| ZIP Code | 11965 |
|---|---|
| City | Shelter Island Heights |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 55 ft |
| Latitude | 41.082501 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.303379 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 59.8 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.45 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 84.9% ▲ 119% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 3 (1%) |
| Associates | 44 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 265 (84.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median Home Value | $1,092,200 ▲ 292% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Total Units | 789 |
| Vacant Units | 504 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 789 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 504 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.45 |
ZIP code 11965 is located in Shelter Island Heights, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 421, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 59.8 years.
Real estate in ZIP code 11965 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,092,200 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 79.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 11965 is primarily White (98.34%). Residents are highly educated — 84.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.5%.
A notably high share of workers — 36% — 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 31%.
Overall, ZIP code 11965 in Shelter Island Heights, NY is characterized as highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.