| ZIP Code | 10029 |
|---|---|
| City | New York |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | New York County |
| Area Code | 212/332/646/917 |
| Elevation | 17 ft |
| Latitude | 40.792249 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.947333 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 29.6% ▲ 196% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.1% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.0% ▲ 105% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,040 (4.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,385 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 4,451 (10%) |
| Associates | 6,059 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,474 (5.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,985 (40.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $38,308 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $818,100 ▲ 193% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 21.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,183/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 36,955 |
| Vacant Units | 3,857 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 36,955 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,857 |
| Owner Occupied | 7.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 93.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 10029 is located in New York, New York, within New York County. With a population of 74,848, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 10029 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $38,308 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 10029 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $818,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,183 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 93.0% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 10029 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 42.0%. Residents are well-educated — 46.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.6%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 10029 stands at 10.0%, which is more than double the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 6%.
Overall, ZIP code 10029 in New York, NY is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 74,848 residents, a median household income of $38,308, and a median home value of $818,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.