Westhampton, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Westhampton is a small town in New York with a population of 3,702. Residents earn $131,125 per year, which is 74% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,702 Population 292/sq mi density
$131,125 Median Income $62,347 per capita
$980,400 Home Value $1,352,535 Zillow
$1,872 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$131,125 median income, 2.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$980,400 home value, $1,872/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $131,125
74% higher than US avg
Home Value $980,400
248% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.0%
54% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,872
61% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.8%
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,702
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 75%

Economy

A+
Median Income$131,125
Per Capita$62,347
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$139,014M
Commute25 min

Housing

C
Home Value$980,400
Rent$1,872
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,352,535

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression16.7%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation69 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.0%
High School+92.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Libraries65

Is Westhampton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Westhampton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. 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. Westhampton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Westhampton is $131,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 74% above $75,149. This places Westhampton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Westhampton is $980,400, making it a premium housing market at 248% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,872 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.5x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Westhampton is a highly educated community — 52.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Westhampton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Westhampton has a population of 3,702 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75%), with 6.1% Black.

Population

3,702
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
12.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Westhampton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westhampton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westhampton is $131,125, which is 74% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Westhampton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$131,125
74% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,347
Avg Weekly Wage$1,522
IRS Avg AGI$113,245

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% 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 Rate1.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Westhampton is $980,400, 248% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,872 (61% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,352,535.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$980,400
248% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,352,535
Median List Price$1,760,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,760,000
$/Sq Ft$763
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops16.1%
Inventory31

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,872
61% above US avg

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-Occupied92.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,682
262% above US avg
Effective Rate1.29%
In Westhampton, 27.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 16.7% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.8%
13% below US avg
Diabetes7.0%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure25.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression16.7%
Mental Distress14.3%
Physical Distress9.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate79.4%
Premature Death6,453/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Safety Score

Westhampton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area12.7 sq mi (32.8 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates40.8468°N, 72.6599°W
County FIPS36103
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 52.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% 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+52.0%
54% above US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score5.39
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area12.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries65
Healthcare Facilities5,146
Restaurants4,024
Retail Stores6,106

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home17.6%

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