11221 ZIP Code
Brooklyn, New york
December 30, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 11221 |
| City/Town: | Brooklyn |
| County: | Kings |
| State: | New york |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 91,236 |
| Median Household Income: | $77,600 |
| Per Capita Income: | $45,118 |
| Total Housing Units: | 37,962 |
| Median Home Value: | $1,082,200 |
| Land Area: | 1.4 sq miles
3.6 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.0 sq miles
0.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.6914, -73.9276 |
Population Information (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 91,236 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 42,539 | 46.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 48,697 | 53.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 32.3 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 4,616 | 5.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 4,278 | 4.7% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 4,439 | 4.9% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 4,080 | 4.5% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 8,694 | 9.5% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 24,749 | 27.1% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 12,690 | 13.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 10,143 | 11.1% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 4,344 | 4.8% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 3,910 | 4.3% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 5,543 | 6.1% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 2,643 | 2.9% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 1,107 | 1.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $1,082,200 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.1 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,937 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 37,962 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 35,245 | 92.8% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,717 | 7.2% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 7,467 | 21.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 27,778 | 78.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 65,129 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 4,840 | 7.4% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 5,233 | 8.0% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 15,786 | 24.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 8,866 | 13.6% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 3,838 | 5.9% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 17,249 | 26.5% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 9,317 | 14.3% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 84.5% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 40.8% | 34.3% |
Income Information (11221 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $77,600 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $104,627 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $82,994 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $45,118 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 53,718 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 49,132 | 91.5% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 4,586 | 8.5% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 23,483 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 39,836 | 81.1% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 6,574 | 13.4% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 2,722 | 5.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 21,286 | 23.3% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 39,370 | 43.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 693 | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 4,668 | 5.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 82 | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 14,770 | 16.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 10,367 | 11.4% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 22,378 | 24.5% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 28,299 | 31.0% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 4,970 | 5.4% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 8,211 | 9.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 382 | 0.4% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 14,736 | 16.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (11221 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 2,547 | 7.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 2,250 | 6.4% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 2,499 | 7.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 2,481 | 7.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 2,823 | 8.0% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 4,548 | 12.9% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 4,319 | 12.3% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 6,619 | 18.8% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 3,044 | 8.6% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 4,115 | 11.7% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (11221 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 6,849 | 13.9% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,496 | 3.0% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 27,263 | 55.5% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 2,371 | 4.8% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 2,864 | 5.8% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 7,210 | 14.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 43.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (11221 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 21 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 2,210 | 4.5% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,384 | 2.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 727 | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 4,686 | 9.5% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 3,457 | 7.0% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 3,015 | 6.1% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 2,869 | 5.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 8,057 | 16.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 11,749 | 23.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 6,595 | 13.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 2,521 | 5.1% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,841 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 21.5% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 83,371 | 91.4% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 55,570 | 60.9% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 37,776 | 41.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 7,626 | 8.4% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (11221 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 28,673 | 81.4% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 7,003 | 19.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 4,191 | 11.9% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 2,489 | 7.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 2,131 | 6.0% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 7,612 | 21.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (11221 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 897 | 2.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 2,889 | 7.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 6,644 | 17.5% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 10,361 | 27.3% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 6,663 | 17.6% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 3,352 | 8.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 7,087 | 18.7% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 69 | 0.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (11221 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 73 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 3,600 | 9.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 2,683 | 7.1% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 2,112 | 5.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,313 | 3.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,304 | 6.1% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,522 | 4.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,274 | 3.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,603 | 4.2% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 21,478 | 56.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (11221 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 2,201 | 5.8% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 7,055 | 18.6% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 14,547 | 38.3% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 9,772 | 25.7% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 3,073 | 8.1% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 1,314 | 3.5% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (11221 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 25,437 | 72.2% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 1,057 | 3.0% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 5,785 | 16.4% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 2,021 | 5.7% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 188 | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 757 | 2.1% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (11221 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 22,083 | 62.7% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 10,426 | 29.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,109 | 6.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 627 | 1.8% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (11221 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 302 | 4.0% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 28 | 0.4% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 151 | 2.0% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 54 | 0.7% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 124 | 1.7% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 653 | 8.7% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 1,933 | 25.9% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 4,222 | 56.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (11221 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $3,649 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $941 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,937 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.96 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.42 | 2.38 |
Households (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 35,245 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 8,287 | 23.5% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 3,328 | 9.4% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 8,342 | 23.7% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 15,307 | 43.4% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 8,227 | 23.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 7,373 | 20.9% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.53 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.26 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (11221 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 36,351 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 21,906 | 60.3% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 10,665 | 29.3% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 520 | 1.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 2,080 | 5.7% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 25,257 | 69.5% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (11221 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 20,209 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 1,248 | 6.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 531 | 2.6% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 7,260 | 35.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 3,589 | 17.8% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 7,581 | 37.5% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 75,467 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,039 | 1.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 90,997 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 8,901 | 9.8% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 490 | 5.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 4,890 | 54.9% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 3,521 | 39.6% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (11221 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 77,527 | 85.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 12,965 | 14.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 7,265 | 56.0% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 5,257 | 40.5% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 1,921 | 14.8% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 443 | 3.4% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (11221 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 68,208 | 74.8% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 3,601 | 3.9% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 23,028 | 639.5% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 23,028 | 639.5% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 23,028 | 639.5% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 1,921 | 53.3% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 1,620 | 45.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 137 | 3.8% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 15,645 | 434.5% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 235 | 6.5% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (11221 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 86,620 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 56,493 | 65.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 30,127 | 34.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 21,222 | 24.5% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 4,889 | 5.6% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 2,183 | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 1,833 | 2.1% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (11221 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 35,245 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 32,778 | 93.0% | 89.4% |
Brooklyn, NY11221