| ZIP Code | 11937 |
|---|---|
| City | East Hampton |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 4 ft |
| Latitude | 40.994548 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.198754 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 13.3% ▲ 33% above avg |
| College Grads | 61.7% ▲ 59% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 268 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,230 (21.8%) |
| Some College | 956 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 1,214 (8.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,109 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,034 (54.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $122,489 ▲ 61% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,009,100 ▲ 262% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,904/mo ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,277 |
| Vacant Units | 5,644 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,277 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5,644 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 11937 is located in East Hampton, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 21,806, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.3 years. Economically, 11937 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $122,489 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11937 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,009,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,904 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 11937 is majority White (61.33%). Residents are highly educated — 61.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.3%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11937 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 11937 in East Hampton, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,806 residents, a median household income of $122,489, and a median home value of $1,009,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.