| ZIP Code | 12203 |
|---|---|
| City | Albany |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 239 ft |
| Latitude | 42.682899 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.849361 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 13.5% ▲ 35% above avg |
| College Grads | 64.1% ▲ 65% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 223 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,716 (14.8%) |
| Some College | 1,698 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 1,940 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,916 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,817 (53.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,055 ≈ Avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,342/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,755 |
| Vacant Units | 1,283 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,755 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,283 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 12203 is located in Albany, New York, within Albany County. With a population of 30,080, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.8 years. Economically, 12203 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,055 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12203 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $258,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,342 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.6%) and renters (51.4%). Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 12203 is majority White (69.29%). Residents are highly educated — 64.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.5%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12203 stands at 4.3%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 12203 in Albany, NY is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 30,080 residents, a median household income of $80,055, and a median home value of $258,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.