| ZIP Code | 10026 |
|---|---|
| City | New York |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | New York County |
| Area Code | 212/332/646/917 |
| Elevation | 31 ft |
| Latitude | 40.802978 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.953529 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 17.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| College Grads | 59.6% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.4% ▲ 71% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 470 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,865 (19.8%) |
| Some College | 1,700 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 2,895 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,068 (4.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,551 (55.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,140 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,014,100 ▲ 264% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 13.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,546/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,648 |
| Vacant Units | 2,111 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,648 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,111 |
| Owner Occupied | 23.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 77.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 10026 is located in New York, New York, within New York County. With a population of 37,113, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 10026 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,140 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 10026 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,014,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,546 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 77.0% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 10026 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 45.5%. Residents are well-educated — 59.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 10026 stands at 8.4%, which is significantly above the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 10%.
Overall, ZIP code 10026 in New York, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 37,113 residents, a median household income of $74,140, and a median home value of $1,014,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.