| ZIP Code | 11370 |
|---|---|
| City | East Elmhurst |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Queens County |
| Area Code | 332/347/718/917/929 |
| Elevation | 27 ft |
| Latitude | 40.765393 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.894216 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.84 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 36.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 9.7% ▲ 98% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,130 (6.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,309 (39.5%) |
| Some College | 1,805 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 1,431 (7.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,589 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,247 (28.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,895 ≈ Avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $843,600 ▲ 203% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 11.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,071/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,679 |
| Vacant Units | 2,915 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,679 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,915 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
ZIP code 11370 is located in East Elmhurst, New York, within Queens County. With a population of 28,762, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.3 years. Economically, 11370 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,895 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11370 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $843,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,071 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.7%) and renters (51.3%). Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 11370 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 39.0%. Residents are moderately educated — 36.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11370 stands at 9.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 31%.
Overall, ZIP code 11370 in East Elmhurst, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 28,762 residents, a median household income of $74,895, and a median home value of $843,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.