How much does it cost to rent in Westhampton Beach, NY?

As of June 2026, the median monthly rent in Westhampton Beach, NY is $27,715. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Westhampton Beach cheaper than other New York cities?

Westhampton Beach is one of the pricier cities in New York, ranking #1 out of 126 cities tracked at $27,715/mo.

When was Westhampton Beach rent data last updated?

Westhampton Beach rent data reflects June 2026 and was last refreshed on June 22, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Westhampton Beach

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Pop. 2,574·1st most expensive in New York·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate

Median rent (all units)

$27,715/mo

Year-over-Year

Stable

Month-over-Month

-1.9%

vs US Median

+$25,750

Falling (Monthly)

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Westhampton Beach · $27,715

More expensive than 100% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Affordability

235% of income

EXPENSIVE

0%30% benchmark60%+

At $27,715/mo, rent takes about 235% of the local median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford

$1,109,000/yr

Local median income

$141,250/yr

Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Westhampton Beach's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

Annual cost

$332,580/yr

At $27,715/mo median

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Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (down 0.0% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, -1.9% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Westhampton Beach, NY is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income above the national average, 61.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

2,574

Median income

$141,250

Median age

49.8

Renters

13.8%

Age distribution

13.2%

22.3%

19.8%

18.7%

26%

Under 1813.2%

18–3422.3%

35–5419.8%

55–6418.7%

65+26%

Gender

52%

48%

Male52%

Female48%

Race & ethnicity

83.3%

White83.3%

Black4.2%

Hispanic7%

Asian2.8%

Other2.7%

Education (25+)

22.5%

12.4%

61.8%

No HS diploma3.4%

HS diploma22.5%

Some college12.4%

Bachelor's+61.8%

Housing tenure

86.2%

13.8%

Owner86.2%

Renter13.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Westhampton Beach, NY has changed in 5 years

Income

$119,583 → $141,250

up 18.1%

Population

2,234 → 2,574

up 15.2%

Renter share

20.5% → 13.8%

-6.7 pts

Bachelor's+

62.5% → 61.8%

-0.7 pts

Median age

51.2 → 49.8

-1.4 yrs

Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $119,583 in 2021 to $141,250 more recently. Census counts show Westhampton Beach, NY adding about 340 residents over the five-year window, up 15.2% on net. The renter share has eased from 20.5% to 13.8%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder.

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Last updated: June 22, 2026

The median rent in Westhampton Beach is $27,715/mo as of June 2026.

At 235% of local median household income ($141,250/yr), Westhampton Beach ranks as expensive compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Westhampton Beach an affordable city for renters?

Westhampton Beach is considered expensive for renters. At $27,715/mo, rent takes approximately 235% of the local median household income ($141,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Westhampton Beach significantly exceeds that threshold, making it challenging for many renters.

How much income do you need to rent in Westhampton Beach?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $1,109,000/year (~$533/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $27,715/mo in Westhampton Beach. The local median household income is $141,250/yr, meaning the typical Westhampton Beach household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Westhampton Beach?

Rent in Westhampton Beach has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of June 2026.

How does Westhampton Beach rent compare to other cities in New York?

Westhampton Beach is one of the pricier cities in New York for rent, ranking #1 out of 126 tracked cities at $27,715/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Westhampton Beach?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Westhampton Beach ($27,715/mo): Moriches ($2,376/mo), Manorville ($2,410/mo), Southold ($4,250/mo).

What percentage of Westhampton Beach residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 13.8% of Westhampton Beach households are renters, while 86.2% are owner-occupied. Westhampton Beach leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Westhampton Beach rent compare to the national average?

Westhampton Beach's median rent of $27,715/mo is $25,750 (1310%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within New York, it ranks #1 out of 126 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

235%

EXPENSIVE

At $27,715/mo, rent takes ~235% of Westhampton Beach's median household income ($141,250/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Westhampton Beach 235%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4–10.9%

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