollow is located on Long Island, which is a large island off the coast of New York. It covers an area of about 7.42 square miles (19.23 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
What is the Weather Like?
Baiting Hollow has a climate with warm summers and cold winters. Here's a quick look at the average temperatures and rainfall:
- Summer (July/August): The average high temperature is around 81-82°F (27-28°C).
- Winter (January/February): The average high temperature is around 38-39°F (3-4°C).
- Rainfall: Baiting Hollow gets a good amount of rain throughout the year, with about 3 to 5 inches (7.6 to 12.7 cm) each month.
Who Lives in Baiting Hollow?
The population of Baiting Hollow has grown over the years. In 2000, there were 1,449 people. By 2020, the population had increased to 2,763.
Most households in Baiting Hollow are families. Many homes have married couples living together. About 24% of households have children under 18. The average age of people living in Baiting Hollow is around 44 years old.
The average income for a household in Baiting Hollow is quite high, showing that many people living there have good jobs.
Local Businesses
Baiting Hollow is home to some local businesses. One example is Long Island Spirits, which is a distillery.
Schools and Libraries
School District
Children living in Baiting Hollow attend public schools in the Riverhead Central School District. This means students go to schools in the nearby town of Riverhead.
Library Services
Baiting Hollow has its own library district called the Baiting Hollow Free Library. This library serves the people living in the hamlet.
Famous People from Baiting Hollow
- Charlie Jarzombek (1942–1987) – He was a professional race car driver.
