| ZIP Code | 10038 |
|---|---|
| City | New York |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | New York County |
| Area Code | 212/332/646/917 |
| Elevation | 23 ft |
| Latitude | 40.709264 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.002903 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36061 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.02 |
| Below Poverty | 16.9% ▲ 69% above avg |
| College Grads | 72.3% ▲ 87% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 599 (4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,007 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 660 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 855 (5.8%) |
| Bachelors | 684 (4.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,059 (67.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,121 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $865,700 ▲ 211% above avg ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,140/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,624 |
| Vacant Units | 1,930 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,624 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,930 |
| Owner Occupied | 28.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 71.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
ZIP code 10038 is located in New York, New York, within New York County. With a population of 23,342, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.1 years. Economically, 10038 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,121 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 10038 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $865,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,140 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 71.6% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 2% since 2019.
The population of 10038 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 42.2%. Residents are highly educated — 72.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.9%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 10038 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 4%.
Overall, ZIP code 10038 in New York, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,342 residents, a median household income of $115,121, and a median home value of $865,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.