| ZIP Code | 11249 |
|---|---|
| City | Brooklyn |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Kings County |
| Area Code | 332/347/718/929 |
| Elevation | 73 ft |
| Latitude | 40.704501 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.966002 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 19.2% ▲ 92% above avg |
| College Grads | 68.3% ▲ 76% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 261 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,712 (17.5%) |
| Some College | 1,496 (5.6%) |
| Associates | 2,076 (7.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,448 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,950 (62.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $121,400 ▲ 59% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,326,700 ▲ 376% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,982/mo |
| Total Units | 18,958 |
| Vacant Units | 1,337 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,958 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,337 |
| Owner Occupied | 17.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 82.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 11249 is located in Brooklyn, New York, within Kings County. With a population of 45,353, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.5 years. Economically, 11249 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $121,400 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11249 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,326,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,982 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 82.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods.
The population of 11249 is majority White (62.83%). Residents are highly educated — 68.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.2%.
The unemployment rate in 11249 stands at 6.2%, which is above 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 8%.
Overall, ZIP code 11249 in Brooklyn, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 45,353 residents, a median household income of $121,400, and a median home value of $1,326,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.