| ZIP Code | 12865 |
|---|---|
| City | Salem |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 713 ft |
| Latitude | 43.214159 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.347451 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 14.4% ▲ 44% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.2% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 11.9% ▲ 143% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 17 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 700 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 169 (7.1%) |
| Associates | 412 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 369 (15.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 703 (29.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,868 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $170,300 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $952/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,654 |
| Vacant Units | 295 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,654 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 295 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 12865 is located in Salem, New York, within Washington County. With a population of 3,353, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.3 years. Economically, 12865 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,868 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12865 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $170,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $952 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 12865 is primarily White (89.29%). Residents are well-educated — 45.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.4%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12865 stands at 11.9%, which is more than double the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 12865 in Salem, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,353 residents, a median household income of $70,868, and a median home value of $170,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.