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About Water Mill, New York

Water Mill is a locality in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It has a population of approximately 2,764. The population density is 81.0 people per km². Water Mill is located at 40.9096°N, 72.3549°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 11976.

Water Mill, a place where the land gently slopes toward the expansive Atlantic, greets visitors with a serene, almost painterly quality. It lies 2.5 miles north-east of Southampton, NY (from Southampton, NY: bearing 46°T), and is situated 9.6 miles west-south-west of East Hampton. The terrain here, a soft undulation of fertile soil, is a patchwork of manicured lawns, historic farmhouses with wide porches that seem to breathe in the salt-tinged air, and the occasional stand of mature oak and pine trees. Sunlight, particularly in the late afternoon, casts long, soft shadows that stretch across the verdant fields, imbuing the landscape with a quiet luminescence. The air itself carries a subtle, briny whisper, a constant reminder of the proximity of the ocean, and the distant cries of gulls often punctuate the stillness. The history of Water Mill is deeply entwined with its agricultural heritage, a legacy evident in the enduring presence of its farms and the enduring appeal of its picturesque settings. For centuries, this land has yielded its bounty, supporting a local economy that once thrived on the cultivation of potatoes and other crops, a rhythm of planting and harvest that shaped the very character of the locality. Today, while agriculture remains a visible thread, Water Mill has also become a haven for those drawn to its refined, yet understated, charm. The historic Parrish Art Museum, a landmark that draws art lovers from far and wide, stands as a cultural beacon, reflecting a community that values both its pastoral roots and its artistic aspirations. The gentle pace of life here, where the seasons dictate much of the local cadence, offers a retreat from the hurried world, a place where the past and present coexist in harmonious repose.

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This page provides an interactive Google map of Water Mill, New York with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Water Mill and Suffolk County.

Detailed location data for Water Mill includes the ZIP code (11976), telephone area code (914, 845), county seat of Suffolk County (Riverhead), and school district assignment (Southampton Union Free School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Water Mill is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.