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Sagaponack, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Sagaponack is a small town in New York with a population of 282. Residents earn $95,417 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
282 Population 64/sq mi density
$95,417 Median Income $216,397 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $7,526,912 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$95,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
63.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,417
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 63.3%
88% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.1%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population282
Median Age63.4 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$95,417
Per Capita$216,397
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.2%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute18 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$7,526,912
Housing Units744
Rent Burden34.2%

Health

Obesity28.1%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking8.5%
Depression18.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation35 ft (11 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+63.3%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+26.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute18 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries65

Is Sagaponack a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sagaponack receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Sagaponack offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sagaponack is $95,417, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sagaponack is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 21x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Sagaponack is a highly educated community — 63.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Sagaponack experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 26.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Sagaponack has a population of 282 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 63.4 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 16.3% Black.

Population

282
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
63.4yrs
Median Age
63% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sagaponack vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.2%
12% below US avg
Spanish30.8%
130% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sagaponack vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sagaponack is $95,417, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Sagaponack vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,417
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$216,397
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above 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
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.5 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home31.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sagaponack is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $7,526,912.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$7,526,912

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Zillow Rent (ZORI)$193,750
Rent Burden34.2%

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-Occupied91.4%
Housing Units744
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In Sagaponack, 28.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 8.5% are current smokers. 18.4% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.1%
12% below US avg
Diabetes7.4%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking8.5%
39% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression18.4%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,403
Dentists1:1,234
Mental Health1:302
Checkup Rate80.5%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.3/10
Exercise Access95.5%
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Sagaponack 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. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation35 ft (11 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.4 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates40.9309°N, 72.2687°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 63.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55%
D 45%

Winner: Republican by 10 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+63.3%
88% above US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+26.4%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.5 min
Drive Alone64.5%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home31.8%

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