Lake Grove, New York facts for kids
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Lake Grove, New York
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| Incorporated Village of Lake Grove | |
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 Lake Grove, New York
Location in Long Island
Lake Grove, New York
Location in New York
Lake Grove, New York
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Suffolk |
| Town | Brookhaven |
| Incorporated | September 9, 1968 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.95 sq mi (7.63 km2) |
| • Land | 2.95 sq mi (7.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,072 |
| • Density | 3,758.32/sq mi (1,450.92/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern Time Zone) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 |
| ZIP Code |
11755
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| Area code(s) | 631, 934 |
| FIPS code | 36-40530 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0954916 |
Lake Grove is a small village located in Suffolk County, New York, within the larger Town of Brookhaven in New York. In 2020, about 11,072 people lived there.
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A Look at Lake Grove's Past
Early Settlement and First Buildings
People first settled in the Lake Grove area in the early 1700s. They built homes along Middle Country Road, which was once an old path used by Native Americans. The first church, the First Congregational Church of New Village, was built in 1818. This historic building is now on the National Register of Historic Places. You can even see it pictured on the village's official seal!
In 1870, Lake Grove got its first post office. Mail was delivered by horse and wagon from a nearby train station. Over the years, the area had many different names like Lakeland and Lakeville. It finally became known as Lake Grove in the mid-1800s. This name was chosen because of the many groves of trees near Lake Ronkonkoma.
Growth and New Developments
In the early 1900s, Lake Ronkonkoma became a popular spot for fun and relaxation. This led to many small summer houses being built in Lake Grove. In 1921, a new post office opened in the eastern part of the area, which was named Centereach.
More homes were built, and Lake Grove's population grew quickly. In 1954, a new road called Nesconset Highway was built. This road created a major business area in Lake Grove. The Smith Haven Mall was built there in 1968. This brought more businesses and traffic, which made local residents concerned about their community.
Becoming an Incorporated Village
To gain more control over local planning and development, the residents decided to make Lake Grove an official village. This process is called "incorporation." On September 9, 1968, the community voted to become the Incorporated Village of Lake Grove.
Where is Lake Grove?
Lake Grove is located in Suffolk County, New York. It covers an area of about 2.95 square miles (7.63 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water inside the village limits.
Who Lives in Lake Grove?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 8,133 | — | |
| 1980 | 9,692 | 19.2% | |
| 1990 | 9,612 | −0.8% | |
| 2000 | 10,250 | 6.6% | |
| 2010 | 11,163 | 8.9% | |
| 2020 | 11,072 | −0.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 10,250 people living in Lake Grove. About 3,419 households and 2,742 families called the village home. The population density was about 3,436 people per square mile.
Most people living in Lake Grove were White (91.31%). There were also smaller groups of African American (1.44%), Asian (4.93%), and other races. About 4.84% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 38.7% of households had children under 18. Most households (66.8%) were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.98 people. The median age in the village was 35 years old. This means half the people were younger than 35, and half were older.
The average income for a household in Lake Grove was about $67,174 per year. For families, the average income was about $73,065.
Schools in Lake Grove
Students in Lake Grove attend schools in three different school districts:
- The Sachem School District serves the southern part of the village.
- The Middle Country Central School District covers the middle and northern sections.
- The Three Village Central School District is in the northeastern part.
Lake Grove's Economy
A big part of Lake Grove's economy comes from the Smith Haven Mall. About half of the mall's property is located within the village. This brings jobs and businesses to the area.
Famous People from Lake Grove
- Jon Bellion – A talented singer-songwriter, record producer, and rapper.
- Arthur H. Howell – An important expert on mammals.
- Alycia Lane – A well-known television journalist.
- Joe Scally – A professional soccer player who plays for a team in Germany.
See also
In Spanish: Lake Grove (Nueva York) para niños
