| ZIP Code | 11954 |
|---|---|
| City | Montauk |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 2 ft |
| Latitude | 41.046357 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -71.948827 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.2 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.8% ▲ 52% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ▲ 8% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 18 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 650 (22%) |
| Some College | 128 (4.3%) |
| Associates | 424 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 283 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,456 (49.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $129,375 ▲ 70% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,186,400 ▲ 326% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,061/mo ↓ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,565 |
| Vacant Units | 2,947 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,565 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,947 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 11954 is located in Montauk, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 4,073, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.2 years. Economically, 11954 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $129,375 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11954 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,186,400 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,061 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 11954 is primarily White (89.07%). Residents are well-educated — 58.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11954 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 11954 in Montauk, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,073 residents, a median household income of $129,375, and a median home value of $1,186,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.