Westhampton Beach

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Westhampton Beach, NY Area Guide

Experience the small-town charm and swanky beachside atmosphere of the Hamptons

Schools Beach Coastal Golf Tourism Scenic Upscale Public Transportation LIRR Boating

Sitting at the western gateway to the Hamptons, Westhampton Beach delivers small-town coastal character that most shore destinations only promise. Moneyboque Bay separates the mainland village from its barrier island beach, creating a layered geography where daily life shifts depending on which side of the water you’re on. Main Street buzzes with independent shops, dining spots, and the Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center—a cultural anchor drawing audiences for decades.

Green spaces and waterfront access weave into everyday routines, from morning shore walks to afternoon bay outings. The rental landscape features upscale condos, charming cottages, and well-appointed apartment communities. Beachside options dot the barrier island while traditional rentals nestle in the inland village. The Long Island Rail Road connects residents to New York City, making the village surprisingly accessible despite its relaxed pace.

Incorporated in 1928, Westhampton Beach’s character has been shaped by the surrounding sea. The Performing Arts Center remains the area’s cultural heartbeat, hosting live performances year-round.

Getting Around

Fairly Walkable

Walkability

40 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly Bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

Westhampton Beach Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

298 Students

Westhampton Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

357 Students

Westhampton Beach Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

971 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Quogue Wildlife Refuge
  • Dwarf Pine Plains Preserve
  • Long Island Science Center
  • Kalers Pond Audubon Center
  • Sears Bellows County Park

Airports

  • Long Island MacArthur
  • Tweed/New Haven

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.