ZIP Code 11238, New York
ZIP Code 11238 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 11238 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Kings County, New York. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 58,345. The land area covers 1.85 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58,345 | ±2,167 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs | ±0.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 27,919 | ±811 | 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 | 30,335 | ±767 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 27,919 | ±811 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,416 | ±458 |
| Median Home Value | $1,099,700 | ±$57,608 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,616 | ±$89 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $134,523 | ±$11,270 |
| Per Capita Income | $89,023 | ±$4,100 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,032 | ±1,193 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.9% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 35,430 | ±1,474 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±1.5% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | ASTORIA, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NEW YORK, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | BROOKLYN, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BRONX, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | BRONX, NY | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | LONG ISLAND CITY, NY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | BROOKLYN, NY |
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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CUNY Medgar Evers College
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College | 0.6 mi away | 1650 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11225 |
7182704900
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BOOKMOBILE (TRANSIT VAN)
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 10 GRAND ARMY PLAZA, BROOKLYN, NY, 11238 | — |
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Associated Beth Rivkah Schools
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College | 0.9 mi away | 310 Crown Street, Brooklyn, NY, 11225-0000 |
7187350400
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BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 10 GRAND ARMY PLAZA, BROOKLYN, NY, 11238 |
(718) 230-2100
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Talmudical Seminary Oholei Torah
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College | 1.1 mi away | 667 Eastern Pky, Brooklyn, NY, 11213 |
7183632034
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KIDSMOBILE
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 10 GRAND ARMY PLAZA, BROOKLYN, NY, 11238 | — |
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St. Joseph's University-New York
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College | 1.3 mi away | 245 Clinton Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11205-3688 |
7189405300
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TECHMOBILE
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 10 GRAND ARMY PLAZA, BROOKLYN, NY, 11238 | — |
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Pratt Institute-Main
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College | 1.4 mi away | 200 Willoughby Ave, Brooklyn, NY, 11205 |
7186363600
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PARK SLOPE
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 431 6TH AVENUE, BROOKLYN, NY, 11215 |
(718) 832-1853
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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 NY AVE V BROOKLYN, NY US, located 5.4 miles from ZCTA5 11238. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.7° | 27.5° | 33.6° | 3.53" | 6.5" |
| February | 42.4° | 29.1° | 35.7° | 2.97" | 8.5" |
| March | 49.7° | 35.2° | 42.5° | 4.37" | 4.4" |
| April | 60.5° | 44.8° | 52.7° | 3.85" | 0.6" |
| May | 70.5° | 54.4° | 62.4° | 4.03" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.3° | 64.0° | 71.6° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 70.3° | 77.5° | 4.85" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.3° | 68.9° | 76.1° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.5° | 62.4° | 69.5° | 3.92" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.0° | 51.2° | 58.1° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| November | 54.3° | 41.4° | 47.9° | 3.23" | 0.2" |
| December | 44.5° | 33.2° | 38.9° | 4.00" | 4.3" |
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 York city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Jersey City city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
| Hoboken city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Union City city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
| Bayonne city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| West New York town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 11238. • 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.