| ZIP Code | 11559 |
|---|---|
| City | Lawrence |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Area Code | 363/516/718 |
| Elevation | 18 ft |
| Latitude | 40.602924 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.714434 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.46 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.3% ▲ 63% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 84 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 741 (16.2%) |
| Some College | 206 (4.5%) |
| Associates | 651 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 133 (2.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,769 (60.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $156,429 ▲ 105% above avg ↑ 61% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,108,200 ▲ 297% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 7.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,031/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,849 |
| Vacant Units | 219 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,849 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 219 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.46 |
ZIP code 11559 is located in Lawrence, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 9,130, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 11559 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $156,429 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11559 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,108,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,031 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 11559 is primarily White (76.02%). Residents are highly educated — 63.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 61% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11559 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 11559 in Lawrence, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,130 residents, a median household income of $156,429, and a median home value of $1,108,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.