| ZIP Code | 12601 |
|---|---|
| City | Poughkeepsie |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Dutchess County |
| Area Code | 329/845/914 |
| Elevation | 168 ft |
| Latitude | 41.707792 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.910601 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36027 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.3% ▲ 9% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 467 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,094 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 4,274 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 3,490 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2,813 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,436 (31.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,769 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $275,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,376/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,972 |
| Vacant Units | 877 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,972 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 877 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 12601 is located in Poughkeepsie, New York, within Dutchess County. With a population of 44,696, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 12601 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,769 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12601 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $275,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,376 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.2%) and renters (55.8%). Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 12601 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 43.8%. Residents are well-educated — 42.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.1%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12601 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 66%.
Overall, ZIP code 12601 in Poughkeepsie, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 44,696 residents, a median household income of $64,769, and a median home value of $275,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.