| ZIP Code | 11961 |
|---|---|
| City | Ridge |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 64 ft |
| Latitude | 40.903814 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.88588 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.7 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.20 |
| Below Poverty | 3.7% ▼ 63% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.9% ▲ 11% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 121 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,890 (31.1%) |
| Some College | 1,140 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 1,151 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,053 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,936 (31.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,134 ▲ 13% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $402,600 ▲ 44% above avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,984/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,142 |
| Vacant Units | 567 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,142 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 567 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.20 |
ZIP code 11961 is located in Ridge, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 12,436, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.7 years. Economically, 11961 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,134 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11961 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $402,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,984 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 37% since 2019.
The population of 11961 is primarily White (86.15%). Residents are well-educated — 42.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11961 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 11961 in Ridge, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,436 residents, a median household income of $86,134, and a median home value of $402,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.