New York · Metropolitan Area
East Hampton is a small town in New York with a population of 1,277. Residents earn $114,375 per year, which is 52% above the national average.
Based on current data, East Hampton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. East Hampton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in East Hampton is $114,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 52% above $75,149. This places East Hampton among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
The median home value in East Hampton is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 17.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
East Hampton is a highly educated community — 68.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
East Hampton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 26.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 80.4% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.6% |
| 46% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $114,375 |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $133,992 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,522 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $113,245 |
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.9% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 56,343 |
| County GDP | $139,014M |
| Restaurants | 4,024 |
| Healthcare | 5,146 |
| Retail | 6,106 |
| Manufacturing | 1,670 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.63% |
| Commute Time | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.7% |
| Census Median | $2,000,001 |
| 609% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,999,006 |
| Median List Price | $399,900 |
| Median List Price | $399,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $874 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.2% |
| Price Drops | 8.3% |
| Inventory | 12 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,500 |
| 115% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $44,284 |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 74.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $12,682 |
| 262% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.63% |
| Obesity | 27.8% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.1% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 4.0% |
| Stroke | 2.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.5% |
| Depression | 17.4% |
| Mental Distress | 14.3% |
| Physical Distress | 9.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 6,453/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,146 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 154 |
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.8 inches |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 26.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 268/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9515°N, 72.1961°W |
| County FIPS | 36103 |
Winner: Republican by 10 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 68.5% |
| 103% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 268/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 5 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 65 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5,146 |
| Restaurants | 4,024 |
| Retail Stores | 6,106 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 154 |
| Avg Commute | 22.4 min |
| Work from Home | 16.7% |