| ZIP Code | 11566 |
|---|---|
| City | Merrick |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Area Code | 363/516/631/934 |
| Elevation | 18 ft |
| Latitude | 40.662291 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.556443 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.04 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.3% ▲ 71% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 311 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,269 (18.3%) |
| Some College | 1,452 (6.2%) |
| Associates | 1,851 (7.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,733 (7.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,743 (58.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $169,868 ▲ 123% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $679,000 ▲ 144% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,803/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,723 |
| Vacant Units | 160 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,723 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 160 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
ZIP code 11566 is located in Merrick, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 35,172, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 11566 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $169,868 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11566 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $679,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,803 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 11566 is primarily White (79.26%). Residents are highly educated — 66.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11566 stands at 4.0%, which is 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 11566 in Merrick, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,172 residents, a median household income of $169,868, and a median home value of $679,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.