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Medford

City in New York, United States

Overview

Medford, New York, is a suburban community on Long Island, blending residential tranquility with easy access to natural parks and local businesses. The city offers a convenient lifestyle for families, professionals, and outdoor enthusiasts, with proximity to major transit routes and the region's scenic lakes. Its blend of suburban charm and local culture makes it an inviting destination for visitors seeking a laid-back pace near New York's bustle.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
United States
State
New York
Population
85,824
Time Zone
America/New_York
Coordinates
40.82°, -73.00°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
73
Female Safety
72
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
78
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$3,645
Local Cost
$2,710
Local Income
$4,200
Cashless
87
English
100
Temperature
11.6°C
Summer Avg
22.1°C
Winter Avg
1.2°C
Record High
36.1°C
Record Low
-17.1°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
1205 mm
Internet Speed
199 Mbps
Upload
125 Mbps
Latency
10 ms
City Vibrancy
3
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
3
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
ISP
Distance
9 km

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Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 16 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 77/100.

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