The community of Coram in the town of Brookhaven is proud of its distinctive identity and its reputation as a center of recreation and entertainment. The prosperity that marked the area in its early development has continued over the decades. Coram homes and properties boast impressive values, and residents enjoy a median income well above the national average. Fine restaurants as well as family game and fun centers abound in Coram, from bowling lanes to laser tag and paintball. The town park is unique on Long Island, providing more than 80 acres of lush woods for public or private use. Groups can reserve the area for private parties and events. Many residents of Coram are employed in the healthcare industry, since three major hospitals are located close to home.