| ZIP Code | 12851 |
|---|---|
| City | Minerva |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 1,963 ft |
| Latitude | 43.855332 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.118359 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 56.7 yrs ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 9.9% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 31.1% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 55 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 43 (20.9%) |
| Associates | 39 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 31 (15%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33 (16%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,969 ≈ Avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,800 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 246 |
| Vacant Units | 113 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 246 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 113 |
| Owner Occupied | 97.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 3.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 12851 is located in Minerva, New York, within Essex County. With a population of 304, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 56.7 years. Economically, 12851 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,969 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12851 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $129,800 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 97.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 8% since 2019.
The population of 12851 is primarily White (92.11%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.9%. Household income has grown by 56% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12851 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 12851 in Minerva, NY is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 304 residents, a median household income of $77,969, and a median home value of $129,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.