| ZIP Code | 11790 |
|---|---|
| City | Stony Brook |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 175 ft |
| Latitude | 40.907804 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.127479 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 23.0 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 3.0% ▼ 70% below avg |
| College Grads | 74.3% ▲ 92% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 46% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 82 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,054 (12.9%) |
| Some College | 371 (4.5%) |
| Associates | 592 (7.2%) |
| Bachelors | 724 (8.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,354 (65.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $157,695 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $590,000 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,652/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,856 |
| Vacant Units | 353 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,856 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 353 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 11790 is located in Stony Brook, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 19,934, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 23 years. Economically, 11790 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $157,695 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11790 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $590,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,652 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 11790 is majority White (59.97%). Residents are highly educated — 74.3% 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 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11790 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 11790 in Stony Brook, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,934 residents, a median household income of $157,695, and a median home value of $590,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.