| ZIP Code | 12858 |
|---|---|
| City | Paradox |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 815 ft |
| Latitude | 43.877982 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.703373 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.3 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.92 |
| Below Poverty | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.0% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 32 (22.9%) |
| Some College | 17 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 28 (20%) |
| Graduate Degree | 63 (45%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $151,875 ▲ 99% above avg ↑ 48% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $346,300 ▲ 24% above avg ↓ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 329 |
| Vacant Units | 242 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.92 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 329 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 242 |
| Owner Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 0.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.92 |
ZIP code 12858 is located in Paradox, New York, within Essex County. With a population of 167, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.3 years. Economically, 12858 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $151,875 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12858 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $346,300 is above the national average. Median home values have decreased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 12858 is primarily White (97.60%). Residents are well-educated — 45.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Household income has grown by 48% since 2019.
A notably high share of workers — 43% — 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 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 12858 in Paradox, NY is characterized as affluent, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 167 residents, a median household income of $151,875, and a median home value of $346,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.