| ZIP Code | 12518 |
|---|---|
| City | Cornwall |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 605 ft |
| Latitude | 41.416157 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.043064 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 68.0% ▲ 76% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 642 (16.9%) |
| Some College | 275 (7.2%) |
| Associates | 287 (7.6%) |
| Bachelors | 560 (14.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,022 (53.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $99,833 ▲ 31% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $358,200 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,720/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,474 |
| Vacant Units | 134 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,474 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 134 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 12518 is located in Cornwall, New York, within Orange County. With a population of 5,728, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43 years. Economically, 12518 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $99,833 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12518 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $358,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,720 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 12518 is primarily White (77.23%). Residents are highly educated — 68.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12518 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 12518 in Cornwall, NY is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,728 residents, a median household income of $99,833, and a median home value of $358,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.