| ZIP Code | 12870 |
|---|---|
| City | Schroon Lake |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Essex County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 1,466 ft |
| Latitude | 43.839222 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.765598 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 51.6 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 9.8% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 48.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.6% ▼ 66% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 356 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 143 (11.1%) |
| Associates | 161 (12.5%) |
| Bachelors | 131 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 494 (38.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,326 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $255,200 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $760/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,852 |
| Vacant Units | 1,072 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,852 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,072 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 12870 is located in Schroon Lake, New York, within Essex County. With a population of 1,770, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 51.6 years. Economically, 12870 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,326 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12870 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $255,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $760 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 12870 is primarily White (97.46%). Residents are well-educated — 48.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.8%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12870 stands at 1.6%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — 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 60%.
Overall, ZIP code 12870 in Schroon Lake, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,770 residents, a median household income of $65,326, and a median home value of $255,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.