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West Babylon is a hamlet and census-designated place (CDP) in the Town of Babylon in Suffolk County, New York, United States. The population was 43,213 at the 2010 census.

West Babylon is located at 40°42′30′′N 73°19′45′′W (40.708268, -73.329103).

History

West Babylon has its origins in the 1850s as a community of people looking to escape from the crowded city life in New York City. The town was formally incorporated in 1893. For more history on West Babylon, visit the Town of Babylon website.

Population

According to the 2020 census, the population of West Babylon was 43,213. West Babylon is the most populous census-designated place (CDP) in New York.

Economy

Some of the major employers in West Babylon include Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (125 Hospital Road, Southampton NY 11968, Phone: 631-726-8200), Farmingdale State College (2350 Broadhollow Rd, Farmingdale, NY 11735, Phone: 631-420-2000), and ADP (1 ADP Blvd, Roseland, NJ 07068, Phone: 800-225-5237). Many residents also commute to jobs located in nearby areas such as Farmingdale, Melville, and Hauppauge.

For more information on the economy and job opportunities in West Babylon, visit the Suffolk County Department of Labor website.

Landmarks

Robert Moses State Park

Robert Moses State Park is a 866-acre state park located on the western tip of Fire Island, near West Babylon. The park contains wide beaches, a five-mile bike trail, surf fishing, and a lighthouse.

Address: 700 Robert Moses State Pkwy, Babylon, NY 11702

GPS Coordinates: 40°37'45.0"N 73°16'18.0"W

Belmont Lake State Park

Belmont Lake State Park is a 222 acre state park located in West Babylon. The park offers biking, hiking, fishing, rowboats, kayaks, and cross-country skiing.

Address: Southern State Pkwy Exit 38, West Babylon, NY 11704

GPS Coordinates: 40°43'2.05"N 73°19'40.08"W

Argyle Lake Park

Argyle Lake Park is a 76 acre town park located in West Babylon. The park features a spring-fed lake for fishing, walking trails, athletic fields, and a playground.

Address: 50 Argyle Lake Park Rd, West Babylon, NY 11704

GPS Coordinates: 40°42'28.4"N 73°20'11.0"W

Public Library

The West Babylon Public Library serves the residents of the hamlet. The library collection contains over 250,000 items including books, magazines, DVDs, audiobooks, and more. The library hosts many events and programs for children and adults.

West Babylon Public Library

Museums

The Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum is located just outside of West Babylon in Centerport. This museum was the former home of William K. Vanderbilt II and features his marine, natural history, and ethnographic collections. The museum grounds also include nature trails and a planetarium.

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum

Public Transportation

West Babylon is served by the Suffolk County Transit bus system. Major bus routes in the area include the S1, S20, S40, and S54. The Deer Park LIRR train station provides rail service to New York City and other destinations. West Babylon is also easily accessible by car from Sunrise Highway, Southern State Parkway, and Montauk Highway.

Suffolk County Transit

Deer Park LIRR Station

Major Employers

Some of the top employers and businesses in West Babylon include:

Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center

PSEG Long Island

Fairway Market

Uncle Giuseppe's Marketplace

Walmart Supercenter

County Information

West Babylon is located in Suffolk County on Long Island. The Suffolk County seat is located in Riverhead.

Suffolk County Center

School Districts

West Babylon is served by these school districts:

West Babylon Union Free School District

Wyandanch Union Free School District

Local Resources

Here are some additional local resources and community websites for West Babylon residents:

West Babylon Facebook Page

West Babylon High School Football

West Babylon Chamber of Commerce

West Babylon Public Library

Town of Babylon