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Hampton Bays

Pop. 15,706·1st most expensive in New York·Hampton Bays rents are up 75.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$13,026/mo
Year-over-Year
+75.0%
Month-over-Month
-21.1%
vs US Median
+$11,061
Falling (Monthly)
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Hampton Bays · $13,026
More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
116% of income
EXPENSIVE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $13,026/mo, rent takes about 116% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$521,000/yr
Local median income
$134,216/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Hampton Bays's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$156,312/yr
At $13,026/mo median
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Rents are up 75.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+75.0% YoY, -21.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

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Hampton Bays, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 47.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
15,706
Median income
$134,216
Median age
44.2
Renters
18%
Age distribution
19.8%
17.8%
27%
13.5%
22%
Under 1819.8%
18–3417.8%
35–5427%
55–6413.5%
65+22%
Gender
53.3%
46.7%
Male53.3%
Female46.7%
Race & ethnicity
71.6%
26.9%
White71.6%
Black0.5%
Hispanic26.9%
Asian3.6%
Education (25+)
19.7%
22.4%
47.2%
No HS diploma10.7%
HS diploma19.7%
Some college22.4%
Bachelor's+47.2%
Housing tenure
82%
18%
Owner82%
Renter18%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Hampton Bays, NY has changed in 5 years

Income
$103,513 → $134,216
up 29.7%
Population
16,546 → 15,706
down 5.1%
Renter share
26.5% → 18%
-8.5 pts
Bachelor's+
38.8% → 47.2%
+8.4 pts
Median age
43.3 → 44.2
+0.9 yrs

Household income in the area moved from $103,513 to $134,216 across the same window, up 29.7% versus 2021. Headcount in the area went from 16,546 to 15,706 between 2021 and 2024, a 5.1% change. About 18% of households rent today, against 26.5% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 38.8% to 47.2%.

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Hampton Bays is $13,026/mo as of July 2026.

At 116% of local median household income ($134,216/yr), Hampton Bays ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 75.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hampton Bays an affordable city for renters?

Hampton Bays is considered expensive for renters. At $13,026/mo, rent takes approximately 116% of the local median household income ($134,216/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Hampton Bays significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Hampton Bays?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $521,000/year (~$250/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $13,026/mo in Hampton Bays. The local median household income is $134,216/yr, meaning the typical Hampton Bays household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Hampton Bays?

Rent in Hampton Bays has increased 75.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Hampton Bays rent compare to other cities in New York?

Hampton Bays is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #1 out of 126 tracked cities at $13,026/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Hampton Bays?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Hampton Bays ($13,026/mo): Moriches ($2,376/mo), Manorville ($2,410/mo), Patchogue ($2,679/mo).

What percentage of Hampton Bays residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 18% of Hampton Bays households are renters, while 82% are owner-occupied. Hampton Bays leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Hampton Bays rent compare to the national average?

Hampton Bays's median rent of $13,026/mo is $11,061 (563%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #1 out of 126 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
116%
EXPENSIVE

At $13,026/mo, rent takes ~116% of Hampton Bays's median household income ($134,216/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Hampton Bays 116%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4–10.9%
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