| ZIP Code | 11747 |
|---|---|
| City | Melville |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 934 |
| Elevation | 130 ft |
| Latitude | 40.783762 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.409295 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 4.5% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.3% ▲ 81% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.9% ▲ 62% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 315 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,791 (12.3%) |
| Some College | 882 (6%) |
| Associates | 1,344 (9.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,061 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,200 (63%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $154,914 ▲ 103% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $747,900 ▲ 168% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,501/mo ↑ 49% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,871 |
| Vacant Units | 296 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,871 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 296 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 11747 is located in Melville, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 19,826, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.3 years. Economically, 11747 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $154,914 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11747 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $747,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,501 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 11747 is primarily White (83.32%). Residents are highly educated — 70.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.5%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11747 stands at 7.9%, which is significantly 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 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 11747 in Melville, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,826 residents, a median household income of $154,914, and a median home value of $747,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.