| ZIP Code | 12777 |
|---|---|
| City | Forestburgh |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Sullivan County |
| Area Code | 329/845/914 |
| Elevation | 1,448 ft |
| Latitude | 41.561783 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.709708 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36105 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 3.3% ▼ 67% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.7% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.1% ▲ 65% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 181 (30.6%) |
| Some College | 43 (7.3%) |
| Associates | 27 (4.6%) |
| Bachelors | 46 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 284 (48%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $143,750 ▲ 88% above avg ↑ 54% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $329,500 ▲ 18% above avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 498 |
| Vacant Units | 177 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 498 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 177 |
| Owner Occupied | 97.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 2.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 12777 is located in Forestburgh, New York, within Sullivan County. With a population of 791, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.9 years. Economically, 12777 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $143,750 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12777 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $329,500 is above the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 97.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 36% since 2019.
The population of 12777 is primarily White (88.37%). Residents are well-educated — 55.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.3%. Household income has grown by 54% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12777 stands at 8.1%, which is significantly above the national average. About 23% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 69%.
Overall, ZIP code 12777 in Forestburgh, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 791 residents, a median household income of $143,750, and a median home value of $329,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.