| ZIP Code | 12966 |
|---|---|
| City | North Bangor |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 779 ft |
| Latitude | 44.793279 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.425131 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.5 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 18.4% ▲ 84% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 569 (37%) |
| Some College | 232 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 146 (9.5%) |
| Bachelors | 231 (15%) |
| Graduate Degree | 350 (22.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,016 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,200 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $815/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,433 |
| Vacant Units | 245 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,433 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 245 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 12966 is located in North Bangor, New York, within Franklin County. With a population of 2,962, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.5 years. Economically, 12966 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,016 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12966 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $815 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 47% since 2019.
The population of 12966 is primarily White (93.59%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.4%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12966 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 12966 in North Bangor, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,962 residents, a median household income of $66,016, and a median home value of $119,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.