Greenport, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Greenport is a small town in New York with a population of 2,574. Residents earn $82,692 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,574 Population 2,709/sq mi density
$82,692 Median Income $53,659 per capita
$882,200 Home Value $973,800 Zillow
$2,034 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$82,692 median income, 3.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$882,200 home value, $2,034/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,692
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $882,200
213% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,034
75% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,574
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density2,709/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 63%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,692
Per Capita$53,659
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$16,096M
Commute23 min

Housing

F
Home Value$882,200
Rent$2,034
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$973,800

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI36 (Good)
Elevation10 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+80.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute23 min
EV Stations3
Libraries20

Is Greenport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenport receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Greenport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenport is $82,692, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.8% 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 Greenport is $882,200, making it a premium housing market at 213% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,034 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 10.7x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 80.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Greenport has a population of 2,574 with a density of 2,709 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.7%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

2,574
Total Population
2,709
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.8%
12% below US avg
Spanish31.2%
133% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenport is $82,692, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Greenport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,692
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,659
Avg Weekly Wage$1,353
IRS Avg AGI$111,114

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,800
County GDP$16,096M

Business (County)

Restaurants485
Healthcare542
Retail655
Manufacturing215

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenport is $882,200, 213% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,034 (75% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $973,800.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$882,200
213% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$973,800
Median List Price$1,095,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,095,000
$/Sq Ft$500
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,034
75% 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-Occupied49.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,204
134% above US avg
Effective Rate0.93%
In Greenport, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Checkup Rate78.9%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access92.7%
Healthcare Facilities542

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Greenport has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density2,709/sq mi
Coordinates41.1024°N, 72.3668°W
County FIPS09130
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.4%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+80.3%
School Test Score5.39
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,709/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries20
Healthcare Facilities542
Restaurants485
Retail Stores655

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home8.1%

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