| ZIP Code | 12136 |
|---|---|
| City | Old Chatham |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Columbia County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 842 ft |
| Latitude | 42.420121 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.565107 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.9 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 3.6% ▼ 64% below avg |
| College Grads | 65.1% ▲ 68% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 107 (15.3%) |
| Some College | 41 (5.9%) |
| Associates | 96 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 36 (5.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 420 (60%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $155,978 ▲ 104% above avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $399,500 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 536 |
| Vacant Units | 166 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 536 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 166 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 12136 is located in Old Chatham, New York, within Columbia County. With a population of 881, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.9 years. Economically, 12136 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $155,978 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12136 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $399,500 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 94.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 12136 is primarily White (95.35%). Residents are highly educated — 65.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.6%. Household income has grown by 53% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 33% — 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 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 12136 in Old Chatham, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 881 residents, a median household income of $155,978, and a median home value of $399,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.