| ZIP Code | 06424 |
|---|---|
| City | East Hampton |
| State | Connecticut (CT) |
| County | Lower Connecticut River Valley County |
| Area Code | 860/959 |
| Elevation | 399 ft |
| Latitude | 41.560158 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.502765 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 09130 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 4.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.8% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 137 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,305 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 995 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 1,117 (13%) |
| Bachelors | 784 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,223 (37.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,645 ▲ 53% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $322,700 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,338/mo ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,223 |
| Vacant Units | 296 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,223 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 296 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 06424 is located in East Hampton, Connecticut, within Lower Connecticut River Valley County. With a population of 12,401, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 06424 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,645 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 06424 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $322,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,338 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 06424 is primarily White (87.09%). Residents are well-educated — 46.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.0%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 06424 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 06424 in East Hampton, CT is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,401 residents, a median household income of $116,645, and a median home value of $322,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Connecticut.