Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
27%
Avg Rent
$1,917
Population
8,404
Renter Mix
24% Rent
Southampton, NY sits at the edge of the Atlantic on Long Island's South Fork, where salt air and crashing waves define this storied Hamptons village that has drawn New Yorkers east for generations. Founded in 1640 by settlers from Lynn, Massachusetts—making it one of New York State's oldest English settlements—Southampton balances lively Main Street lined with art galleries, boutique shops, and coffeehouses with stretches of open shoreline and quieter residential neighborhoods. While beaches draw summer crowds, the village maintains an intentional, relaxed pace year-round, with preserved architecture reflecting its deep community roots. The rental market favors cottage-style homes and smaller apartment communities over high-rises, preserving the town's low-density character. Whether seeking a studio or multi-bedroom rental, options move quickly given Southampton's enduring appeal as a place where downtown energy meets coastal tranquility.
Median Household Income
$146,008
Average: $174,142
Education
4,536
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,132
Workers Employed
Median Age
48 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
27%
Housing Distribution
Southampton has more homeowners than renters.
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Southampton, NY is $2,693 for a studio, $1,917 for one bedroom, $2,556 for two bedrooms, and $6,390 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Southampton has increased by 1.2% in the past year.
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Southampton, NY is for everyday living.
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Public
Grades PK-5
365 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
249 Students
Southampton Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-8
324 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
249 Students
Southampton Intermediate School
Public
Grades K-8
324 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
584 Students
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