| ZIP Code | 12186 |
|---|---|
| City | Voorheesville |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 458 ft |
| Latitude | 42.633112 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.977172 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 66.8% ▲ 72% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 22% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 734 (16.9%) |
| Some College | 257 (5.9%) |
| Associates | 440 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 625 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,277 (52.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,053 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $338,200 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,132/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,718 |
| Vacant Units | 88 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,718 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 88 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 12186 is located in Voorheesville, New York, within Albany County. With a population of 6,608, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 12186 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,053 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12186 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $338,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,132 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 12186 is primarily White (91.56%). Residents are highly educated — 66.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12186 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 12186 in Voorheesville, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,608 residents, a median household income of $116,053, and a median home value of $338,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.