| ZIP Code | 12153 |
|---|---|
| City | Sand Lake |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Rensselaer County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 1,513 ft |
| Latitude | 42.63222 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.4722 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36083 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.2 yrs ↑ 49% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 21.2% ▲ 112% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.2% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 179 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 5 (0.9%) |
| Associates | 237 (40.7%) |
| Bachelors | 61 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 97 (16.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,347 ▲ 12% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $304,200 ▲ 9% above avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 506 |
| Vacant Units | 167 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 506 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 167 |
| Owner Occupied | 99.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 0.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 12153 is located in Sand Lake, New York, within Rensselaer County. With a population of 751, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.2 years. Economically, 12153 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,347 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12153 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $304,200 is near the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 99.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 12153 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.2%.
The unemployment rate in 12153 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 12153 in Sand Lake, NY is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 751 residents, a median household income of $85,347, and a median home value of $304,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.