| ZIP Code | 13204 |
|---|---|
| City | Syracuse |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Onondaga County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 379 ft |
| Latitude | 43.051756 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -76.178 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 36.0% ▲ 260% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 60% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 186 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,341 (30.3%) |
| Some College | 1,585 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 1,338 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,423 (12.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,157 (28.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,585 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $97,400 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,054/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,410 |
| Vacant Units | 1,593 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,410 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,593 |
| Owner Occupied | 28.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 71.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 13204 is located in Syracuse, New York, within Onondaga County. With a population of 19,511, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.9 years. Economically, 13204 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,585 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13204 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $97,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,054 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 71.9% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 13204 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.0%. Residents are well-educated — 41.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 36.0%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13204 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 13204 in Syracuse, NY is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 19,511 residents, a median household income of $42,585, and a median home value of $97,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.