Gordon Heights, New York facts for kids
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Gordon Heights, New York
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U.S. Census map of Gordon Heights.
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 Gordon Heights, New York
Location in New York
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Suffolk |
| Town | Brookhaven |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.72 sq mi (4.45 km2) |
| • Land | 1.70 sq mi (4.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,981 |
| • Density | 2,336.27/sq mi (901.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern Time Zone) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 |
| ZIP Code |
11763
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| Area code(s) | 631, 934 |
| FIPS code | 36-29509 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0970171 |
Gordon Heights is a small community in New York. It is known as a hamlet and a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's a small area with a name, but it's not officially a town or city. Gordon Heights is located in the Town of Brookhaven, which is in Suffolk County, on Long Island. In 2020, about 3,981 people lived there.
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History of Gordon Heights
Gordon Heights began in the early 1920s. A developer named Louis Fife offered land to people living in New York City. He visited neighborhoods like Harlem, Brooklyn, and The Bronx. He wanted to offer them a chance for a better life on Long Island.
Land was offered for a very low price. People could pay as little as $10 down and $10 each month or week. Many people started moving to Long Island in 1927. The community was named after "Pop" Gordon. He used to own most of the land where Gordon Heights now stands.
In 1945, a group called the Gordon Heights Progressive Association was formed. This group helped local residents with their needs. It also led to the creation of the Gordon Heights Fire Department.
Geography and Location
Gordon Heights is a small area. According to the United States Census Bureau, it covers about 4.5 square kilometers (1.7 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 0.04 square kilometers (0.01 square miles), is water.
People and Population
Population Numbers
The number of people living in Gordon Heights has changed over time. In 2010, there were 4,042 people. By 2020, the population was 3,981.
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| 2010 | 4,042 | — | |
| 2020 | 3,981 | −1.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 2010 2020 |
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Community Life
In 2000, there were 3,094 people living in Gordon Heights. There were 856 households, which are groups of people living together. Many households had children under 18. The average household had about 3.5 people.
The community is diverse, with people from many different backgrounds. The median age in 2000 was 31 years old. This means half the people were younger than 31, and half were older.
Education in Gordon Heights
School District
All of Gordon Heights is part of the Longwood Central School District. This district provides public education for students in the area.
Library Services
Gordon Heights is also part of the Longwood Library District. This means residents can use the services and resources of the Longwood Library.
Transportation Options
Gordon Heights has local bus services. The 52A and 52B buses are operated by Suffolk County Transit. These buses connect Gordon Heights to the Central Islip train station.
The 52A bus route also goes through Coram Plaza. The 52B bus route serves the Brookhaven Town Hall. The 52A bus runs every day of the week. The 52B bus only runs on weekdays.
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