| ZIP Code | 11978 |
|---|---|
| City | Westhampton Beach |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Suffolk County |
| Area Code | 631/934 |
| Elevation | 8 ft |
| Latitude | 40.825621 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -72.637502 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36103 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 65.1% ▲ 68% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 71 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 497 (16.7%) |
| Some College | 270 (9.1%) |
| Associates | 202 (6.8%) |
| Bachelors | 139 (4.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,801 (60.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $108,938 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $1,045,100 ▲ 275% above avg ↑ 55% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 9.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,079/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,936 |
| Vacant Units | 2,313 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,936 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,313 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 11978 is located in Westhampton Beach, New York, within Suffolk County. With a population of 4,376, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.1 years. Economically, 11978 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $108,938 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 11978 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $1,045,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,079 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 55% since 2019.
The population of 11978 is primarily White (72.35%). Residents are highly educated — 65.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.9%. Household income has grown by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 11978 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 11978 in Westhampton Beach, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,376 residents, a median household income of $108,938, and a median home value of $1,045,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.