| ZIP Code | 12024 |
|---|---|
| City | Brainard |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Rensselaer County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 768 ft |
| Latitude | 42.481337 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.534211 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.78 |
| Below Poverty | 17.5% ▲ 75% above avg |
| College Grads | 55.6% ▲ 43% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 23 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 6 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 3 (4.2%) |
| Bachelors | 13 (18.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 27 (37.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 45 |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 1.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 45 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 95.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.78 |
ZIP code 12024 is located in Brainard, New York, within Rensselaer County. With a population of 80, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.4 years.
The population of 12024 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are well-educated — 55.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.5%.
A notably high share of workers — 40% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 12024 in Brainard, NY is characterized as well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.