| ZIP Code | 11786 |
|---|---|
| City | Shoreham |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 115 ft |
| Latitude | 40.951398 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.888417 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.26 |
| Below Poverty | 2.0% ▼ 80% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 189 (4.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 868 (21%) |
| Some College | 382 (9.2%) |
| Associates | 411 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 521 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,764 (42.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $161,250 ▲ 111% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $539,900 ▲ 94% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,955/mo ↓ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,951 |
| Vacant Units | 56 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,951 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 56 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.26 |
ZIP code 11786 is located in Shoreham, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 6,348, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 11786 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $161,250 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11786 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $539,900 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,955 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 11786 is primarily White (83.19%). Residents are well-educated — 55.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.0%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11786 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 11786 in Shoreham, NY is characterized as affluent, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,348 residents, a median household income of $161,250, and a median home value of $539,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.