| City: | Quogue, New York |
| County: | Suffolk County |
| Timezone: | Eastern (GMT -05:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:40:40 PM |
| Population: | 1,657 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 631 / 934 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 40.8275, -72.6006 |
| Land Area: | 6.116 sq mi |
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Quogue sits on the barrier beach of Long Island's South Fork, a 5.5-square-mile village where seasonal homeowners outnumber year-round residents. Of the 1,517 homes here, 741 sit vacant for much of the year, used only for seasonal recreation. That's a 49% seasonal vacancy rate. The community transforms each summer as vacation properties fill with families drawn to the Atlantic beaches and Shinnecock Bay.
The Quogue post office maintains 1,372 PO Boxes for a village of just 682 year-round households. This 2.01 adoption rate means the post office serves twice as many boxes as local homes. Why? Seasonal homeowners maintain boxes year-round for tax bills and property documents. Many historic homes on narrow lanes like Dune Road and Beach Lane predate standardized street addressing. Despite the PO Box classification, some carrier delivery does occur on routes serving 88 distinct streets with names like Whippoorwill Lane, Blue Jay Way, and Quaquanantuck Lane.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across the barrier beach community. The blend of City and Rural carrier routes (2 City routes, 2 Rural routes) handles mixed delivery patterns for the village's business district along Montauk Highway and residential lanes.
Median home values reach $1,781,300, placing Quogue among the most expensive communities in New York. With a median age of 53.7 years and 86% of homes owner-occupied, it's primarily a retirement and second-home destination. Per capita income runs $66,279. Nearly 17% of workers work from home, typical for affluent communities with flexible professionals. The village preserves a quiet, historic character with street names from Indigenous Shinnecock words and old colonial-era roads like Old Meeting House Road and Old Depot Road.
Year-round population: 1,657 residents in 682 households (2.4 residents per household). The community is 84% White, 19% Hispanic, with small Asian (4%) and Black (3%) populations. Just 41 residents are under 18. Education levels run high, with 39% holding bachelor's degrees or higher.
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Quogue, NY 11959Street names blend Indigenous Shinnecock words, nature references, and colonial-era landmarks.
ZIP Code 11959 has 1,657 residents and 682 households (average 2.43 persons per household). The median age is 53.7 years, significantly older than the state (39.0) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.9% male and 51.1% female, which is about the same as the state male share (48.4%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (84.4%, much higher than the state average of 55.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (8.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 8.0%, 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: | 1,657Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 734Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 270.9 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $88,542Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 682Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $1,491,700Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.43Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.09Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 656 | 677 | 766 | 877 | 856 | 815 | 919 | 784 | 545 | 571 | 542 | 632 | 576 | 734 |
| Decennial Census | 939 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1,657 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 53.7
Male Median Age: 52.4
Female Median Age: 55
| 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 | 41 | 38 | 49 | 50 | 44 | 42 | 23 | 28 | 27 | 37 | 52 | 65 | 73 | 62 | 69 | 57 | 28 | 26 |
| Female | 30 | 32 | 39 | 53 | 47 | 31 | 24 | 38 | 32 | 48 | 49 | 77 | 80 | 74 | 89 | 47 | 26 | 30 |
| Total | 71 | 70 | 88 | 103 | 91 | 73 | 47 | 66 | 59 | 85 | 101 | 142 | 153 | 136 | 158 | 104 | 54 | 56 |
| White: | 1,398 | 81.85% |
| Black: | 46 | 2.69% |
| Hispanic:* | 132 | 7.73% |
| Asian: | 64 | 3.75% |
| American Indian: | 19 | 1.11% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 49 | 2.87% |
| Total: | 1,708 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 811 | 48.94% | 52.4 years |
| Females: | 846 | 51.06% | 55.0 years |
| Total: | 1,657 | 100% | 53.7 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 577 | 78.61% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 34 | 4.63% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 63 | 8.58% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 60 | 16.76% |
| Total Population: | 734 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 611 | 83.24% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 123 | 16.76% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $88,542, which is far above the national median ($80,734), is up $19,292 (27.9%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $19,375. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $60,721 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $60,721 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 56.3%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (47.9%).
