New York · Metropolitan Area
Montauk is a small town in New York with a population of 4,073. Residents earn $129,375 per year, which is 72% above the national average.
Based on current data, Montauk 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Montauk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Montauk is $129,375, which is significantly higher than the national average — 72% above $75,149. This places Montauk among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
The median home value in Montauk is $1,186,400, making it a premium housing market at 321% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,061 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.
Educational attainment is solid, with 48.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Montauk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
| English Only | 90.9% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 9.1% |
| 32% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $129,375 |
| 72% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $86,607 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,206 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $107,904 |
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.5% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,814 |
| County GDP | $9,768M |
| Restaurants | 466 |
| Healthcare | 350 |
| Retail | 493 |
| Manufacturing | 133 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $7,752 |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.65% |
| Commute Time | 26.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.4% |
| Public Transit | 4.7% |
| Work from Home | 20.0% |
| Census Median | $1,186,400 |
| 321% above US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $1,958,052 |
| Median List Price | $2,722,500 |
| Median List Price | $2,722,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $541 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.8% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 14 |
| Census Median Rent | $2,061 |
| 77% above US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $33,963 |
| Rent Burden | 30.6% |
| Studio | $1,215 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,315 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,579 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,976 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,193 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $7,752 |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 0.65% |
| Obesity | 28.8% |
| 10% below US avg | |
| Diabetes | 7.5% |
| Heart Disease | 4.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.5% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 4.2% |
| Stroke | 2.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 16.7% |
| Mental Distress | 14.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.3% |
| Premature Death | 5,474/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 95.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 350 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.3 inches |
| 17% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 72 ft (22 m) |
| Area | 18.5 sq mi (47.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0475°N, 71.9464°W |
| County FIPS | 44009 |
Winner: Democrat by 15 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 48.9% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| High School+ | 96.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.39 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 220/sq mi |
| Total Area | 18.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.1% |
| EV Charging Stations | 7 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 8 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 350 |
| Restaurants | 466 |
| Retail Stores | 493 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 182 |
| Avg Commute | 26.3 min |
| Drive Alone | 67.4% |
| Public Transit | 4.7% |
| Work from Home | 20.0% |