| ZIP Code | 12578 |
|---|---|
| City | Salt Point |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 267 ft |
| Latitude | 41.806348 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.797584 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.3% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 591 (34%) |
| Some College | 169 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 205 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 160 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 611 (35.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,367 ▲ 28% above avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $351,500 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,522/mo ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,044 |
| Vacant Units | 95 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,044 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 95 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 12578 is located in Salt Point, New York, within Dutchess County. With a population of 2,306, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.7 years. Economically, 12578 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,367 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12578 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $351,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,522 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 12578 is primarily White (86.95%). Residents are well-educated — 44.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has declined by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12578 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 12578 in Salt Point, NY is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,306 residents, a median household income of $97,367, and a median home value of $351,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.