| ZIP Code | 12570 |
|---|---|
| City | Poughquag |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 461 ft |
| Latitude | 41.634064 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.672481 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.91 |
| Below Poverty | 5.2% ▼ 48% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.4% ▲ 48% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,058 (25%) |
| Some College | 367 (8.7%) |
| Associates | 368 (8.7%) |
| Bachelors | 435 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,994 (47.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $127,396 ▲ 67% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $453,800 ▲ 63% above avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,762/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,252 |
| Vacant Units | 86 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,252 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 86 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.91 |
ZIP code 12570 is located in Poughquag, New York, within Dutchess County. With a population of 6,324, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.9 years. Economically, 12570 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $127,396 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12570 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $453,800 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,762 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 12570 is primarily White (76.74%). Residents are well-educated — 57.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.2%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12570 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 12570 in Poughquag, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,324 residents, a median household income of $127,396, and a median home value of $453,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.