Suffolk County
Your comprehensive guide to Suffolk County government, elected officials, and the 18-member County Legislature.
Suffolk County is the easternmost county on Long Island and the largest by land area. Stretching from the suburban western towns to the rural and resort communities of the East End, Suffolk encompasses 10 towns with dramatically different characters — from the bustling suburbs of Huntington to the vineyards of Southold and the beaches of the Hamptons.
Key Facts
- Population
- ~1,525,000
- County Seat
- Riverhead
- Municipalities
- 10 Towns
- Legislature
- 18 Districts
- Area
- 912 sq mi
- Founded
- 1683
County-Wide Elected Officials
Executive and administrative leadership of Suffolk County
Suffolk County Legislature
18 districts representing all of Suffolk County
Trish Bergin
County Legislator
Suffolk Co.
Stephanie Bontempi
County Legislator
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Nick Caracappa
County Legislator
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Steven Flotteron
County Legislator
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Leslie Kennedy
County Legislator
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James Mazzarella
County Legislator
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Kevin McCaffrey
County Legislator
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Anthony Piccirillo
County Legislator
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Jason Richberg
County Legislator
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Jonathon Schneider
County Legislator
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Anthony Senft
County Legislator
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Robert Trotta
County Legislator
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Suffolk County Towns
10 towns from the western suburbs to the East End
Town of Babylon
A South Shore town with a bustling downtown, diverse communities, and waterfront access along the Great South Bay.
Town of Brookhaven
The largest town in Suffolk County and in New York State by area, home to Stony Brook University and Brookhaven National Laboratory.
Town of East Hampton
An iconic South Fork town known for its historic villages, pristine beaches, and role as a premier destination in the Hamptons.
Town of Huntington
A vibrant North Shore town with a thriving downtown, cultural institutions, and a rich colonial history.
Town of Islip
A large South Shore town that is home to Long Island MacArthur Airport and numerous waterfront communities.
Town of Riverhead
The county seat of Suffolk County, situated at the gateway to the North and South Forks, with a growing downtown and agricultural heritage.
Town of Shelter Island
A small island town between the North and South Forks accessible only by ferry, known for its natural beauty and Mashomack Preserve.
Town of Smithtown
A North Shore town known for its excellent school districts, parks, and the legend of the bull that defined its borders.
Town of Southampton
A South Fork town encompassing many of the famed Hamptons communities, with a history dating to 1640 as one of the oldest English settlements in New York.
Town of Southold
The North Fork town celebrated for its vineyards, farmlands, and maritime traditions. Founded in 1640, it is one of the oldest towns in New York.