| ZIP Code | 12158 |
|---|---|
| City | Selkirk |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 127 ft |
| Latitude | 42.53301 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.813578 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.3 yrs ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.3% ▲ 51% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.0% ▼ 79% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 22 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,053 (23.3%) |
| Some College | 374 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 432 (9.6%) |
| Bachelors | 721 (16%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,911 (42.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,949 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $300,600 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,678/mo ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,205 |
| Vacant Units | 438 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,205 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 438 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 12158 is located in Selkirk, New York, within Albany County. With a population of 6,221, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.3 years. Economically, 12158 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,949 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12158 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $300,600 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,678 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 12158 is primarily White (82.88%). Residents are well-educated — 58.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12158 stands at 1.0%, which is well below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 12158 in Selkirk, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,221 residents, a median household income of $95,949, and a median home value of $300,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.