| ZIP Code | 11971 |
|---|---|
| City | Southold |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 18 ft |
| Latitude | 41.064714 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.42906 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.8 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 3.5% ▼ 65% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.1% ▲ 58% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 133 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 836 (18.7%) |
| Some College | 385 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 389 (8.7%) |
| Bachelors | 356 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,382 (53.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $124,097 ▲ 63% above avg ↑ 63% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $762,700 ▲ 174% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,240/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,963 |
| Vacant Units | 1,326 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,963 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,326 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 11971 is located in Southold, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 6,507, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.8 years. Economically, 11971 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $124,097 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11971 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $762,700 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,240 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 11971 is primarily White (78.47%). Residents are highly educated — 61.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.5%. Household income has grown by 63% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11971 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 11971 in Southold, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,507 residents, a median household income of $124,097, and a median home value of $762,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.