| ZIP Code | 12571 |
|---|---|
| City | Red Hook |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 379 ft |
| Latitude | 42.003049 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.809806 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.46 |
| Below Poverty | 5.2% ▼ 48% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.6% ▲ 62% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,458 (21.2%) |
| Some College | 514 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 550 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 755 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,553 (51.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $115,200 ▲ 51% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $386,300 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,338/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,454 |
| Vacant Units | 410 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,454 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 410 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.46 |
ZIP code 12571 is located in Red Hook, New York, within Dutchess County. With a population of 10,168, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 12571 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $115,200 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12571 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $386,300 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,338 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 12571 is primarily White (85.24%). Residents are highly educated — 62.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.2%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12571 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 12571 in Red Hook, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,168 residents, a median household income of $115,200, and a median home value of $386,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.