| ZIP Code | 11385 |
|---|---|
| City | Ridgewood |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Queens County |
| Area Code | 347/718 |
| Elevation | 143 ft |
| Latitude | 40.700647 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.889423 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.9% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.5% ▲ 32% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,866 (4.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 20,398 (30.6%) |
| Some College | 6,796 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 6,022 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 5,930 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24,666 (37%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,365 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $842,800 ▲ 202% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,959/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 40,175 |
| Vacant Units | 2,589 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 40,175 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,589 |
| Owner Occupied | 30.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 69.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 11385 is located in Ridgewood, New York, within Queens County. With a population of 103,865, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.1 years. Economically, 11385 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,365 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11385 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $842,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,959 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 69.7% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 11385 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 45.4%. Residents are well-educated — 45.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.4%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11385 stands at 6.5%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 25%.
Overall, ZIP code 11385 in Ridgewood, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 103,865 residents, a median household income of $87,365, and a median home value of $842,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.