Southampton, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Southampton is a small town in New York with a population of 4,557. Residents earn $177,045 per year, which is 136% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
4,557 Population 699/sq mi density
$177,045 Median Income $159,875 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value $2,151,864 Zillow
$2,180 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$177,045 median income, 6.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value, $2,180/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
65.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $177,045
136% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 65.6%
95% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,180
87% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,557
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density699/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$177,045
Per Capita$159,875
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$2,000,001
Rent$2,180
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$2,151,864

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.0%
Heart Disease4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation23 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+65.6%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute22 min
EV Stations12
Libraries65

Is Southampton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southampton is $177,045, which is significantly higher than the national average — 136% above $75,149. This places Southampton among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southampton is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $2,180 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 11.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Southampton is a highly educated community — 65.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Southampton 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.

Southampton has a population of 4,557 with a density of 699 people per square mile. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%), with 7.8% Black.

Population

4,557
Total Population
699
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
6.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Southampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.1%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.9%
86% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Southampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southampton is $177,045, which is 136% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Southampton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$177,045
136% above US avg
Per Capita Income$159,875
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% 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 Rate0.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Work from Home28.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Southampton is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,180 (87% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $2,151,864.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$2,151,864
Median List Price$2,600,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$2,600,000
$/Sq Ft$1,915
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.7%
Price Drops13.3%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,180
87% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$37,027

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-Occupied84.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate0.63%
In Southampton, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.0% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes6.9%
Heart Disease4.0%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma9.7%
COPD3.4%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression16.0%
Mental Distress13.4%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate80.2%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

Southampton 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

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Area6.5 sq mi (16.9 km²)
Population Density699/sq mi
Coordinates40.8766°N, 72.4031°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 65.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% 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+65.6%
95% above US avg
High School+98.6%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density699/sq mi
Total Area6.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations12
Alt Fuel Stations12
Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Work from Home28.7%

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