| ZIP Code | 11957 |
|---|---|
| City | Orient |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Latitude | 41.202981 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.117081 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 63.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.73 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 58% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.8% ▲ 67% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 180 (17.6%) |
| Some College | 93 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 86 (8.4%) |
| Bachelors | 75 (7.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 587 (57.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,293 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $923,500 ▲ 231% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 10.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 1,095 |
| Vacant Units | 439 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.73 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,095 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 439 |
| Owner Occupied | 96.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.73 |
ZIP code 11957 is located in Orient, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 1,152, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 63.9 years. Economically, 11957 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,293 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11957 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $923,500 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 96.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 11957 is primarily White (95.66%). Residents are highly educated — 64.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11957 stands at 9.1%, which is significantly above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 31% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 56%.
Overall, ZIP code 11957 in Orient, NY is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,152 residents, a median household income of $88,293, and a median home value of $923,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.