| ZIP Code | 12047 |
|---|---|
| City | Cohoes |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 290 ft |
| Latitude | 42.784054 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.726219 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 19.8% ▲ 98% above avg |
| College Grads | 52.7% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 92 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,627 (25.9%) |
| Some College | 1,719 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 1,201 (8.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,746 (19.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,635 (33.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,970 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $237,200 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,213/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,963 |
| Vacant Units | 1,207 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,963 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,207 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 12047 is located in Cohoes, New York, within Albany County. With a population of 23,406, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 12047 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,970 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12047 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $237,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,213 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.3%) and renters (52.7%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 12047 is primarily White (70.02%). Residents are well-educated — 52.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.8%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12047 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 12047 in Cohoes, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,406 residents, a median household income of $66,970, and a median home value of $237,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.