| ZIP Code | 12979 |
|---|---|
| City | Rouses Point |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Clinton County |
| Area Code | 518/838 |
| Elevation | 122 ft |
| Latitude | 44.989281 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -73.372178 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 15.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.7% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 35 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 658 (40.9%) |
| Some College | 186 (11.6%) |
| Associates | 220 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 160 (9.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 350 (21.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $47,135 ▼ 38% below avg ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $180,500 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $731/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,344 |
| Vacant Units | 88 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,344 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 88 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 12979 is located in Rouses Point, New York, within Clinton County. With a population of 2,542, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 12979 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $47,135 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 12979 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $180,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $731 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.9%) and renters (46.1%). Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 12979 is primarily White (93.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.7%. Household income has declined by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 12979 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 12979 in Rouses Point, NY is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a mature community. With 2,542 residents, a median household income of $47,135, and a median home value of $180,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.