What are the schools like in Sagaponack, NY?

Sagaponack is served primarily by SAGAPONACK COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.5:1.

What is the median household income in Sagaponack?

The median household income in Sagaponack, NY is $86,375 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Sagaponack, NY?

Sagaponack has an average high temperature of 38.5°F in January and 80.6°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.8 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.8 inches.

Sagaponack, NY Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Sagaponack, NY affordable or expensive?

Sagaponack's cost of living index is 112, where 100 represents the national average. This means Sagaponack is 12% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $2,000,001 and the median rent is N/A per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Sagaponack, NY?

Sagaponack has a violent crime rate of 81.3 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1157.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Sagaponack, NY a Good Place to Live?

Sagaponack is a small town of 344 in New York, with a median household income of $86,375 . Its cost of living index is 112 (US average = 100), which is 12% above the national average.

Strengths: Sagaponack stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an above-average cost of living, high home prices. Whether Sagaponack is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Sagaponack city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 112.5

Sagaponack's overall cost of living index is 112.5, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Sagaponack costs roughly 12% more than the average American city.

Metric	Sagaponack, NY	National Avg
Median Home Value	$2,000,001	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	88.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$86,375	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Sagaponack's violent crime rate is 81.3 per 100,000 residents — 79% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

81.3 /100k

Property Crime

1157.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Sagaponack is served primarily by SAGAPONACK COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Sagaponack, NY	National Avg
School District	SAGAPONACK COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.5:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	59.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Sagaponack sees average highs of 38.5°F in January and 80.6°F in July, with 49.8 inches of annual precipitation and 26.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Sagaponack, NY
Average High — January	38.5°F
Average High — July	80.6°F
Annual Precipitation	49.8"
Annual Snowfall	26.8"

Demographics

Metric	Sagaponack, NY	National Avg
Population	344	—
Median Age	60.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.9 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	84.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	14.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.2%	6.3%
Under 18	15.4%	22.2%
65 and over	41.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wainscott, NY 2 mi Bridgehampton, NY 2 mi East Hampton, NY 4 mi Water Mill, NY 4 mi Sag Harbor, NY 4 mi

ZIP Codes in Sagaponack

Sagaponack, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code:

11962

Sagaponack vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sagaponack, NY affordable or expensive?

Sagaponack's cost of living index is 112, where 100 is the national average. That puts Sagaponack roughly 12% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $2,000,001 and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Sagaponack, NY?

Sagaponack's violent crime rate is 81.3 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1157.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Sagaponack?

Public schools in Sagaponack are operated by SAGAPONACK COMMON SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.5:1. 59.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Sagaponack, NY a good place to live?

Sagaponack, NY has a population of 344, a median household income of $86,375, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Sagaponack?

Sagaponack averages 38.5°F in January and 80.6°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.8 inches with about 26.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Sagaponack?

Sagaponack, NY is covered by 1 ZIP code: 11962.

What is the population of Sagaponack?

The population of Sagaponack, New York is 344 with a median age of 60.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Sagaponack?

Key numbers for living in Sagaponack: cost of living index 112 (100 = US average), median home $2,000,001, median household income $86,375, crime index 35 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Sagaponack side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.