| ZIP Code | 12448 |
|---|---|
| City | Lake Hill |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Ulster County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 1,052 ft |
| Latitude | 42.079556 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.200687 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.1 yrs ↓ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.82 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 61.0% ▲ 57% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 18 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 39 (26.7%) |
| Bachelors | 14 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 75 (51.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $196,964 ▲ 158% above avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $923,900 ▲ 231% above avg ↑ 94% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 210 |
| Vacant Units | 126 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 210 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 126 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.82 |
ZIP code 12448 is located in Lake Hill, New York, within Ulster County. With a population of 163, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.1 years. Economically, 12448 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $196,964 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12448 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $923,900 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 94% since 2019.
The population of 12448 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are highly educated — 61.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 60% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 49% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 51%.
Overall, ZIP code 12448 in Lake Hill, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 163 residents, a median household income of $196,964, and a median home value of $923,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.