Quogue, New York facts for kids
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Quogue, New York
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Sunrise over the beaches of Quogue
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 Quogue, New York
Location in Long Island
Quogue, New York
Location in New York
Quogue, New York
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New York |
| County | Suffolk |
| Town | Southampton |
| Incorporated | 1928 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.94 sq mi (12.79 km2) |
| • Land | 4.17 sq mi (10.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.77 sq mi (1.99 km2) |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,662 |
| • Density | 398.75/sq mi (153.96/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
11959
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| Area codes | 631, 934 |
| FIPS code | 36-60422 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0962113 |
Quogue (pronounced "kwog") is a small village located in Suffolk County, New York. It is found on the South Fork of Long Island. Quogue is part of the Town of Southampton.
The village became officially incorporated in 1928. As of the 2020 United States Census, about 1,662 people live there.
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Where is Quogue?
Quogue is located on Long Island, New York. The United States Census Bureau says the village covers about 12.79 square kilometers (4.94 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Who Lives in Quogue?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 137 | — | |
| 1880 | 194 | 41.6% | |
| 1930 | 758 | — | |
| 1940 | 633 | −16.5% | |
| 1950 | 625 | −1.3% | |
| 1960 | 692 | 10.7% | |
| 1970 | 865 | 25.0% | |
| 1980 | 966 | 11.7% | |
| 1990 | 898 | −7.0% | |
| 2000 | 1,018 | 13.4% | |
| 2010 | 967 | −5.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,662 | 71.9% | |
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The numbers below are for people who live in Quogue all year round, not just those who visit for the summer.
According to the 2010 United States Census, there were 967 people living in the village. There were 424 households. About 30% of these households were made up of single people. About 13% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The population included 164 young people under 18 years old. There were 238 people aged 65 or older.
Education in Quogue
Students in Quogue attend different schools depending on their age. For elementary school, children go to the Quogue Union Free School District. After elementary school, older students attend the Westhampton Beach Union Free School District.
Important Places
The Quogue Historic District is a special area within the village. It was added to the State Register in 2015 and the National Register in 2016. This means it's recognized for its historical importance.
Famous People from Quogue
Many well-known people have lived in Quogue, including:
- Jim Cramer, a television personality
- Michael Forbes, a politician
- Michael J. Fox, a famous actor
- Teo Macero, a jazz musician and producer
- Alfred Thayer Mahan, a U.S. Navy admiral and historian
- Eli Manning, an American football quarterback
- John O'Hara, an author
- Roger Rosenblatt, a writer
Images for kids
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Quogue Historic District – Added to the State Register in December 2015 and National Register on February 2, 2016
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Quogue Village Wetlands Preserve
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See also
In Spanish: Quogue para niños
