| ZIP Code | 11579 |
|---|---|
| City | Sea Cliff |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Area Code | 363/516 |
| Elevation | 165 ft |
| Latitude | 40.844018 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.644089 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs ↓ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.84 |
| Below Poverty | 1.6% ▼ 85% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.1% ▲ 78% above avg |
| Unemployment | 12.8% ▲ 162% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 30 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 584 (17.9%) |
| Some College | 118 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 277 (8.5%) |
| Bachelors | 248 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,011 (61.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $185,650 ▲ 143% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $926,500 ▲ 232% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,268/mo |
| Total Units | 1,977 |
| Vacant Units | 218 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,977 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 218 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
ZIP code 11579 is located in Sea Cliff, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 5,037, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 11579 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $185,650 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11579 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $926,500 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,268 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 11579 is primarily White (86.92%). Residents are highly educated — 69.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.6%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11579 stands at 12.8%, which is more than double the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 11579 in Sea Cliff, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,037 residents, a median household income of $185,650, and a median home value of $926,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.