| ZIP Code | 11109 |
|---|---|
| City | Long Island City |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Queens County |
| Area Code | 347/718 |
| Elevation | 3 ft |
| Latitude | 40.746616 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.957009 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 2.7% ▼ 73% below avg |
| College Grads | 88.1% ▲ 127% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 58% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 15 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 264 (4.8%) |
| Some College | 222 (4%) |
| Associates | 159 (2.9%) |
| Bachelors | 89 (1.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,795 (86.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $198,773 ▲ 160% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $526,000 ▲ 89% above avg ↓ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,501/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,826 |
| Vacant Units | 1,188 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,826 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,188 |
| Owner Occupied | 20.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 80.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 11109 is located in Long Island City, New York, within Queens County. With a population of 7,388, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 11109 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $198,773 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11109 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $526,000 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,501 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 80.0% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have decreased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 11109 is majority White (59.83%). Residents are highly educated — 88.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11109 stands at 2.1%, which is well below 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 11%.
Overall, ZIP code 11109 in Long Island City, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 7,388 residents, a median household income of $198,773, and a median home value of $526,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.