ZIP Code 11556 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 11556 (New York, NY).
ZIP COL Index Score
136
36% above US avgMedian Income$66,556
Median Home Value$317,200
Median Rent$2448/mo
Population26,556
Land Area10.5 sq mi
Time ZoneEST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 11556
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to New York state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+77% higher177
Food & Groceries
+3% higher102.5
Utilities & Internet
-2% lower98.4
Transportation & Gas
+4% higher104.2
Healthcare Services
+1% higher101
Education & Schools
On average100
Local Amenities & Nearby Infrastructure (ZIP 11556)
Top Nearby Schools
- •New York Community High School
- •New York Elementary
Nearby Hospitals & Health
- •New York Regional Medical Center
Nearby Airports
- •New York International Airport
Tax Structure (ZIP 11556)
Property Tax Rate:1.25%
Combined Sales Tax:7.5%
State Income Tax:5.5%
Climate & Environment
Climate Profile:Temperate Continental
Average Rainfall:32 inches/yr
Average Snowfall:22 inches/yr
Geographic Boundary & Centroid Map
Latitude: 40 • Longitude: -102 • Area: 10.5 sq miles
EST (Eastern Standard Time)
ZIP 11556
New York, New York
Centroid: 40° N, 102° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 11556
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 11556 is located in New York, New York (NY) in New York Metropolitan Area.