The comunity of West Islip is an enclave of 29,000 people living to the west of the City of Islip. Considered by many to be the best community on Long Island that's still close to New York City, Islip has become the focal point for all the goings-on in the region. Included in Islip's limits is the Long Island MacArthur Airport, which is an important satellite airport for the New York City Region.

Since Islip is the only big cheese on Long Island, it's attracted a large number of professionals who haul over to New York every day on the long 40 mile commute. It's also an area known for its summer homes since it's right on the shores of the Atlantic. West Islip, in particular, is an affluent community with a median household income of $76,000 and a median house value of $208,000. Both are well above the State average, and reflect the prosperity of the community at large.

For local residents, most amenities can be found within West Islip, and if not there, than just a few minutes away in the main city of Islip. Since New York City is only 40 miles away, it's not a big deal to travel to the Big Apple for a night on the town or a weekend getaway. However, most people from New York come to Islip either to hop on a plane at McArthur or enjoy the natural beauty of the region.