ZIP Code 10956, New York
ZIP Code 10956 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 10956 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Rockland County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,898. The land area covers 15.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,898 | ±1,617 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 9,825 | ±389 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 10,040 | ±393 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 9,825 | ±389 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 215 | ±126 |
| Median Home Value | $662,400 | ±$13,841 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,064 | ±$297 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $177,952 | ±$15,876 |
| Per Capita Income | $63,150 | ±$2,913 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.8% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,187 | ±396 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,797 | ±830 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 97.1% | ±1.2% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 348,144 (2024)
ID: 131197
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY EXECUTIVE
11 NEW HEMPSTEAD RD, STE 100, NEW CITY NY 10956-3665
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | NANUET, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | NEW ROCHELLE, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | ELMSFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-06 | ELMSFORD, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-05 | EASTCHESTER, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | OSSINING, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ARDSLEY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | ARDSLEY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | WYCKOFF, NJ | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | WAYNE, NJ |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Capri Cosmetology Learning Centers
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College Vocational | 4.1 mi away | 251 West Route 59, Nanuet, NY, 10954 |
8452475468
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WEST NYACK FREE LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 65 STRAWTOWN ROAD, WEST NYACK, NY, 10994 |
(845) 358-6081
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Bais Medrash Elyon
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College | 4.8 mi away | 73 Main Street, Monsey, NY, 10952 |
8453712481
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FINKELSTEIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 24 CHESTNUT STREET, SPRING VALLEY, NY, 10977 |
(845) 352-5700
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Rabbinical College Beth Shraga
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College | 4.9 mi away | 28 Saddle River Rd, Monsey, NY, 10952-3033 |
8453561980
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NANUET PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.4 mi away | 149 CHURCH STREET, NANUET, NY, 10954 |
(845) 623-4281
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Beth Medrash Meor Yitzchok
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College | 5.1 mi away | 85 Dykstras Way East, Monsey, NY, 10952-4023 |
8454263488
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THE NYACK LIBRARY
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Library | 6.0 mi away | 59 SOUTH BROADWAY, NYACK, NY, 10960 |
(845) 358-3370
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Bais Medrash of Dexter Park
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College | 5.7 mi away | 445 South Pascack Road, Chestnut Ridge, NY, 10977 |
8457352807
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PEARL RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 80 FRANKLIN AVENUE, PEARL RIVER, NY, 10965 |
(845) 735-4084
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at YORKTOWN HTS 1W, NY US, located 12.8 miles from ZCTA5 10956. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35.5° | 16.7° | 26.1° | 3.72" | 8.8" |
| February | 38.6° | 17.9° | 28.2° | 3.06" | 12.6" |
| March | 46.8° | 25.4° | 36.1° | 4.10" | 8.2" |
| April | 59.7° | 35.9° | 47.8° | 3.89" | 1.8" |
| May | 69.6° | 45.9° | 57.7° | 3.91" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.0° | 55.2° | 66.6° | 5.00" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.0° | 60.8° | 71.9° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.1° | 59.3° | 70.2° | 4.28" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.4° | 51.9° | 63.1° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.5° | 40.9° | 51.7° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| November | 51.4° | 31.5° | 41.4° | 4.24" | 0.5" |
| December | 40.8° | 23.3° | 32.0° | 4.37" | 7.6" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| New City CDP | CDP | 0.2 mi | — |
| New Square village | Village | 2.1 mi | — |
| Congers CDP | CDP | 2.5 mi | — |
| Hillcrest CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Bardonia CDP | CDP | 2.9 mi | — |
| New Hempstead village | Village | 3.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 10956. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.