| ZIP Code | 12534 |
|---|---|
| City | Hudson |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Columbia County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 178 ft |
| Latitude | 42.226412 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.753552 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 15.9% ▲ 59% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.5% ▲ 28% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 236 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,496 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 1,796 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 719 (5.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,717 (13.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,409 (35.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,086 ≈ Avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,296/mo ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,613 |
| Vacant Units | 1,758 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,613 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,758 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 12534 is located in Hudson, New York, within Columbia County. With a population of 17,468, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.6 years. Economically, 12534 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,086 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12534 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,296 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 12534 is primarily White (74.45%). Residents are well-educated — 49.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.9%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12534 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 12534 in Hudson, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 17,468 residents, a median household income of $76,086, and a median home value of $260,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.