| ZIP Code | 11509 |
|---|---|
| City | Atlantic Beach |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Area Code | 363/516 |
| Elevation | 13 ft |
| Latitude | 40.587963 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.728528 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.4 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 1.7% ▼ 83% below avg |
| College Grads | 67.7% ▲ 75% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 68% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 215 (15.8%) |
| Some College | 133 (9.8%) |
| Associates | 87 (6.4%) |
| Bachelors | 113 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 805 (59.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $162,500 ▲ 113% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $991,000 ▲ 255% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,125/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,193 |
| Vacant Units | 449 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,193 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 449 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 11509 is located in Atlantic Beach, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 1,747, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.4 years. Economically, 11509 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $162,500 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11509 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $991,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,125 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 11509 is primarily White (91.59%). Residents are highly educated — 67.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.7%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11509 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 11509 in Atlantic Beach, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,747 residents, a median household income of $162,500, and a median home value of $991,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.