| ZIP Code | 12856 |
|---|---|
| City | North River |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Warren County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 1,802 ft |
| Latitude | 43.66594 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.142961 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36113 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.76 |
| Below Poverty | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| College Grads | 76.6% ▲ 98% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 32 (13.4%) |
| Some College | 9 (3.8%) |
| Associates | 15 (6.3%) |
| Bachelors | 8 (3.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 175 (73.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,714 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $223,300 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 336 |
| Vacant Units | 166 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 336 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 166 |
| Owner Occupied | 51.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 48.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.76 |
ZIP code 12856 is located in North River, New York, within Warren County. With a population of 300, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.2 years. Economically, 12856 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,714 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12856 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $223,300 is below the national average. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (51.8%) and renters (48.2%). Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 12856 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are highly educated — 76.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 52% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 12856 in North River, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a young community. With 300 residents, a median household income of $58,714, and a median home value of $223,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.