Aquebogue, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Aquebogue is a small town in New York with a population of 1,778. Residents earn $128,309 per year, which is 71% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,778 Population 467/sq mi density
$128,309 Median Income $44,431 per capita
$586,900 Home Value $788,249 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$128,309 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$586,900 home value
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $128,309
71% higher than US avg
Home Value $586,900
108% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.8%
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.1%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,778
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density467/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$128,309
Per Capita$44,431
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$586,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$788,249

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation17 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.8%
High School+91.8%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries65

Is Aquebogue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aquebogue receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Aquebogue stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aquebogue is $128,309, which is significantly higher than the national average — 71% above $75,149. This places Aquebogue among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aquebogue is $586,900, making it a premium housing market at 108% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Aquebogue experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Aquebogue has a population of 1,778 with a density of 467 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%).

Population

1,778
Total Population
467
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
3.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Aquebogue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.7%
50% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aquebogue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aquebogue is $128,309, which is 71% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Aquebogue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$128,309
71% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,431
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% 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 Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Aquebogue is $586,900, 108% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $788,249.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$586,900
108% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$788,249

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied95.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Aquebogue, 30.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.1%
6% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression17.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146

Crime Rates: Aquebogue vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

Aquebogue has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation17 ft (5 m)
Area3.8 sq mi (9.9 km²)
Population Density467/sq mi
Coordinates40.9440°N, 72.6154°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.8%
9% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density467/sq mi
Total Area3.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

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 Commute23.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

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