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Peconic, NY

New York · South Central Connecticut Planning Region · Metropolitan Area

Peconic is a small town in New York with a population of 771. Residents earn $103,654 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
771 Population 232/sq mi density
$103,654 Median Income $43,346 per capita
$819,400 Home Value $1,200,251 Zillow
53°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$103,654 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$819,400 home value
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
48.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,654
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $819,400
191% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.5%
44% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.3%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population771
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,654
Per Capita$43,346
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$50,133M
Commute28 min

Housing

C
Home Value$819,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,200,251
Housing Units552
Rent Burden31.8%

Health

Obesity28.3%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking9.4%
Depression17.2%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation24 ft (7 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.5%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+21.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute28 min
Broadband100.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries27

Is Peconic a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Peconic receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Peconic stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Peconic is $103,654, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Peconic among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Peconic is $819,400, making it a premium housing market at 191% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.9x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Peconic experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Peconic has a population of 771 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

771
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Peconic vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.8%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.2%
24% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Peconic vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Peconic is $103,654, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Peconic vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,654
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,346
Avg Weekly Wage$1,452
IRS Avg AGI$92,750

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)20,772
County GDP$50,133M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,504
Healthcare1,906
Retail1,869
Manufacturing609

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,646
147% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone31.5%
Public Transit22.2%
Work from Home39.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Peconic is $819,400, 191% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,200,251.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$819,400
191% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,200,251

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$792
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio85.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.8%

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-Occupied87.9%
Housing Units552
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,646
147% above US avg
Effective Rate1.06%
In Peconic, 28.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 9.4% are current smokers. 17.2% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.3%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity19.8%
Depression17.2%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.4%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Mental Health1:165
Checkup Rate78.8%
Dental Visits68.2%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities1,906
Peconic has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation24 ft (7 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.6 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates41.0391°N, 72.4644°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
CountySouth Central Connecticut Planning Region County
County FIPS09170
Peconic is located in South Central Connecticut Planning Region County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 48.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59%

Winner: Democrat by 20.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.5%
44% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+21.7%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi
CountySouth Central Connecticut Planning Region County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities1,906
Restaurants1,504
Retail Stores1,869

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone31.5%
Public Transit22.2%
Work from Home39.4%

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