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East Quogue

Pop. 5,406·1st most expensive in New York·One of the pricier rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$13,000/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
-35.0%
vs US Median
+$11,035
Falling (Monthly)
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East Quogue · $13,000
More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
166% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $13,000/mo, rent takes about 166% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$520,000/yr
Local median income
$93,710/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using East Quogue's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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Last updated: March 21, 2026

Annual cost
$156,000/yr
At $13,000/mo median
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Strong Renter's Market
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Rents are down 0.0% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -35.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

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East Quogue, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 49.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
5,406
Median income
$93,710
Median age
54.5
Renters
21.2%
Age distribution
16.5%
13.3%
20.4%
25.8%
23.9%
Under 1816.5%
18–3413.3%
35–5420.4%
55–6425.8%
65+23.9%
Gender
49.9%
50.1%
Male49.9%
Female50.1%
Race & ethnicity
85.2%
13.2%
White85.2%
Hispanic13.2%
Asian1.4%
Education (25+)
18.7%
26.7%
49.5%
No HS diploma5.1%
HS diploma18.7%
Some college26.7%
Bachelor's+49.5%
Housing tenure
78.8%
21.2%
Owner78.8%
Renter21.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How East Quogue, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$88,750 → $93,710
up 5.6%
Population
5,069 → 5,406
up 6.6%
Renter share
11.8% → 21.2%
+9.4 pts
Bachelor's+
46% → 49.5%
+3.5 pts
Median age
52.8 → 54.5
+1.7 yrs

Median household income grew from $88,750 to $93,710 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.6% shift. Headcount in the area went from 5,069 to 5,406 between 2021 and 2024, a 6.6% change. About 21.2% of households rent today, against 11.8% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 46% to 49.5%.

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Last updated: March 21, 2026

The median rent in East Quogue is $13,000/mo as of March 2026.

At 166% of local median household income ($93,710/yr), East Quogue ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is East Quogue an affordable city for renters?

East Quogue is considered expensive for renters. At $13,000/mo, rent takes approximately 166% of the local median household income ($93,710/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. East Quogue significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in East Quogue?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $520,000/year (~$250/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $13,000/mo in East Quogue. The local median household income is $93,710/yr, meaning the typical East Quogue household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in East Quogue?

Rent in East Quogue has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of March 2026.

How does East Quogue rent compare to other cities in New York?

East Quogue is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #1 out of 110 tracked cities at $13,000/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than East Quogue?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than East Quogue ($13,000/mo): Moriches ($2,376/mo), Manorville ($2,410/mo), Patchogue ($2,679/mo).

What percentage of East Quogue residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 21.2% of East Quogue households are renters, while 78.8% are owner-occupied. East Quogue leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does East Quogue rent compare to the national average?

East Quogue's median rent of $13,000/mo is $11,035 (562%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #1 out of 110 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
166%
EXPENSIVE

At $13,000/mo, rent takes ~166% of East Quogue's median household income ($93,710/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

East Quogue 166%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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