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East Hampton Town, NY 

The Town of East Hampton is located in southeastern Suffolk County, New York, at the eastern end of the South Shore of Long Island. It is the easternmost town in the state of New York. At the time of the 2020 United States census, it had a total population of 28,385. 

The town includes the village of East Hampton, as well as the hamlets of Montauk, Amagansett, Wainscott, and Springs. It also includes part of the incorporated village of Sag Harbor.

East Hampton is located on a peninsula, bordered on the south by the Atlantic Ocean, to the east by Block Island Sound, and to the north by Gardiners Bay, Napeague Bay, and Fort Pond Bay. To the west is western Long Island, reaching the East River and New York City. The Town has eight state parks, most located at the water's edge. The town consists of 70 square miles (180 km²) and stretches nearly 25 miles (40 km), from Wainscott in the west to Montauk Point in the east. It is approximately six miles (10 km) wide at its widest point and less than one mile at its narrowest.

The town has jurisdiction over Gardiners Island, which is one of the largest privately owned islands in the United States. The town has 70 miles (110 km) of shoreline.

This area had been inhabited for thousands of years by wandering tribes of indigenous peoples. At the time of European contact, East Hampton was home to the Pequot people, part of the culture that also occupied territory on the northern side of Long Island Sound, in what is now Connecticut of southern New England. They belong to the large Algonquian-speaking language family. Bands on Long Island were identified by their geographic locations. The historical people known to the colonists as the Montaukett, who were Pequot, controlled most of the territory at the east end of Long Island. Indians inhabiting the western part of Long Island were part of the Lenape nation, whose language is also in the Algonquian family. Their territory extended to lower New York, western Connecticut, and the mid-Atlantic coastal areas into New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Their bands were also known by the names of their geographic locations but did not constitute distinct peoples.

East Hampton is bounded by Southampton to the west, the Atlantic Ocean to the south, Block Island Sound to the east, and Napeague Bay to the north. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 386.6 square miles (1,001 km²), of which 74.4 square miles (193 km²) is land and 312.2 square miles (809 km²) (80.76%) is water.

Health and wellness are paramount in East Hampton Town. The town boasts a range of fitness centers, yoga studios, and holistic wellness practitioners catering to those seeking balance and relaxation. The tranquil surroundings, with access to beautiful beaches, encourage an active and healthy lifestyle. The Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, located nearby, serves the healthcare needs of the community. Naturopathica East Hampton provides a tranquil retreat with massages, facials, and holistic therapies designed for relaxation and rejuvenation. East End Fitness features state-of-the-art exercise equipment, personalized training programs, and group fitness classes like Zumba and spin cycling to accommodate various fitness levels. Yoga Shanti hosts yoga and Pilates classes that focus on core strength, flexibility, and mental clarity. Chiropractor East Hampton offers a range of chiropractic services focusing on spinal health, pain relief, and overall wellness. SoulCycle promotes a high-energy, music-driven indoor cycling experience with classes led by motivational instructors. These diverse facilities and activities make East Hampton Town a hub for wellness and active living, enriching the lives of its residents.

Top Sites in East Hampton Town, NY: Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum, Wölffer Estate Vineyard, Home Sweet Home Museum.

Population: 28,385 (2020). ZIP Code: 11937. Area codes: 631 and 934. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Area: 386.55 sq mi (1,001.15 km²).

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What are the demographics of East Hampton Town, NY? 

With 28,053 people, East Hampton town is the 93rd most populated city in the state of New York out of 1,523 cities. But watch out, East Hampton town, because New Windsor with 27,667 people, and Lindenhurst with 27,139 people are right behind you. The largest East Hampton town racial/ethnic groups are White (66.0%) followed by Hispanic (26.9%) and Black (2.8%).

What is the median income of East Hampton Town, NY? 

In 2022, the median household income of East Hampton town households was $122,763. East Hampton town households made slightly more than Islip households ($122,726) and Kent households ($122,683). The median age for East Hampton town residents is 45.9 years old.

What is the poverty rate in East Hampton Town, NY? 

In 2022, the median household income of East Hampton town households was $122,763. East Hampton town households made slightly more than Islip households ($122,726) and Kent households ($122,683). However, 9.7% of East Hampton town families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of East Hampton

NY Demographics

YMCA

Hot Yoga

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital

Guild Hall

Cedar Point County Park

Naturopathica

East End Fitness

Yoga Shanti

Chiropractor East Hampton

SoulCycle

Montauk Point Lighthouse Museum

Wölffer Estate Vineyard

Home Sweet Home Museum

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