| ZIP Code | 12540 |
|---|---|
| City | Lagrangeville |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 577 ft |
| Latitude | 41.671202 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.724891 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.92 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 43% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.5% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 20 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,238 (20.9%) |
| Some College | 987 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 631 (10.7%) |
| Bachelors | 543 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,505 (42.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $107,436 ▲ 41% above avg ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $443,800 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,077/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,318 |
| Vacant Units | 145 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,318 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 145 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.92 |
ZIP code 12540 is located in Lagrangeville, New York, within Dutchess County. With a population of 9,314, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 12540 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $107,436 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12540 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $443,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,077 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 12540 is primarily White (73.48%). Residents are well-educated — 51.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has declined by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12540 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 12540 in Lagrangeville, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,314 residents, a median household income of $107,436, and a median home value of $443,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.