| ZIP Code | 12553 |
|---|---|
| City | New Windsor |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Orange County |
| Area Code | 329/845/914 |
| Elevation | 254 ft |
| Latitude | 41.460412 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.071917 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.3% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 336 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,949 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 1,998 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 2,314 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,616 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,318 (36%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,207 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $351,200 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,612/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,150 |
| Vacant Units | 530 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,150 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 530 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 12553 is located in New Windsor, New York, within Orange County. With a population of 27,300, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.6 years. Economically, 12553 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,207 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12553 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $351,200 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,612 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 12553 is majority White (53.49%). Residents are well-educated — 45.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12553 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 12553 in New Windsor, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,300 residents, a median household income of $94,207, and a median home value of $351,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.