ZIP Code 12939 Cost of Living & Demographics
Detailed 2026 cost of living analysis, housing trends, median household income, taxes, nearby schools, and local amenities for ZIP Code 12939 (New York, NY).
ZIP COL Index Score
84
16% below US avgMedian Income$67,939
Median Home Value$776,800
Median Rent$1512/mo
Population27,939
Land Area13.5 sq mi
Time ZoneEST
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Cost of Living Breakdown for ZIP 12939
Scores benchmarked against the US national average (100 baseline) and compared to New York state standards.
US Baseline = 100
Housing & Rent
+9% higher109
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 12939)
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 12939)
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: 43 • Longitude: -99 • Area: 13.5 sq miles
EST (Eastern Standard Time)
ZIP 12939
New York, New York
Centroid: 43° N, 99° W
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Frequently Asked Questions — ZIP Code 12939
Authoritative USPS ZCTA demographics, home prices, rent & tax metrics.
ZIP Code 12939 is located in New York, New York (NY) in New York Metropolitan Area.