| ZIP Code | 12528 |
|---|---|
| City | Highland |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Ulster County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 329 ft |
| Latitude | 41.713899 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.99509 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.0% ▲ 42% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 119 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,394 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 810 (8.3%) |
| Associates | 1,081 (11.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,221 (12.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,152 (42.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $89,096 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $337,400 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,642/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,332 |
| Vacant Units | 561 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,332 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 561 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 12528 is located in Highland, New York, within Ulster County. With a population of 13,818, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 12528 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $89,096 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12528 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $337,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,642 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 12528 is primarily White (71.70%). Residents are well-educated — 55.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12528 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 12528 in Highland, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,818 residents, a median household income of $89,096, and a median home value of $337,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.