| ZIP Code | 11598 |
|---|---|
| City | Woodmere |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Area Code | 363/516 |
| Elevation | 27 ft |
| Latitude | 40.630935 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.712339 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.7 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.69 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.7% ▲ 95% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.7% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 164 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 797 (10.7%) |
| Some College | 242 (3.3%) |
| Associates | 603 (8.1%) |
| Bachelors | 248 (3.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,378 (72.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $181,574 ▲ 138% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,000,200 ▲ 259% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,405/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,079 |
| Vacant Units | 273 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,079 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 273 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.69 |
ZIP code 11598 is located in Woodmere, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 14,316, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.7 years. Economically, 11598 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $181,574 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11598 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,000,200 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,405 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 11598 is primarily White (81.96%). Residents are highly educated — 75.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.0%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11598 stands at 5.7%, which is above the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 11598 in Woodmere, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,316 residents, a median household income of $181,574, and a median home value of $1,000,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.