On March 8, 2025, the wealthy community of the Hamptons faced an urgent evacuation due to fast-moving wildfires threatening Long Island real estate. This incident highlights that affluent regions are not immune to calamities, but they often possess unique advantages, including a high GDP and quality infrastructure compared to poorer areas. The article discusses wealth distribution in the U.S., identifying prominent affluent regions like New York City and Silicon Valley, and explains how 24/7 Wall St. identified the wealthiest counties from U.S. Census data.
On March 8, 2025, residents of the Hamptons, one of New York's wealthiest areas, were forced to flee as fast-traveling wildfires threatened Long Island real estate.
Though the wealthiest areas of the world are not exempt from traumatic events, they feature certain characteristics not seen in poorer regions.
Certain areas in America stand out as wealthier than others, with specific locations characterized by high-dollar homes and soaring income levels.
To identify the wealthiest county in each state, 24/7 Wall St. reviewed median household incomes from the U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey.
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