City Report · NY

Bridgehampton

Pop. 1,531·1st most expensive in New York·Bridgehampton rents are up 31.5% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$94,815/mo
Year-over-Year
+31.5%
Month-over-Month
+15.2%
vs US Median
+$92,850
Rising (Monthly)
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Bridgehampton · $94,815
More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
816% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $94,815/mo, rent takes about 816% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$3,793,000/yr
Local median income
$139,486/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Bridgehampton's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost
$1,137,780/yr
At $94,815/mo median
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Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 31.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+31.5% YoY, +15.2% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Bridgehampton, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 70.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
1,531
Median income
$139,486
Median age
51.9
Renters
7.2%
Age distribution
15.3%
30%
33.6%
Under 1815.3%
18–3410.1%
35–5430%
55–6410.8%
65+33.6%
Gender
46.7%
53.3%
Male46.7%
Female53.3%
Race & ethnicity
83.9%
13.3%
White83.9%
Black8.3%
Hispanic13.3%
Education (25+)
17.1%
12.1%
70.3%
No HS diploma0.5%
HS diploma17.1%
Some college12.1%
Bachelor's+70.3%
Housing tenure
92.8%
Owner92.8%
Renter7.2%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Bridgehampton, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$147,813 → $139,486
down 5.6%
Population
1,447 → 1,531
up 5.8%
Renter share
13.7% → 7.2%
-6.5 pts
Bachelor's+
58.3% → 70.3%
+12.0 pts
Median age
48.3 → 51.9
+3.6 yrs

Median household income fell from $147,813 to $139,486 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.6% shift. Headcount in the area went from 1,447 to 1,531 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.8% change. About 7.2% of households rent today, against 13.7% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 58.3% to 70.3%.

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Bridgehampton is $94,815/mo as of June 2026.

At 816% of local median household income ($139,486/yr), Bridgehampton ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 31.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bridgehampton an affordable city for renters?

Bridgehampton is considered expensive for renters. At $94,815/mo, rent takes approximately 816% of the local median household income ($139,486/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bridgehampton significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Bridgehampton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $3,793,000/year (~$1824/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $94,815/mo in Bridgehampton. The local median household income is $139,486/yr, meaning the typical Bridgehampton household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bridgehampton?

Rent in Bridgehampton has increased 31.5% over the past year as of June 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bridgehampton rent compare to other cities in New York?

Bridgehampton is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #1 out of 126 tracked cities at $94,815/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bridgehampton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bridgehampton ($94,815/mo): Waterford ($2,173/mo), East Lyme ($2,574/mo), Southold ($4,250/mo).

What percentage of Bridgehampton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 7.2% of Bridgehampton households are renters, while 92.8% are owner-occupied. Bridgehampton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bridgehampton rent compare to the national average?

Bridgehampton's median rent of $94,815/mo is $92,850 (4725%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #1 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
816%
EXPENSIVE

At $94,815/mo, rent takes ~816% of Bridgehampton's median household income ($139,486/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bridgehampton 816%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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