| ZIP Code | 12589 |
|---|---|
| City | Wallkill |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Ulster County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 333 ft |
| Latitude | 41.623791 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.158771 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 25.9% ▲ 159% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.9% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 63 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,013 (45.1%) |
| Some College | 1,242 (9.3%) |
| Associates | 1,628 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,151 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,229 (24.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $118,214 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $342,400 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,149/mo ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,871 |
| Vacant Units | 403 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,871 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 403 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 12589 is located in Wallkill, New York, within Ulster County. With a population of 19,639, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 12589 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $118,214 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12589 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $342,400 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,149 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 12589 is majority White (63.47%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.9%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12589 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 12589 in Wallkill, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,639 residents, a median household income of $118,214, and a median home value of $342,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.