| ZIP Code | 12592 |
|---|---|
| City | Wassaic |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 903 ft |
| Latitude | 41.783874 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.548857 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 14.6% ▲ 199% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 276 (34.7%) |
| Some College | 146 (18.3%) |
| Associates | 72 (9%) |
| Bachelors | 39 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 257 (32.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,188 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $264,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $854/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 508 |
| Vacant Units | 82 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 508 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 82 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
ZIP code 12592 is located in Wassaic, New York, within Dutchess County. With a population of 1,280, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.9 years. Economically, 12592 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,188 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12592 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $264,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $854 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 2% since 2019.
The population of 12592 is primarily White (76.17%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12592 stands at 14.6%, which is more than double the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 12592 in Wassaic, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,280 residents, a median household income of $72,188, and a median home value of $264,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.