| ZIP Code | 11976 |
|---|---|
| City | Water Mill |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 32 ft |
| Latitude | 40.929237 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.34741 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 53.2 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 79.9% ▲ 106% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 28% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 283 (14.8%) |
| Some College | 67 (3.5%) |
| Associates | 35 (1.8%) |
| Bachelors | 34 (1.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,498 (78.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $158,000 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $2,000,000+ ▲ 617% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 12.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $3,200/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,550 |
| Vacant Units | 1,410 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,550 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,410 |
| Owner Occupied | 90.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 9.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
ZIP code 11976 is located in Water Mill, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 2,447, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 53.2 years. Economically, 11976 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $158,000 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11976 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $2,000,000+ is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $3,200 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 90.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 11976 is primarily White (87.25%). Residents are highly educated — 79.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11976 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. A notably high share of workers — 42% — 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 38%.
Overall, ZIP code 11976 in Water Mill, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,447 residents, a median household income of $158,000, and a median home value of $2,000,000+, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.