| City: | Hempstead, New York |
| Names to Avoid: | Hofstra Univ |
| County: | Nassau County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:38:31 PM |
| Population: | 2,337 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 363 / 516 / 631 / 718 / 929 / 934 |
| Classification: | Unique [Company/Government] |
| Coordinates: | 40.7173, -73.6028 |
| Land Area: | 0.24 sq mi |
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Hofstra University, a private institution founded in 1935 on the estate of lumber magnate William S. Hofstra, operates under dedicated ZIP code 11549 in Nassau County. Originally established as an extension of New York University under the name Nassau College, Hofstra became Long Island's first private university in 1963. The 244-acre campus in Hempstead includes a nationally registered arboretum and has hosted three consecutive U.S. presidential debates (2008, 2012, 2016). This unique postal designation has served the university for over two decades.
The 2020 Census counted 2,337 residents with a median age of 20.3 years, reflecting the predominantly student population. Nearly all residents (2,300) live in non-institutional group quarters, consistent with dormitory housing. The 0.24-square-mile campus spans 80 ZIP+4 delivery codes. Census ACS data shows 66% of workers in the Educational/Healthcare industry. Census County Business Patterns reports 8 establishments employing 3,218 workers. Hempstead serves as the valid mailing city within New York's 4th Congressional District.
| Population: | 2,337 |
| Median Age: | 20.3 |
| Housing Units: | 13 |
| Establishments: | 8 |
| Employment: | 3,218 |
| Residential: | 0 |
| Business: | 6 |
Buildings registered in the USPS ZIP+4 database with designated codes for direct mail delivery.
ZIP Code 11549 has 2,337 residents and 9 households (average 4.11 persons per household). The median age is 20.3 years, significantly younger than the state (39.0) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 39.7% male and 60.3% female, which is much lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (65.5%, much higher than the state average of 55.2%) and Black or African American (12.2%, slightly lower than the state average of 14.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 10.5%, which is much lower than the state average (19.5%).
Explore More: Population Over Time By Age & Gender By Race By Gender Nativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 2,337Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 2,359Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 9,737.5 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 9Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 4.11Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 8.75Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 2,740 | 2,567 | 2,429 | 2,337 | 2,864 | 2,920 | 2,918 | 2,901 | 2,803 | 2,728 | 2,692 | 2,508 | 2,420 | 2,359 |
| Decennial Census | 2,922 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 2,337 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 20.3
Male Median Age: 20.3
Female Median Age: 20.3
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 0 | 1 | 1 | 394 | 506 | 25 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 5 | 0 | 5 | 610 | 755 | 24 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 5 | 1 | 6 | 1,004 | 1,261 | 49 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| White: | 1,531 | 64.57% |
| Black: | 284 | 11.98% |
| Hispanic:* | 246 | 10.38% |
| Asian: | 196 | 8.27% |
| American Indian: | 9 | 0.38% |
| Hawaiian: | 8 | 0.34% |
| Other: | 97 | 4.09% |
| Total: | 2,371 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 928 | 39.71% | 20.3 years |
| Females: | 1,409 | 60.29% | 20.3 years |
| Total: | 2,337 | 100% | 20.3 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 2,041 | 86.52% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 52 | 2.20% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 34 | 1.44% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 232 | 11.28% |
| Total Population: | 2,359 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 2,093 | 88.72% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 266 | 11.28% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $11,250 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $11,250 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 41.6%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 6.9%, which is above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (32.8%).
Explore More: Income Over Time Household Income Employment Status By Occupation
| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $8,077 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $8,646 | $11,250 |
| Median Female Income | $14,554 | $12,788 | $8,382 | $7,321 | $8,971 | $7,227 | $7,319 | $9,934 | $15,600 | $14,375 | $17,083 | $20,673 | $21,667 | $0 |
| Employed: | 912 | 38.68% |
| Unemployed: | 68 | 2.88% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 1,378 | 58.44% |
| Total: | 2,358 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 296 | 32.46% |
| Service: | 299 | 32.79% |
| Sales and Office: | 293 | 32.13% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 4 | 0.44% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 20 | 2.19% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 912 | 100% |
In 2024, 71.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 3.30%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 91.00%, which is well above the national rate (67.10%). Public coverage is 9.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (36.70%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (100.00%). College enrollment is 100.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 14 | 13.73% |
| Some college, no degree: | 15 | 14.71% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 60 | 58.82% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 13 | 12.75% |
| Total: | 102 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 102 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 73 | 71.57% |
| Private Insurance: | 2,147 | 87.31% |
| Public Insurance: | 234 | 9.52% |
| No Insurance: | 78 | 3.17% |
| Total: | 2,459 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 2,381 | 96.83% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | -666,666,666.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,353 | 100.00% |
| Total: | 2,353 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0.00% |
ZIP Code 11549 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 8 business establishments, employing about 3,099 people with an annual payroll of $221,370,000. USPS data shows 0 residential mailboxes and 6 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 6Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 19Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 8Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $53,556,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $221,370,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 3,099Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 11549 is located in Nassau County, New York, within the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 35620) and New York's 4th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 18,897,109 people, about 0.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 11549, and is subdivided into the Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY division. It covers 0.24 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 35620Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY (CBSA Div 35004)Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 18,897,109Source: Census |
| MSA: | New York-Northern New Jersey-Long Island, NY-NJ-CT-PASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.24 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 04Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 110.85 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Nassau-Suffolk, NY PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 3633139Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Hempstead village; New YorkSource: Census |
We could not locate which school district 11549 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.
Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.