Cost of Living in Westhampton, NY

Population 3,702 · New York · Data vintage 2023

250
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Housing in Westhampton sits 221% above the national median — $980,000 for the typical home — but median household incomes near $131,125 (76% above the US figure) soften the blow that similar pricing creates in lower-wage metros.

Westhampton is about 35 miles southeast of New Haven, the nearest large metro — close enough that regional housing and labor patterns are shaped largely by the larger market. Median home values run roughly 294% higher than New Haven's $249,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 321
Rent 142

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Westhampton

The median home value in Westhampton is $980,400 — 221% above the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,872/month, 42% higher than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $131,125/year is 76% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.5%, below the national average of 4.8%. New York's top state income tax rate is 10.9% and the combined sales tax is 8.5%. The climate averages highs of 60.0°F and lows of 40.4°F. Overall, Westhampton has a cost of living index of 250 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 150% more expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$980,400
221% above avg
Zillow Home Value
$252,504
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$1,872/mo
42% above avg
Zillow Rent
$44,284/mo
Zillow ZORI
Price-to-Rent Ratio
43.6x
Favors renting
Property Tax Rate
1.7%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$965
1 BR
$1,051
2 BR
$1,302
3 BR
$1,619
4 BR
$1,813
Owner-occupied 92.2%
Renter-occupied 7.8%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,872
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $2,486/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
27.9 min
3% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
17.6%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
62.4%
Carpooled
5.6%
Public transit
9.8%
Walked
2.5%
Work from home
17.6%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 10.9%
Total Sales Tax 8.5%
State rate 4.0%
Avg local rate 4.5%
Property Tax 1.7%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$131,125
76% above avg
Per Capita Income
$62,347
Unemployment Rate
4.5%
7% below avg
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Labor Force Participation
51.9%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 24.9%
Graduate degree 27.2%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 50.7
Male median age 45.1
Female median age 58.3

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
60.0°F
Avg Low
40.4°F
Annual Precip
43.5"
20° 38° 55° 73° 90° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 394047576675818074635345
Low °F 202128364656636154433426
Precip" 3.192.724.283.793.313.502.883.743.754.653.484.17

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 41 — Good
76.2%
Good air days/yr
195
Max AQI recorded
86
PM2.5 days
278
Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Westhampton, NY?

Westhampton has a cost index of 250 (100 = national average). It is 150% above the national average.

What is average rent in Westhampton, NY?

The median gross rent in Westhampton is $1,872 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Westhampton?

The median home value in Westhampton is $980,400 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Westhampton?

The median household income in Westhampton is $131,125 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Westhampton, NY?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Westhampton is 8.5%. The New York state income tax top rate is 10.9%.

Is Westhampton, NY affordable?

Westhampton is above average in cost of living, with an index of 250 — about 150% higher than the national average.

What is the weather like in Westhampton?

Westhampton has average high temperatures of 60.0°F and average lows of 40.4°F. Annual precipitation is 43.5". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Westhampton at a Glance

Population
3,702
Median Income
$131,125
Home Value
$980,400
Median Rent
$1,872/mo
Unemployment
4.5%
Avg High Temp
60.0°F
Sales Tax
8.5%
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