| ZIP Code | 12759 |
|---|---|
| City | Loch Sheldrake |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Sullivan County |
| Area Code | 329/845 |
| Elevation | 1,517 ft |
| Latitude | 41.786481 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.660721 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36105 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 19.5 yrs ↓ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.58 |
| Below Poverty | 29.9% ▲ 199% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.0% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 164 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 84 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 38 (6.9%) |
| Bachelors | 56 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 208 (37.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,656 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 118% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $77,500 ▼ 72% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,148/mo ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,085 |
| Vacant Units | 637 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,085 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 637 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.58 |
ZIP code 12759 is located in Loch Sheldrake, New York, within Sullivan County. With a population of 1,835, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 19.5 years. Economically, 12759 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,656 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12759 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $77,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,148 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.3%) and renters (48.7%). Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 12759 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 38.9%. Residents are well-educated — 48.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.9%. Household income has grown by 118% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12759 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 38%.
Overall, ZIP code 12759 in Loch Sheldrake, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a young community. With 1,835 residents, a median household income of $60,656, and a median home value of $77,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.