Hauppauge

About Hauppauge

Nestled in the center of Long Island, Hauppauge is a census-designated community in Suffolk County located about 45 miles east of New York City. Around 20,000 people reside in the hamlet, whose borders lie within the towns of Islip and Smithtown.

With its highly-rated public schools, easy access to recreational activities, and ample employment and transportation options, Hauppauge offers young professionals, families, and retirees a coveted place to call home.

Living and Working in Hauppauge

The hamlet’s convenient location provides easy access to beaches, suburban amenities, plus the vibrant culture of nearby New York City. As you’d imagine, whether you rent or own, housing prices in this location are double the national average. Most residents own their own homes. Many national and international companies are headquartered in Hauppauge, in sectors such as internet software and services, communications, financial services and investments, pharmaceuticals, electronics, and manufacturing. Known for Hauppauge Industrial Park, which is the largest on Long Island and provides for a lower tax rate. Many Suffolk County Government offices are also located in Hauppauge. Other residents pursue careers in New York City, by commuting, working remotely, or a hybrid of the two.

Things to Do in Hauppauge

In historic Blydenburgh County Park, you can camp, fish, launch your kayak in Stump Pond, walk the swampland boardwalk trail, and ride horses. Locals and visitors alike enjoy touring Blydenburgh Farm and New Mill Historic District. Just outside Hauppauge you can explore the great outdoors at Connetquot River State Park Preserve and Caleb Smith State Park Preserve for its nature trails, fly fishing the Nissequogue River, and bird-watching. Avid golfers have numerous options for playing a round close by. Day trips to Sunken Island State Park on Long Island Sound to the north, or Jones Beach and Fire Island National Seashore on the Atlantic Ocean to the south are just a few options for enjoying surrounding waters.

Hauppauge Transportation

Hauppauge's excellent transportation infrastructure ensures easy travel within and outside the hamlet. Long Island Expressway/I-495, Northern State Parkway, Nesconset Highway/Smithtown By-Pass, and Veterans Memorial Highway run through or just outside its borders. Suffolk County Transit provides local bus lines. And nearby Long Island Railroad stations are in Central Islip, Brentwood, and Smithtown.

Hauppauge Schools

Hauppauge Union Free School District is renowned for its exceptional public schools, offering top-notch education from kindergarten through high school. The award-winning schools prioritize academic excellence, student development, and a wide range of extracurricular activities and resources. Suffolk County Community College is nearby, as well.

Hauppauge residents benefit from a high quality of life with diverse housing options, excellent schools, and a thriving job market. Its central location on Long Island and proximity to New York City make it a highly desirable location set in a beautiful landscape.