| ZIP Code | 11552 |
|---|---|
| City | West Hempstead |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Area Code | 363/516/718 |
| Elevation | 43 ft |
| Latitude | 40.691752 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.654204 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.47 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.7% ▲ 46% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 428 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,455 (21.4%) |
| Some College | 1,442 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 1,682 (10.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,403 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,757 (48%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $153,192 ▲ 101% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $615,800 ▲ 121% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,185/mo ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,736 |
| Vacant Units | 259 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,736 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 259 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.47 |
ZIP code 11552 is located in West Hempstead, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 26,053, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.4 years. Economically, 11552 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $153,192 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11552 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $615,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,185 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 11552 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.8%. Residents are well-educated — 56.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11552 stands at 5.8%, 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 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 11552 in West Hempstead, NY is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 26,053 residents, a median household income of $153,192, and a median home value of $615,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.