US ZIP Code
11550

Hempstead, NY

Nassau County  ·  New York

● Active
👥 60,658 Population ↑ 5% since 2019
💰 $86,904 Median HH Income
▲ 14% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎂 37.0 Median Age ↑ 9% since 2019
🏠 $446,500 Median Home Value
▲ 60% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019
🎓 32.7% College Grads
▼ 16% below avg
📊 9.3% Unemployment
▲ 89% above avg ↑ 108% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code11550
CityHempstead
StateNew York (NY)
CountyNassau County
Area Code363/516/718
Elevation58 ft
Latitude40.701475
Longitude-73.621108
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS36059
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 48.4% (29,383) Female 51.6% (31,275) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 6.5%Hispanic: 44.5%Black: 42.6%Asian: 2.4%Other: 3.2%Race
White6.5%
Hispanic44.5%
Black42.6%
Asian2.4%
Other3.2%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
6%
5–17
17%
18–24
9%
25–44
28%
45–64
26%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age37.0 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019
Avg Household Size3.30
Below Poverty14.0% ▲ 40% above avg
College Grads32.7% ▼ 16% below avg
Unemployment9.3% ▲ 89% above avg
No HS Diploma2,219 (6.3%)
HS Graduate13,053 (37%)
Some College3,485 (9.9%)
Associates5,003 (14.2%)
Bachelors3,093 (8.8%)
Graduate Degree8,469 (24%)

Education

No HS: 6.3%HS Grad: 37%Some College: 9.9%Associates: 14.2%Bachelors: 8.8%Graduate: 24%Edu
No HS6.3%
HS Grad37.0%
Some College9.9%
Associates14.2%
Bachelors8.8%
Graduate24.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 48.1%Renter: 51.9%Tenure
Owner48.1%
Renter51.9%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
3%
$50k–100k
1%
$100k–150k
1%
$150k–200k
1%
$200k–300k
8%
$300k–500k
52%
Over $500k
32%

Financials

Median HH Income$86,904 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Median Home Value$446,500 ▲ 60% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$1,647/mo ↑ 13% since 2019
Total Units19,579
Vacant Units1,554
Avg HH Size3.30

Income Distribution

Under $25k
17%
$25k–50k
13%
$50k–75k
14%
$75k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
18%
$150k–200k
12%
Over $200k
17%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
68%
Public Transit
21%
Walked
3%
Work From Home
8%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
13%
15–30 min
34%
30–45 min
32%
Over 45 min
21%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
11%
1940s–1950s
22%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
3%
2000+
60%

Summary

Total Units19,579
Vacant1,554
Owner Occupied48.1%
Renter Occupied51.9%
Avg HH Size3.30
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 11550 is in Hempstead, NY, in Nassau County.
ZIP code 11550 is located in New York (NY).
ZIP code 11550 is in Nassau County, NY.
ZIP 11550 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 11550 is 60,658 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 11550 is $86,904 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 11550 is $446,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 11550

ZIP code 11550 is located in Hempstead, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 60,658, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37 years. Economically, 11550 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,904 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 11550 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $446,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,647 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.1%) and renters (51.9%). Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.

The population of 11550 is racially diverse, with Hispanic as the largest group at 44.5%. Residents are moderately educated — 32.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.0%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 11550 stands at 9.3%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.

Overall, ZIP code 11550 in Hempstead, NY is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 60,658 residents, a median household income of $86,904, and a median home value of $446,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.