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Amagansett, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Amagansett is a small town in New York with a population of 651. Residents earn $172,241 per year, which is 129% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
651 Population 99/sq mi density
$172,241 Median Income $119,926 per capita
$1,761,600 Home Value $2,948,841 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$172,241 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$1,761,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
70.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $172,241
129% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,761,600
525% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 70.4%
109% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.1%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

How Amagansett Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population651
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density99/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$172,241
Per Capita$119,926
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute40 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,761,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,948,841
Housing Units1,657
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity27.1%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking7.4%
Depression16.9%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+70.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+31.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute40 min
Broadband55.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries65

Is Amagansett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Amagansett receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Amagansett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Amagansett is $172,241, which is significantly higher than the national average — 129% above $75,149. This places Amagansett among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Amagansett is $1,761,600, making it a premium housing market at 525% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Amagansett is a highly educated community — 70.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Amagansett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 26.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Amagansett has a population of 651 with a density of 99 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

651
Total Population
99
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Amagansett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Amagansett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Amagansett is $172,241, which is 129% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Amagansett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$172,241
129% above US avg
Per Capita Income$119,926
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)56,343
County GDP$139,014M

Business (County)

Restaurants4,024
Healthcare5,146
Retail6,106
Manufacturing1,670

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Amagansett is $1,761,600, 525% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,948,841.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,761,600
525% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,948,841

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$1,300
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Zillow Rent (ZORI)$48,667
Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units1,657
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate0.72%
In Amagansett, 27.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 7.4% are current smokers. 16.9% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Amagansett vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.1%
16% below US avg
Diabetes6.6%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD3.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.4%
47% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression16.9%
Mental Distress14.0%
Physical Distress9.1%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.4%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.9%
Dental Visits71.8%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Amagansett has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall26.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density99/sq mi
Coordinates40.9834°N, 72.1301°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 70.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (109% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin. 55.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+70.4%
109% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+31.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density99/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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