Paid Focus Groups in Long Island
Looking for paid focus groups on Long Island? Long Island has research facilities in Hicksville in Nassau County and East Quogue in the Hamptons, and many NYC studies welcome Long Island residents too. Local sessions typically pay $150–$300. Below you'll find every study open to Long Island residents that we've checked on FindPaidFocusGroup.
In-person focus groups in Long Island
Online paid studies you can join from Long Island
Online Food Products Interview – Earn $150
Online Toothbrush Interview – Earn $175
Online Lawn Mowing Study – Earn $175 Over 3 Days
Online Grocery Cart Interview – Earn $150
Online Social Media Study – Earn $400 (Interview + 2 Weeks)
Online Shopping and Home Projects Focus Group – Earn $150
Focus Group Facilities in Long Island
Paid market research in Long Island
Where Long Island focus groups take place
Market Probe International is on Duffy Avenue in Hicksville, near the Hicksville LIRR station and close to the Long Island Expressway and Northern State Parkway. On the East End, RRU Research is in East Quogue. For many more studies, Manhattan's Midtown facilities are a direct LIRR ride to Penn Station or Grand Central Madison.
How much do paid focus groups pay on Long Island?
A typical one- to two-hour focus group on Long Island pays $150–$300. NYC studies open to Long Islanders often pay $175–$350, and specialist studies can pay more. Online studies usually pay $100–$300.
Tips for getting picked on Long Island
To get picked for more paid studies on Long Island, a few simple habits make a big difference:
- Sign up with Long Island and NYC facilities. That doubles your invitations.
- Use the LIRR. Many Manhattan facilities are a short walk from Penn Station.
- Answer screeners quickly. Popular studies fill within a day.
- Add online studies. Nationwide studies are open to New York residents.
Focus groups in Long Island
Paid focus groups and research studies on Long Island recruit participants for consumer discussions, product research, taste tests and interviews. You apply online, answer a short screener, and if you qualify, a recruiter books you into a paid session. Many studies in New York City are also open to Long Island residents.
What they pay
| Online survey (15–30 min) | $5–$50 |
| In-person focus group (60–90 min) | $75–$250 |
| 1-on-1 interview (60 min) | $100–$300 |
| Product test | $50–$150 + product |
| Professional & specialist studies | $250–$975 |
Long Island focus groups FAQ
How much do paid focus groups pay on Long Island?
Most in-person focus groups on Long Island pay $150–$300 for one to two hours. Online studies usually pay $100–$300.
Where are the focus group facilities on Long Island?
Market Probe International is in Hicksville (Nassau County) and RRU Research is in East Quogue. Full addresses are in the facilities section on this page.
Can Long Island residents join NYC focus groups?
Yes. Most Manhattan studies accept people from Long Island, Westchester and New Jersey, as long as you can get to the facility.
How do I get paid?
Usually by cash, check, prepaid card or digital gift card, either at the end of the session or shortly after. Each study listing says how its incentive is paid.
Are Long Island focus groups legit?
Yes, when they come from established research facilities. A real study will never ask you to pay a fee, buy gift cards or share bank logins to take part.