| ZIP Code | 12502 |
|---|---|
| City | Ancram |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Columbia County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 844 ft |
| Latitude | 42.086568 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.664724 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.2% ▲ 108% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 207 (27.1%) |
| Some College | 84 (11%) |
| Associates | 61 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 74 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 327 (42.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,583 ▲ 10% above avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $332,800 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,114/mo ↓ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 599 |
| Vacant Units | 176 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 599 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 176 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 12502 is located in Ancram, New York, within Columbia County. With a population of 1,019, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.8 years. Economically, 12502 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,583 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12502 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $332,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,114 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 95.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 12% since 2019.
The population of 12502 is primarily White (86.85%). Residents are well-educated — 52.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12502 stands at 10.2%, which is more than double the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 12502 in Ancram, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,019 residents, a median household income of $83,583, and a median home value of $332,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.