| ZIP Code | 11215 |
|---|---|
| City | Brooklyn |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Kings County |
| Area Code | 718 |
| Elevation | 140 ft |
| Latitude | 40.662688 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.98674 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 85.6% ▲ 121% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 486 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,116 (6.3%) |
| Some College | 1,128 (2.3%) |
| Associates | 2,375 (4.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,914 (3.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 40,231 (81.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $180,773 ▲ 137% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,674,700 ▲ 501% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,803/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 32,197 |
| Vacant Units | 2,450 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 32,197 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,450 |
| Owner Occupied | 40.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 59.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 11215 is located in Brooklyn, New York, within Kings County. With a population of 70,922, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.4 years. Economically, 11215 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $180,773 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11215 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,674,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,803 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (40.9%) and renters (59.1%). Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 11215 is majority White (67.30%). Residents are highly educated — 85.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.9%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11215 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 11215 in Brooklyn, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 70,922 residents, a median household income of $180,773, and a median home value of $1,674,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.