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 | $69,250 | $74,205 | $96,667 | $87,167 | $85,125 | $87,750 | $92,750 | $72,917 | $69,167 | $124,853 | $145,341 | $0 | $0 | $88,542 |
| Median Family Income | $105,000 | $84,554 | $128,750 | $118,750 | $91,875 | $112,727 | $138,864 | $97,188 | $92,500 | $131,900 | $161,125 | $159,479 | $171,250 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $41,000 | $46,750 | $51,346 | $49,792 | $50,577 | $52,885 | $39,722 | $38,056 | $39,750 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $67,500 | $87,813 | $69,659 | $93,750 | $0 | $90,865 | $87,361 | $89,861 | $74,286 | $85,583 | $88,897 | $63,594 | $0 | $60,721 |
| Median Female Income | $37,917 | $36,250 | $45,500 | $75,000 | $0 | $50,833 | $73,173 | $77,083 | $50,417 | $49,688 | $0 | $53,942 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 315 | 56.25% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 245 | 43.75% |
| Total: | 560 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 151 | 47.94% |
| Service: | 66 | 20.95% |
| Sales and Office: | 72 | 22.86% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 25 | 7.94% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 1 | 0.32% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 315 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $1,491,700, which is much higher than the national median ($332,700), is up $580,400 (63.69%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $268,900. The median gross rent is $3,375, which is markedly greater than the national median ($1,413), is up $1,602 (90.36%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $1,865. Of occupied housing, owners make up 77.82% (34.39% with a mortgage, 65.61% free-and-clear) and renters 22.18% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 79.39%, which is much higher than the national rate (10.12%).
Explore More: Compare Home Value Home Value Over Time Rent & Over Time Housing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $911,300 | $878,500 | $924,700 | $907,700 | $940,200 | $1,070,300 | $1,165,300 | $1,046,900 | $1,222,800 | $1,355,800 | $1,529,600 | $1,581,300 | $1,781,300 | $1,491,700 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 63 | 100.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 63 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $1,773 | $2,001 | $2,001 | $1,975 | $1,667 | $1,713 | $1,588 | $1,630 | $1,510 | $1,164 | $0 | $2,820 | $3,389 | $3,375 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 76 | 26.76% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 145 | 51.06% |
| Renter Occupied: | 63 | 22.18% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 284 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 284 | 20.61% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 1,094 | 79.39% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,378 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 1,353 | 98.19% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 16 | 1.16% |
| Other Units: | 9 | 0.65% |
| Total Housing Units: | 1,378 | 100% |
In 2024, 44.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 99.00%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 21.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 20.80%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), up 18.90 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 9.70 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (72.45%). College enrollment is 11.22%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
Explore More: Educational Attainment Health Insurance Poverty Over Time School Enrollment
| Less than 9th grade: | 4 | 0.82% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1 | 0.20% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 162 | 33.06% |
| Some college, no degree: | 48 | 9.80% |
| Associate's degree: | 57 | 11.63% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 173 | 35.31% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 45 | 9.18% |
| Total: | 490 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 485 | 98.98% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 218 | 44.49% |
| Private Insurance: | 484 | 51.00% |
| Public Insurance: | 307 | 32.35% |
| No Insurance: | 158 | 16.65% |
| Total: | 949 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 791 | 83.35% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 3.3% | 3.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 3.3% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 8.2% | 12.5% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 21.0% | 22.2% | 20.8% |
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): | 142 | 72.45% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 32 | 16.33% |
| College or graduate school: | 22 | 11.22% |
| Total: | 196 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 174 | 88.78% |
ZIP Code 11959 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 122 business establishments, employing about 666 people with an annual payroll of $50,535,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 1,538Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 122Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $9,865,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $50,535,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 666Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 11959 is located in Suffolk County, New York, within the New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 35620) and New York's 1st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 18,897,109 people, about 0.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 11959, and is subdivided into the Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY division. It covers 6.116 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.805 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: | 6.116 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.805 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 01Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 650.02 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Nassau-Suffolk, NY PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 3660422Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Quogue village; New YorkSource: Census |
ZIP Code 11959 is in the Quogue Union Free School District, which serves grades Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). 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 March 1, 2026.