ZIP Code 12291 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 12291 (New York, NY).
ZIP COL Index Score
196
96% above US avgMedian Income$67,291
Median Home Value$599,200
Median Rent$3528/mo
Population27,291
Land Area10.5 sq mi
Time ZoneEST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 12291
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to New York state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+155% higher255
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 12291)
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 12291)
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: 35 • Longitude: -107 • Area: 10.5 sq miles
EST (Eastern Standard Time)
ZIP 12291
New York, New York
Centroid: 35° N, 107° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 12291
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 12291 is located in New York, New York (NY) in New York Metropolitan Area.