| ZIP Code | 12520 |
|---|---|
| City | Cornwall On Hudson |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 281 ft |
| Latitude | 41.428017 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.996195 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.7 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 2.6% ▼ 74% below avg |
| College Grads | 77.1% ▲ 99% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.4% ▼ 92% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 198 (9.8%) |
| Some College | 82 (4.1%) |
| Associates | 183 (9.1%) |
| Bachelors | 408 (20.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,150 (56.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $150,144 ▲ 97% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $458,700 ▲ 65% above avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,457/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,359 |
| Vacant Units | 117 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,359 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 117 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 12520 is located in Cornwall On Hudson, New York, within Orange County. With a population of 3,088, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.7 years. Economically, 12520 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $150,144 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12520 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $458,700 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,457 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 44% since 2019.
The population of 12520 is primarily White (82.12%). Residents are highly educated — 77.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.6%. Household income has grown by 48% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12520 stands at 0.4%, which is well below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 12520 in Cornwall On Hudson, NY is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,088 residents, a median household income of $150,144, and a median home value of $458,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.