| ZIP Code | 12143 |
|---|---|
| City | Ravena |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 470 ft |
| Latitude | 42.49156 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.84266 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.2% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 28% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 53 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,163 (33%) |
| Some College | 368 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 350 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 563 (16%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,030 (29.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,450 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $222,400 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,022/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,523 |
| Vacant Units | 357 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,523 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 357 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 12143 is located in Ravena, New York, within Albany County. With a population of 5,462, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 12143 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,450 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12143 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $222,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,022 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 12143 is primarily White (90.00%). Residents are well-educated — 45.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 40% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12143 stands at 3.5%, 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 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 12143 in Ravena, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,462 residents, a median household income of $89,450, and a median home value of $222,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.