| ZIP Code | 10021 |
|---|---|
| City | New York |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | New York County |
| Area Code | 212/332/347/646/917 |
| Elevation | 47 ft |
| Latitude | 40.76964 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.959018 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.91 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 83.2% ▲ 115% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 117 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,905 (6.5%) |
| Some College | 1,061 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 1,843 (6.3%) |
| Bachelors | 809 (2.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 23,647 (80.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $156,712 ▲ 105% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,529,600 ▲ 449% above avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,002/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 29,248 |
| Vacant Units | 8,929 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 29,248 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 8,929 |
| Owner Occupied | 45.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.91 |
ZIP code 10021 is located in New York, New York, within New York County. With a population of 39,479, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.8 years. Economically, 10021 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $156,712 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 10021 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,529,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,002 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.1%) and renters (54.9%). Median home values have increased by 6% since 2019.
The population of 10021 is primarily White (79.68%). Residents are highly educated — 83.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 10021 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 28% — 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 7%.
Overall, ZIP code 10021 in New York, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a middle-aged community. With 39,479 residents, a median household income of $156,712, and a median home value of $1,529,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.