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City	St. James
State	New York (NY)
County	Suffolk County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	40.878987
Longitude	-73.156778
Population	13,487
Density	1141.0 /km²
Incorporated	N/A
ZIP Code	11780
Area Code	516
County Seat	Riverhead
School District	Smithtown Central School District

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About St. James, New York

St. James is a locality in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It has a population of 13,487. The population density is 1141.0 people per km². St. James is located at 40.8790°N, 73.1568°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11780.

St. James holds a quiet position upon the northern landscape of Long Island, defined by a terrain that slopes gently toward the northern shore. The moisture of the maritime air travels inland from Smithtown Bay, which sits only three miles away, carrying the scent of salt and turning the evening sky a bruised, metallic violet. Just a short walk from the center, the calm waters of Mills Pond provide a reflective surface for the surrounding woodlands. The Nissequogue River winds its way through the nearby landscape, carving a path toward the distant open water. On the clearest days, one might imagine the distant silhouette of the Appalachian Mountains, though they remain far beyond the horizon, serving only as a reminder of the vast scale of the continent.

St. James began as a rural outpost where the rhythm of the seasons dictated the pace of life, long before the modern commuter rail brought the density of the city closer. The local economy evolved from the labor of the soil and the harvest of the land into a suburban center that supports a variety of small-scale commerce and professional services. Much of the land remains under the stewardship of the Town Of Smithtown Land, ensuring that patches of natural foliage persist amidst the development. Industrial activity here is modest, favoring the quiet utility of local shops and services over the clamor of large-scale manufacturing. Residents move through their days with a steady purpose, balancing the demands of modern employment with the enduring need for a slower, more deliberate existence.

Cultural character in St. James is defined by a sense of heritage that values the preservation of its older architecture and the quietude of its neighborhoods. Notable landmarks like the St. James General Store serve as pillars of the local identity, standing as a reminder of a time when the marketplace was the primary social hub. The community gathers for seasonal events that celebrate the turning of the leaves or the arrival of spring, marking time with local traditions rather than grand spectacles. Among those who have walked these streets, the architect Stanford White left a mark on the region’s aesthetic, his influence echoing in the careful design of local estates. Youngs Island remains a silent point of interest off the nearby coast, watching over the tides as the town continues its slow, measured progress through the decades.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Town Of Smithtown Land (Local Park) — 0.4 mi, 207° SW
Nature Conservancy (Local Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 287° W
Butler-Huntington Woods (Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 287° W
Butler-Huntington Woods Preserve (Conservation Area) — 0.9 mi, 287° W
TOWN OF BROOKHAVENC/O DEPT OF FINANCE Land (Local Park) — 1.2 mi, 070° E
Avalon Park (Local Conservation Area) — 1.5 mi, 007° N
Cartas Al Cielo (Public Artwork) — 2.1 mi, 012° N
9/11 Memorial: We Shall Never Forget (Monument) — 2.5 mi, 195° S
Paul Simons Memorial Bicycle Path (Monument) — 2.8 mi, 034° NE
Statue of Whisper the Bull (Monument) — 3.2 mi, 244° SW
Caleb Smith State Park Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 3.3 mi, 243° SW
Historic Lake Towers Hotel (Historic Ruins) — 3.7 mi, 150° SE
Nissequogue River State Park (Marine Protected Area) — 3.9 mi, 290° W
Governor Alfred E. Smith/Sunken Meadow State Park (Marine Protected Area) — 4.3 mi, 294° NW
Alfred E. Smith/Sunken Meadow State Park (State Park) — 4.4 mi, 308° NW
Sloth Encounters (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 4.7 mi, 216° SW
Shea Theater (Theatre) — 5.5 mi, 112° E
Muse Paintbar (Gallery) — 6.5 mi, 045° NE
PJ Cinemas (Cinema) — 6.6 mi, 065° NE
The Pennysaver Amphitheater at Bald Hill (Theatre) — 7.4 mi, 109° E
MovieLand Cinemas (Cinema) — 7.4 mi, 085° E
Chandler Estate (Historic Ruins) — 8.9 mi, 053° NE
Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 9.4 mi, 165° S · 7,995 acres
Islip Art Museum (Gallery) — 10.2 mi, 192° S
North Country Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 10.3 mi, 058° NE
Altamira (Gallery) — 10.7 mi, 196° S
Fire Island National Seashore (National Lakeshore) — 10.9 mi, 139° SE · 23k acres
Froehlich Farms Nature Preserve (Nature Reserve) — 14.7 mi, 261° W
Brookhaven Volunteer Firefighters Museum (Museum) — 15.3 mi, 083° E
Preservation Long Islannd (Museum) — 15.7 mi, 268° W

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