East Patchogue, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

East Patchogue is a small city in New York with a population of 21,364. Residents earn $107,721 per year, which is 43% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
21,364 Population 2,568/sq mi density
$107,721 Median Income $51,042 per capita
$459,200 Home Value
$1,863 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$107,721 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$459,200 home value, $1,863/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $107,721
43% higher than US avg
Home Value $459,200
63% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.1%
4% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,863
60% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.9%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population21,364
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density2,568/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

A+
Median Income$107,721
Per Capita$51,042
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$459,200
Rent$1,863
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain44.2 in/yr
Elevation29 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.1%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries65

Is East Patchogue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Patchogue receives an overall livability score of 4.3 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. East Patchogue stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Patchogue is $107,721, which is significantly higher than the national average — 43% above $75,149. This places East Patchogue among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Patchogue is $459,200, making it a premium housing market at 63% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,863 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

East Patchogue experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

East Patchogue has a population of 21,364 with a density of 2,568 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 4.9% Black.

Population

21,364
Total Population
2,568
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
8.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

East Patchogue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.1%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.9%
26% above US avg

Social Characteristics

East Patchogue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Patchogue is $107,721, which is 43% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: East Patchogue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$107,721
43% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,042
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% 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 Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in East Patchogue is $459,200, 63% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,863 (60% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$459,200
63% above US avg
Median List Price$575,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$575,000
$/Sq Ft$394
Homes Sold14
Sale-to-List Ratio101.4%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory18

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,863
60% above US avg

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-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In East Patchogue, 29.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Patchogue vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.9%
7% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress11.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

East Patchogue has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.2 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation29 ft (9 m)
Area8.3 sq mi (21.5 km²)
Population Density2,568/sq mi
Coordinates40.7700°N, 72.9818°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above 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+35.1%
4% above US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,568/sq mi
Total Area8.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home7.7%

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