| ZIP Code | 11762 |
|---|---|
| City | Massapequa Park |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Nassau County |
| Area Code | 363/516/631/934 |
| Elevation | 23 ft |
| Latitude | 40.682744 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.446664 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.92 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 59.7% ▲ 54% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,473 (22.1%) |
| Some College | 1,162 (7.4%) |
| Associates | 1,655 (10.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,297 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,102 (51.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $170,799 ▲ 124% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $623,000 ▲ 123% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,886/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,783 |
| Vacant Units | 156 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,783 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 156 |
| Owner Occupied | 98.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 1.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
ZIP code 11762 is located in Massapequa Park, New York, within Nassau County. With a population of 22,447, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 11762 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $170,799 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11762 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $623,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,886 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 98.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 11762 is primarily White (88.58%). Residents are well-educated — 59.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11762 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 11762 in Massapequa Park, NY is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,447 residents, a median household income of $170,799, and a median home value of $623,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.