11581 ZIP Code
Valley Stream, New york
December 29, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 11581 |
| City/Town: | Valley Stream |
| County: | Nassau |
| State: | New york |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 22,770 |
| Median Household Income: | $135,060 |
| Per Capita Income: | $60,048 |
| Total Housing Units: | 7,433 |
| Median Home Value: | $623,700 |
| Land Area: | 2.7 sq miles
7.1 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.2 sq miles
0.4 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.6510, -73.7153 |
Population Information (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 22,770 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 10,848 | 47.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 11,922 | 52.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 38.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,257 | 5.5% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,535 | 6.7% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,824 | 8.0% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,569 | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,457 | 6.4% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,505 | 11.0% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,313 | 14.5% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 2,877 | 12.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,395 | 6.1% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,370 | 6.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,918 | 8.4% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,154 | 5.1% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 596 | 2.6% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $623,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.6 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,960 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 7,433 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 7,011 | 94.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 422 | 5.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,792 | 82.6% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,219 | 17.4% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 15,128 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 915 | 6.0% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 475 | 3.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,083 | 20.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,097 | 13.9% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,092 | 7.2% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 4,430 | 29.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 3,036 | 20.1% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 90.8% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 49.4% | 34.3% |
Income Information (11581 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $135,060 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $158,284 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $155,346 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $60,048 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 11,878 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 11,274 | 95.2% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 571 | 4.8% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 5,796 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 8,737 | 77.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,053 | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 470 | 4.2% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 14 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 10,360 | 45.5% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 3,826 | 16.8% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 20 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 3,761 | 16.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 2,847 | 12.5% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,956 | 8.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 4,519 | 19.8% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 3,913 | 17.2% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 24 | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 843 | 3.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 39 | 0.2% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 3,007 | 13.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (11581 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 119 | 1.7% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 108 | 1.5% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 143 | 2.0% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 280 | 4.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 470 | 6.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 720 | 10.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 782 | 11.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,271 | 18.1% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,224 | 17.5% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,894 | 27.0% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (11581 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 5,866 | 52.0% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 820 | 7.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 1,588 | 14.1% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 389 | 3.5% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 362 | 3.2% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,960 | 17.4% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 40.0 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (11581 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 21 | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 428 | 3.8% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 302 | 2.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 312 | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,121 | 9.9% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 879 | 7.8% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 147 | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 971 | 8.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 1,335 | 11.8% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,999 | 35.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 679 | 6.0% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 422 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 658 | 5.8% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 6.1% | 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 (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 21,927 | 96.3% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 17,411 | 76.5% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 7,313 | 32.1% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 810 | 3.6% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (11581 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 5,793 | 82.6% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,483 | 35.4% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,050 | 29.2% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 352 | 5.0% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 92 | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 256 | 3.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (11581 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 6,013 | 80.9% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 298 | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 558 | 7.5% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 80 | 1.1% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 211 | 2.8% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 260 | 3.5% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 13 | 0.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (11581 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 114 | 1.5% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 132 | 1.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 35 | 0.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 11 | 0.1% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 431 | 5.8% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,447 | 19.5% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 2,347 | 31.6% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 846 | 11.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,070 | 27.8% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (11581 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 163 | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 379 | 5.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,068 | 14.4% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,895 | 38.9% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,159 | 29.0% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 769 | 10.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (11581 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 4,537 | 64.7% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 86 | 1.2% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 209 | 3.0% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 2,135 | 30.5% | 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: | 21 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 23 | 0.3% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (11581 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 458 | 6.5% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,358 | 33.6% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 2,667 | 38.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,528 | 21.8% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (11581 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 109 | 1.9% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 42 | 0.7% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 55 | 0.9% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 12 | 0.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 0 | 0.0% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 1,157 | 20.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 4,051 | 69.9% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 366 | 6.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (11581 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $3,611 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $1,501 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,960 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.37 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.67 | 2.38 |
Households (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 7,011 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 4,664 | 66.5% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 2,396 | 34.2% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 868 | 12.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,382 | 19.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,113 | 44.4% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,562 | 36.5% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 3.25 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.72 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (11581 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 8,425 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 2,658 | 31.5% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,281 | 62.7% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 271 | 3.2% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 214 | 2.5% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,200 | 38.0% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (11581 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 6,512 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 340 | 5.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 253 | 3.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,569 | 39.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,714 | 26.3% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,636 | 25.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 16,937 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 442 | 2.6% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 22,737 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,918 | 8.4% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 183 | 9.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 752 | 39.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 983 | 51.3% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (11581 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 20,023 | 87.9% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,515 | 11.0% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 341 | 13.6% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 2,122 | 84.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 154 | 6.1% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 52 | 2.1% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (11581 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 15,298 | 67.2% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 540 | 2.4% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 7,472 | 1383.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 7,472 | 1383.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 7,472 | 1383.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 758 | 140.4% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 324 | 60.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 4,150 | 768.5% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 21 | 3.9% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (11581 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 21,513 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 14,310 | 66.5% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 7,203 | 33.5% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 2,501 | 11.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 2,850 | 13.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 813 | 3.8% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 1,039 | 4.8% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (11581 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 7,011 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 6,703 | 95.6% | 89.4% |
Valley Stream, NY11581