| ZIP Code | 11968 |
|---|---|
| City | Southampton |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 83 ft |
| Latitude | 40.900359 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.428605 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.2% ▲ 76% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 37 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,056 (19.3%) |
| Some College | 692 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 608 (5.7%) |
| Bachelors | 864 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,411 (60.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $146,138 ▲ 92% above avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,171,100 ▲ 320% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,068/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,444 |
| Vacant Units | 4,905 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,444 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4,905 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 11968 is located in Southampton, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 14,263, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.9 years. Economically, 11968 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $146,138 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11968 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,171,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,068 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 11968 is primarily White (70.59%). Residents are highly educated — 68.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11968 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 55%.
Overall, ZIP code 11968 in Southampton, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,263 residents, a median household income of $146,138, and a median home value of $1,171,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.