| ZIP Code | 12901 |
|---|---|
| City | Plattsburgh |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Clinton County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 134 ft |
| Latitude | 44.709098 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.473547 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 47.4% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 10% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 328 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,992 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 2,539 (13.7%) |
| Associates | 1,893 (10.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,436 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,336 (34.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,413 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $182,100 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $957/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,426 |
| Vacant Units | 1,144 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,426 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,144 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 12901 is located in Plattsburgh, New York, within Clinton County. With a population of 32,012, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 12901 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,413 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12901 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $182,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $957 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.2%) and renters (45.8%). Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 12901 is primarily White (86.81%). Residents are well-educated — 47.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.7%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12901 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 12901 in Plattsburgh, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 32,012 residents, a median household income of $59,413, and a median home value of $182,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.