| ZIP Code | 12444 |
|---|---|
| City | Jewett |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Greene County |
| Area Code | 838 |
| Elevation | 1,951 ft |
| Latitude | 42.247485 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.290618 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36039 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.15 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.1% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.3% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 75 (19.1%) |
| Some College | 76 (19.4%) |
| Associates | 21 (5.4%) |
| Bachelors | 40 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 176 (44.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,000 ▼ 28% below avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $352,900 ▲ 27% above avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 477 |
| Vacant Units | 313 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 477 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 313 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.15 |
ZIP code 12444 is located in Jewett, New York, within Greene County. With a population of 519, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.5 years. Economically, 12444 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,000 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12444 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $352,900 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 95.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 12444 is majority White (59.15%). Residents are well-educated — 55.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has declined by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12444 stands at 5.3%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 12444 in Jewett, NY is characterized as working-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 519 residents, a median household income of $55,000, and a median home value of $352,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.