| ZIP Code | 10002 |
|---|---|
| City | New York |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | New York County |
| Area Code | 718 |
| Elevation | 28 ft |
| Latitude | 40.715969 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.986895 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 24.6% ▲ 146% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.0% ▲ 34% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3,406 (7.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,682 (22.3%) |
| Some College | 4,508 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 4,416 (9.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,359 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22,535 (47%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,525 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $808,500 ▲ 190% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 17.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,207/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 39,646 |
| Vacant Units | 3,875 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 39,646 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,875 |
| Owner Occupied | 18.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 81.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
ZIP code 10002 is located in New York, New York, within New York County. With a population of 75,517, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 10002 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,525 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 10002 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $808,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,207 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 81.4% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 10002 is racially diverse, with Asian as the largest group at 36.5%. Residents are well-educated — 52.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.6%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 10002 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 6%.
Overall, ZIP code 10002 in New York, NY is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a middle-aged community. With 75,517 residents, a median household income of $46,525, and a median home value of $808,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.