Stony Brook University
Census-designated place in Suffolk County, New York

Stony Brook University is an unincorporated community (census-designated place) in Suffolk County, New York, with 10,409 residents (2020 Census). The nearest town is Stony Brook, 0.3 miles SW.
- 10,409residents (2020 Census)
- 1.6 sq miland area · 4.3 km²
- 6,312 / sq mipopulation density
- 11790main ZIP code (2 in total)
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Stony Brook University had 10,409 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 10,409 |
|---|---|
| Density | 6,312 per sq mi (2,437 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
Stony Brook University at a glance
| State | New York (NY) |
|---|---|
| County | Suffolk County |
| Type | Census-designated place |
| Population | 10,409 (2020) |
| Land area | 1.65 sq mi (4.3 km²) |
| Coordinates | 40.9098° N, 73.1217° W |
| ZIP codes | 11790, 11794 |
| Census code (GEOID) | 3671620 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near Stony Brook University
- Stony Brook0.3 mi SW
- East Setauket1.7 mi NE
- Head of the Harbor2.2 mi W
- St. James2.8 mi SW
- Port Jefferson Station3.2 mi E
- Setauket3.2 mi N
- Nissequogue3.4 mi W
- Poquott3.4 mi NE
- Centereach3.5 mi SE
- Lake Grove3.6 mi S
- Terryville3.8 mi E
- Old Field4.0 mi N
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about Stony Brook University
What county is Stony Brook University in?
Stony Brook University is in Suffolk County, New York.
What is the population of Stony Brook University, NY?
10,409 people lived in Stony Brook University at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of Stony Brook University, NY?
The main ZIP code is 11790. Other ZIP codes: 11794.
What towns are near Stony Brook University?
Stony Brook (0.3 mi), East Setauket (1.7 mi), Head of the Harbor (2.2 mi), St. James (2.8 mi), Port Jefferson Station (3.2 mi).
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