Syosset, New York facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Syosset
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Jackson Avenue in Syosset's downtown in 2021.
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"Together We Will Make a Difference"
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Location in Nassau County and the state of New York
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 Syosset
Location in Long Island
Syosset
Location in New York
Syosset
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County |  Nassau County, New York |
| Town | Oyster Bay |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.97 sq mi (12.89 km2) |
| • Land | 4.97 sq mi (12.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 217 ft (66 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 19,259 |
| • Density | 3,871.16/sq mi (1,494.65/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Codes |
11773, 11791
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| Area code(s) | 516 |
| FIPS code | 36-72554 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0970692 |
Syosset is a small community called a hamlet and a census-designated place in Nassau County, New York. It is located on the North Shore of Long Island. In 2020, about 19,259 people lived there.
Syosset has its own train station, post office, and school district. It also has a public library and a fire department. These services help the community run smoothly every day.
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Where is Syosset Located?
Syosset covers an area of about 5 square miles (12.89 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Over the years, Syosset's borders have changed a bit. For example, it took in the area known as Locust Grove for the 1990 census. It also gained some land from Muttontown and lost some to Laurel Hollow between 2000 and 2010.
Syosset is about 32 miles (51 km) east of Midtown Manhattan in New York City. It is easy to get to New York City from Syosset by train using the LIRR or by car on the Long Island Expressway.
Syosset shares its borders with several other communities. To the north are Oyster Bay and Laurel Hollow. To the east is Woodbury. To the south, you'll find Plainview and Hicksville. Finally, to the west are Jericho and Muttontown.
Who Lives in Syosset?
The population of Syosset has grown over time. Here's how it has changed:
- 1990: 18,967 people
- 2000: 18,544 people
- 2010: 18,829 people
- 2020: 19,259 people
In 2020, there were 19,259 people living in Syosset. Most people lived in families, with about 6,170 households in total. The community is very diverse. About 62.7% of residents were White, and 31.4% were Asian. Many people in Syosset also have Jewish or Italian backgrounds.
About 35.4% of people in Syosset speak a language other than English at home. The most common languages spoken are Chinese and Korean.
The average age of people in Syosset was 41 years old. About 26% of the population was under 18 years old. Most households were made up of married couples living together.
Syosset is known for being a wealthy community. In 2020, the average income for a family was about $223,508 per year. The average value of a home was around $944,786.
Syosset Fire Department
The Syosset Fire Department (SFD) helps keep the community safe. It is made up entirely of volunteers, which means people give their time for free to help others. The department has five fire companies and one EMS (Emergency Medical Services) company.
The SFD operates from three fire stations in the area. They cover a large area of 14.4 square miles. This makes it the biggest coverage area in Nassau County. They have many vehicles, including fire engines, trucks, rescue vehicles, and ambulances.
Famous People from Syosset
Many well-known people have lived in or come from Syosset. Here are a few:
- Judd Apatow: A famous screenwriter and film producer.
- Sue Bird: A highly successful basketball player who won many championships and Olympic medals.
- Elaine Chao: She used to be the US Secretary of Transportation.
- Alfred Hershey: A scientist who won the Nobel Prize for his work in genetics.
- Idina Menzel: A talented actress and singer, known for her work on Broadway and in movies.
- Natalie Portman: A very famous actress who has won many awards.
- Aesop Rock: A popular hip-hop musician.
- Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo: A well-known sportscaster and sports journalist.
- Rob Scuderi: An NHL player who won the Stanley Cup.
Syosset in Movies and Books
Syosset has been mentioned in several popular books and movies:
- The book The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt takes place in Syosset in 1967.
- In the movie Mr. Deeds, the character played by Winona Ryder says she is from Syosset.
- The movie New York Minute shows Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen's characters living in Syosset with their father.
- The TV show Secrets and Wives features wealthy women from Syosset and other nearby towns.
- An asteroid, 250774 Syosset, was named after the hamlet in 2005.
- In the TV series Gossip Girl, a character mentions turning down a sponsorship from a strip mall in Syosset.
- The show Only Murders in the Building has a character who mentions a wedding in Syosset.
- In the film Bad Education, Syosset's school district is mentioned as a competitor to a nearby school district.
See also
In Spanish: Syosset para niños
