| ZIP Code | 12538 |
|---|---|
| City | Hyde Park |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 350 ft |
| Latitude | 41.79223 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.893767 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.6 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 123 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,487 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 1,468 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 812 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,275 (14.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,820 (31.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,641 ▲ 14% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $287,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,190/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,609 |
| Vacant Units | 227 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,609 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 227 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 12538 is located in Hyde Park, New York, within Dutchess County. With a population of 14,104, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.6 years. Economically, 12538 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $86,641 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12538 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $287,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,190 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 12538 is primarily White (77.24%). Residents are well-educated — 45.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12538 stands at 4.9%, 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 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 12538 in Hyde Park, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,104 residents, a median household income of $86,641, and a median home value of $287,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.