Where is Dix Hills, New York, USA?

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Where is Dix Hills Located? - Dix Hills is a city located in the Suffolk County of New York, United States. Dix Hills lies between 59.7796135 Degrees North latitudes and 151.842265 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Dix Hills, New York

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Where is Dix Hills Located?

Dix Hills is a city located in the Suffolk County of New York, United States. Dix Hills lies between 59.7796135 Degrees North latitudes and 151.842265 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Dix Hills city is 26180 people and the city has a total area of 15.94 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Dix Hills, New York Quick Facts

PropertyDetails
CommunityDix Hills (Census-Designated Place)
CountySuffolk County
StateNew York
State CapitalAlbany
US RegionNortheastern United States
Latitude40.8048°N
Longitude73.3362°W
Elevation259 ft (79 m)
Land Area15.94 sq mi
Water Area0.03 sq mi
Total Area15.97 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)26,180
Population DensityAbout 1,643 per sq mi
ZIP Code11746
Area Code631, 934
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST), UTC -5
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT), UTC -4
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code36-20742
Congressional DistrictNew York's 2nd Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Dix Hills, New York

  • Huntington Station, New York - North - 5 mi
  • Melville, New York - West - 4 mi
  • Deer Park, New York - South - 5 mi
  • Commack, New York - East - 5 mi
  • Brentwood, New York - Southeast - 7 mi
  • East Northport, New York - North - 7 mi
  • North Babylon, New York - South - 8 mi
  • Smithtown, New York - East - 11 mi
  • Hicksville, New York - West - 14 mi
  • Mineola, New York - Southwest - 22 mi

Dix Hills, New York Climate and Weather Overview

MonthAvg High (°F)Avg Low (°F)Avg Rainfall (in)
January39243.6
April58414.0
July83684.2
October65494.1
Annual614648.0
Climate AttributeDetails
Climate Classification (Köppen)Humid Subtropical (Cfa)
Annual RainfallAbout 48 inches
Annual Sunshine DaysApproximately 206 days
Hurricane/Tornado RiskLow hurricane risk; very low tornado risk
SnowfallAbout 27 inches annually

Driving Distances from Dix Hills, New York

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
MelvilleNew York48 min
Huntington StationNew York510 min
Deer ParkNew York510 min
CommackNew York510 min
BrentwoodNew York712 min
East NorthportNew York715 min
North BabylonNew York815 min
SmithtownNew York1118 min
HicksvilleNew York1422 min
MineolaNew York2230 min

Transportation and Connectivity in Dix Hills, New York

TransportationDetails
Airport NameLong Island MacArthur Airport
IATA CodeISP
PortNo commercial port
Major HighwaysNorthern State Parkway, Long Island Expressway (I-495), New York State Route 231, New York State Route 110
Train/Long Island Rail Road ServiceNearby stations at Deer Park, Huntington, and Wyandanch
Local Bus/Transit ServiceSuffolk County Transit bus service
  • Long Island Expressway (Interstate 495) provides direct access to New York City, eastern Long Island, and neighboring communities.
  • Northern State Parkway connects Dix Hills with Nassau County and western Suffolk County.
  • Nearby Long Island Rail Road stations offer regular commuter service to Penn Station, Grand Central Madison, and other destinations in New York City.
  • Long Island MacArthur Airport, about 17 miles east, provides domestic commercial flights, while John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 30 miles southwest.

Key Landmarks and Places to Visit in Dix Hills, New York

Landmark NameType
Conklin Farmhouse and BarnHistoric Site
Suffolk Y Jewish Community CenterCommunity Center
Half Hollow Hills Community LibraryPublic Library
West Hills County ParkCounty Park
Trail View State ParkState Park
Walt Whitman Birthplace State Historic SiteHistoric Site
Avalon Park & PreserveNature Preserve
Old Bethpage Village RestorationLiving History Museum
Caumsett State Historic Park PreserveState Park
AdventurelandAmusement Park

Colleges and Universities in Dix Hills, New York

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Five Towns CollegePrivateCollegeMusic, media, film, and performing arts
Farmingdale State CollegePublicCollegeTechnology, engineering, and applied sciences
Stony Brook UniversityPublicUniversityResearch, engineering, and health sciences
Hofstra UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, law, and communications
Suffolk County Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTransfer, workforce, and technical education

Waterbodies in Dix Hills, New York

Sumpwams Creek, Carlls River, Nissequogue River, Belmont Lake, Argyle Lake, Cold Spring Harbor, Long Island Sound, Great South Bay

Golf Courses in Dix Hills, New York

Dix Hills Park Golf Course, Dix Hills Golf Club, Stonebridge Golf Links & Country Club, Colonial Springs Golf Club, Timber Point Golf Course, Bergen Point Golf Course

Dix Hills, New York - Key Historical Facts

  • Dix Hills was originally settled during the 17th century as part of the Town of Huntington, with farming serving as the community's primary livelihood.
  • The area was named after Revolutionary War officer and New York politician John Adams Dix, who later served as Governor of New York and U.S. Secretary of the Treasury.
  • Throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, Dix Hills remained a rural agricultural community known for its farms, orchards, and open countryside.
  • Following World War II, suburban development transformed Dix Hills into a residential community as Long Island experienced rapid population growth.
  • The community became known for its highly regarded Half Hollow Hills Central School District, attracting families seeking quality education and suburban living.
  • Today, Dix Hills is recognized for its spacious residential neighborhoods, parks, recreational facilities, and convenient access to New York City while retaining much of its suburban character.

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