| ZIP Code | 12208 |
|---|---|
| City | Albany |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Albany County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 232 ft |
| Latitude | 42.653031 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.809978 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.08 |
| Below Poverty | 19.2% ▲ 92% above avg |
| College Grads | 66.4% ▲ 71% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 323 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,940 (13.5%) |
| Some College | 1,209 (8.4%) |
| Associates | 1,335 (9.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,348 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,168 (57%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,505 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,300 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,291/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,522 |
| Vacant Units | 926 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,522 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 926 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.08 |
ZIP code 12208 is located in Albany, New York, within Albany County. With a population of 23,936, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33 years. Economically, 12208 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,505 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12208 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $255,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,291 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.6%) and renters (55.4%). Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 12208 is majority White (65.71%). Residents are highly educated — 66.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.2%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12208 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 12208 in Albany, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,936 residents, a median household income of $69,505, and a median home value of $255,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.