| ZIP Code | 13145 |
|---|---|
| City | Sandy Creek |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Oswego County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 386 ft |
| Latitude | 43.651893 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.123188 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 23.0% ▲ 130% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.4% ▲ 17% above avg |
| Unemployment | 11.7% ▲ 139% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 382 (31.1%) |
| Some College | 184 (15%) |
| Associates | 80 (6.5%) |
| Bachelors | 259 (21.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 298 (24.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,238 ▼ 34% below avg ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,900 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $781/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,063 |
| Vacant Units | 253 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,063 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 253 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 13145 is located in Sandy Creek, New York, within Oswego County. With a population of 1,794, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.5 years. Economically, 13145 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $50,238 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13145 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $138,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $781 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 13145 is primarily White (97.77%). Residents are well-educated — 45.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.0%. Household income has declined by 2% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13145 stands at 11.7%, which is more than double the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 13145 in Sandy Creek, NY is characterized as working-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,794 residents, a median household income of $50,238, and a median home value of $138,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.