| ZIP Code | 12809 |
|---|---|
| City | Argyle |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 544 ft |
| Latitude | 43.241628 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.471797 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 33.8% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 886 (35%) |
| Some College | 375 (14.8%) |
| Associates | 411 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 306 (12.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 550 (21.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,631 ≈ Avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $222,700 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,100/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,815 |
| Vacant Units | 352 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,815 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 352 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 12809 is located in Argyle, New York, within Washington County. With a population of 3,639, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.8 years. Economically, 12809 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,631 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12809 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $222,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,100 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 12809 is primarily White (94.81%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12809 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 12809 in Argyle, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,639 residents, a median household income of $74,631, and a median home value of $222,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.