211,021
78%
$100,580
29.4%
America/New_York
11704 11798 11726 11729 11757 11701 11702 11703 11735
Show More
The WikiXM 'Babylon' platform is your gateway to becoming an active part of our vibrant community, regardless of your age or how long you've called 'Babylon' home. It's more than just a news platform; it's a thriving hub where the collective wisdom of every 'Babylon' resident converges to ignite discussions, foster learning, and empower one another with knowledge about our beloved town.
Here in 'Babylon', we have a diverse tapestry of residents. Some have roots that run deep, their knowledge steeped in the rich history of our town. Others are students, dedicated to keeping us updated on school activities, while many are committed to sharing the ebb and flow of daily life.
What's more, from a civic and political perspective, there are countless opportunities for you to join in. Many in our community offer updates on policies and decisions, offering their unique insights. This platform is where all these local perspectives meld together, creating a better place for everyone to live, regardless of your age or how long you've been a part of 'Babylon'.
So, whether you're a long-time resident or a newcomer, young or old, WikiXM is your invitation to dive into the heart of our community, to engage, and help us all create a more vibrant, inclusive, and connected 'Babylon'. Join us and let's make a difference together!
Babylon, NY - History
We would like to provide the residents of Babylon a basic history overview.
Welcome to the Babylon Home page. The Babylon Home page provides as much information as possible on Babylon. Knowing Babylon’s history is essential to guiding its future. Within Babylon’s Home page, you will also find Babylon’s Founders, Holiday, and Birthday sections.
Babylon has a population of 211021. 48.7% of Babylon’s inhabitants are Male, and 51.3 are female. 47.5% of Babylon is married and 78.1% own their own home. The Average Home price is $375,085, and the average rent is $1,749. Household median income in Babylon is $100,580, and the individual median income is $40,010. Babylon’s Ethnic is the following: White(65.8%), Hispanic(21.5%), Black(17.3%), Other(7.9%), Multiple(5.2%), Asian(3.2%), Native(0.5%).
As of the census of 2000, there were 211,792 people, 69,048 households, and 52,407 families residing in the town. The population density was 4,050.0 people per square mile (1,563.8/km2). There were 71,186 housing units at an average density of 1,361.3 per square mile (525.6/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 76.34% White, 15.65% Black or African American, 0.27% Native American, 1.89% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 3.36% from other races, and 2.47% from two or more races.
10.05% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 69,048 households, out of which 35.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.6% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.1% were non-families. 19.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.
The average household size was 3.03 and the average family size was 3.45. In the town, the population was spread out, with 26.0% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 32.4% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.0 males.
For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.3 males. The median income for a household in the town was $60,064, and the median income for a family was $66,261. Males had a median income of $45,160 versus $32,062 for females. The per capita income for the town was $22,844. 6.7% of the population and 4.6% of families were below the poverty line.
Out of the total population, 7.4% of those under the age of 18 and 7.4% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.
With various live chat features, you can engage with locals in a virtual conversation.
Create & post topics in "town" you love like Sports, Entertainment
Ask questions about local services, where to find local activies or get other local advice from those that live in your town.
Create a local group in an area of your interest like Mt. Bikiing, Hiking, a book group.
See what we've included about your town and how can get to know your towns history much better and participate in its future.
The Babylon, NY founder's page is dedicated to those people in the Babylon, NY area that initially made the Babylon, NY WikiXM news a reality. Without their initiative, foresight and social fortitude the Babylon, NY WikiXM news would not have happened.
No Founding Member in Babylon, NY.
The Babylon, NY founder's page is dedicated to those people in the Babylon, NY area that initially made the Babylon, NY WikiXM news a reality. Without their initiative, foresight and social fortitude the Babylon, NY WikiXM news would not have happened.
One doctor accidentally chopped off part of a newborn’s left index finger during a delivery. He also attacked two nurses who vividly described how ... Read more
Despite some December jitters, the stock market has jumped more than 24% this year and Wall Street profits are likely to climb by almost 70%. The res... Read more
The Babylon, NY's Reporters play an important role in keeping their communities informed. They investigate stories, write articles, and inform the public about what is happening in their area.
No Reporters in Babylon, NY.
Start a discussion, not a fire. Post with kindness.
Sign in Now to take part in the Live Chat