| ZIP Code | 10016 |
|---|---|
| City | New York |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | New York County |
| Area Code | 212/332/347/646/718/ |
| Elevation | 25 ft |
| Latitude | 40.745182 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.978053 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.71 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 84.6% ▲ 118% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 245 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,106 (5.2%) |
| Some College | 1,567 (3.9%) |
| Associates | 2,333 (5.8%) |
| Bachelors | 761 (1.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33,500 (82.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $153,065 ▲ 101% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $928,400 ▲ 233% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,321/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 36,985 |
| Vacant Units | 6,821 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 36,985 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 6,821 |
| Owner Occupied | 27.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 72.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.71 |
ZIP code 10016 is located in New York, New York, within New York County. With a population of 54,297, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 10016 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $153,065 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 10016 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $928,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,321 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 72.3% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 11% since 2019.
The population of 10016 is majority White (58.93%). Residents are highly educated — 84.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 10016 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 5%.
Overall, ZIP code 10016 in New York, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 54,297 residents, a median household income of $153,065, and a median home value of $928,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.