Welcome to the Village of Head of the Harbor




Village Taxes must be post marked by April 1, 2025 to avoid penalty. The Village Treasurer can be reached at 631-584-5596. Thank you.

March 30th through April 17th the St. James Water District, (631) 584-6202, will be performing their regular Spring hydrant flushing program. You may experience a temporary period of discolored water during this time.





The Village is primarily residential and agricultural. The Village encompasses approximately three square miles and is bordered to the north by Stony Brook Harbor, to the west by the Village of Nissequogue, to the south by the hamlet of St. James, and to the east by Stony Brook. The Village is noted for its scenic vistas and beautiful landscapes, its winding country roads, waterfront on pristine Stony Brook Harbor, numerous parks and a preserved sense of history. The 2010 Census reflects a population of approximately 1,475 people and 525 homes.



Please visit our Community Links Page and our Historical Society Facebook Page and our Village Garden Club Facebook Page





Mailing Address
Village of Head of the Harbor
500 N. Country Road
Saint James, NY 11780

Phone and Fax
Phone: 631-584-5550
Fax: 631-862-1417


Phone Numbers
Village Hall: 631-584-5550
Traffic Court: 631-584-2034
Building Dept: 631-584-5602
Village Clerk: 631-584-2239
Village Treasurer: 631-584-5596
Highway Dept: 631-584-3701
Police Dept: 631-584-7891