Amagansett, New York Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

The current estimated population of Amagansett, New York is 1,165, with 47.2% male and 52.8% female. The village has seen steady population growth due to its location in the Hamptons and appeal as a coastal getaway.

City Facts

  • Year founded: 1680
  • County: Suffolk
  • Land area: 8.1 square miles
  • Population density: Approximately 144 people per square mile
  • Area code: 631
  • Zip code: 11930

Geography and Location

Amagansett, New York is located in Suffolk County, on the South Fork of Long Island, in the town of East Hampton. The village is part of the Hamptons, a renowned vacation destination known for its beaches, upscale homes, and celebrity residents. Amagansett is situated along the Atlantic Ocean, offering miles of sandy beaches and scenic coastal views. The village has a mix of historic homes, high-end real estate, and a quaint downtown area with shops and restaurants. Its location near Montauk and other Hamptons towns makes it a popular destination for vacationers and residents seeking a peaceful coastal lifestyle.

Demographics

Median resident age: 48.5 years
Median household income: $56,406
Median house value: $489,600

Population by Race

Races in Amagansett:

  • White Non-Hispanic (92.6%)
  • Hispanic (4.0%)
  • Black (1.7%)
  • Two or more races (0.9%)

Ancestries: English (25.2%), Irish (25.0%), German (21.4%), Italian (14.6%), French (5.9%), Polish (4.6%).

Elevation: 32 feet

Land area: 6.3 square miles

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Amagansett

  • High school or higher: 89.5%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 42.9%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 15.2%
  • Unemployed: 5.8%
  • Mean travel time to work: 28.9 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Amagansett CDP

  • Never married: 18.6%
  • Now married: 57.0%
  • Separated: 3.5%
  • Widowed: 10.4%
  • Divorced: 10.6%

9.6% Foreign born (6.7% Europe, 1.8% Latin America).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Amagansett:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Amagansett:

  • GROTON-NEW LONDON (about 25 miles; GROTON NEW LONDON, CT; Abbreviation: GON)
  • TWEED-NEW HAVEN (about 56 miles; NEW HAVEN, CT; Abbreviation: HVN)
  • HARTFORD-BRAINARD (about 64 miles; HARTFORD, CT; Abbreviation: HFD)

Other public-use airports nearest to Amagansett:

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Amagansett:

  • SUNY AT STONY BROOK (about 36 miles; STONY BROOK, NY; Full-time enrollment: 16,829)
  • EASTERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY (about 51 miles; WILLIMANTIC, CT; Full-time enrollment: 4,165)
  • UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND (about 54 miles; KINGSTON, RI; Full-time enrollment: 11,759)
  • WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY (about 55 miles; MIDDLETOWN, CT; Full-time enrollment: 2,993)
  • UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT (about 58 miles; STORRS, CT; Full-time enrollment: 16,952)
  • GATEWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 61 miles; NEW HAVEN, CT; Full-time enrollment: 2,100)
  • UNIVERSITY OF NEW HAVEN (about 62 miles; WEST HAVEN, CT; Full-time enrollment: 3,081)

Public primary/middle school in Amagansett:

  • AMAGANSETT SCHOOL (Students: 125; Location: 320 MAIN ST-PO BX 706; Grades: PK – 06)

Libraries

Library in Amagansett:

  • AMAGANSETT FREE LIBRARY (Operating income: $243,416; Location: 215 MAIN STREET; 35,945 books; 1,134 audio materials; 418 video materials; 76 serial subscriptions)