| ZIP Code | 11222 |
|---|---|
| City | Brooklyn |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Kings County |
| Area Code | 332/347/718/917 |
| Elevation | 12 ft |
| Latitude | 40.72779 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.947605 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.02 |
| Below Poverty | 9.5% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 71.8% ▲ 85% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 511 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,263 (13.3%) |
| Some College | 1,596 (5%) |
| Associates | 2,646 (8.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,516 (4.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,448 (67.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,963 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,245,600 ▲ 347% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,595/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 21,917 |
| Vacant Units | 1,640 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 21,917 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,640 |
| Owner Occupied | 17.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 82.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
ZIP code 11222 is located in Brooklyn, New York, within Kings County. With a population of 41,418, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.9 years. Economically, 11222 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,963 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11222 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,245,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,595 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 82.3% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 11222 is majority White (67.55%). Residents are highly educated — 71.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.5%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11222 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — 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 9%.
Overall, ZIP code 11222 in Brooklyn, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 41,418 residents, a median household income of $123,963, and a median home value of $1,245,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.