| ZIP Code | 12131 |
|---|---|
| City | North Blenheim |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Schoharie County |
| Area Code | 607 |
| Elevation | 800 ft |
| Latitude | 42.453371 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.463913 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36095 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.2 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.2% ▲ 150% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 59 (44.7%) |
| Some College | 20 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 7 (5.3%) |
| Bachelors | 10 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 34 (25.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,929 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $158,300 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,125/mo |
| Total Units | 143 |
| Vacant Units | 53 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 143 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 53 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 12131 is located in North Blenheim, New York, within Schoharie County. With a population of 209, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.2 years. Economically, 12131 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,929 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12131 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $158,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,125 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 4% since 2019.
The population of 12131 is primarily White (95.69%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.9%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12131 stands at 12.2%, which is more than double the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 12131 in North Blenheim, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 209 residents, a median household income of $58,929, and a median home value of $158,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.