| ZIP Code | 12054 |
|---|---|
| City | Delmar |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 234 ft |
| Latitude | 42.604548 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.866239 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 2.3% ▼ 77% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.7% ▲ 98% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 109 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,150 (9.9%) |
| Some College | 641 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 804 (6.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,090 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,810 (67.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $128,684 ▲ 69% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $334,800 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,658/mo ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,221 |
| Vacant Units | 191 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,221 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 191 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 12054 is located in Delmar, New York, within Albany County. With a population of 16,988, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 12054 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $128,684 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12054 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $334,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,658 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 12054 is primarily White (91.88%). Residents are highly educated — 76.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.3%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12054 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 12054 in Delmar, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,988 residents, a median household income of $128,684, and a median home value of $334,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.