Sag Harbor, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Sag Harbor is a small town in New York with a population of 2,449. Residents earn $154,583 per year, which is 106% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,449 Population 1,368/sq mi density
$154,583 Median Income $103,890 per capita
$1,516,800 Home Value $2,176,657 Zillow
$3,501 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$154,583 median income, 0.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.1 / 5.0
$1,516,800 home value, $3,501/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
66.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $154,583
106% higher than US avg
Home Value $1,516,800
438% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 66.7%
98% higher than US avg
Median Rent $3,501
201% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.7%
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,449
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density1,368/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$154,583
Per Capita$103,890
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute21 min

Housing

F
Home Value$1,516,800
Rent$3,501
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,176,657

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.0%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation40 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+66.7%
High School+97.0%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute21 min
EV Stations3
Libraries65

Is Sag Harbor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sag Harbor 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. Sag Harbor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sag Harbor is $154,583, which is significantly higher than the national average — 106% above $75,149. This places Sag Harbor among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sag Harbor is $1,516,800, making it a premium housing market at 438% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $3,501 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 9.8x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Sag Harbor is a highly educated community — 66.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sag Harbor 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.

Sag Harbor has a population of 2,449 with a density of 1,368 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

2,449
Total Population
1,368
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Sag Harbor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sag Harbor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sag Harbor is $154,583, which is 106% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Sag Harbor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$154,583
106% above US avg
Per Capita Income$103,890
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% 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 Rate0.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home27.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sag Harbor is $1,516,800, 438% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $3,501 (201% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,176,657.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1,516,800
438% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,176,657

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$3,501
201% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$36,636

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-Occupied82.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate0.84%
In Sag Harbor, 27.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.0% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sag Harbor vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.7%
14% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD3.6%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression17.0%
Mental Distress14.2%
Physical Distress9.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate80.4%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

Sag Harbor has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.8 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall26.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation40 ft (12 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density1,368/sq mi
Coordinates40.9943°N, 72.2885°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 66.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% 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+66.7%
98% above US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,368/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home27.0%

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