| ZIP Code | 12075 |
|---|---|
| City | Ghent |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Columbia County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 473 ft |
| Latitude | 42.304843 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.641096 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.79 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 57.2% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 88 (4.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 380 (18.7%) |
| Some College | 209 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 191 (9.4%) |
| Bachelors | 374 (18.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 787 (38.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,443 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $384,700 ▲ 38% above avg ↑ 66% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,375/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,348 |
| Vacant Units | 272 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,348 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 272 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.79 |
ZIP code 12075 is located in Ghent, New York, within Columbia County. With a population of 3,147, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.7 years. Economically, 12075 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,443 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12075 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $384,700 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,375 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 66% since 2019.
The population of 12075 is primarily White (81.25%). Residents are well-educated — 57.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.5%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12075 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 12075 in Ghent, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,147 residents, a median household income of $83,443, and a median home value of $384,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.