US ZIP Code
13205

Syracuse, NY

Onondaga County  ·  New York

● Active
👥 18,562 Population ↑ 8% since 2019
💰 $39,171 Median HH Income
▼ 49% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎂 39.4 Median Age
🏠 $96,300 Median Home Value
▼ 65% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
🎓 35.7% College Grads
▼ 8% below avg
📊 6.9% Unemployment
▲ 41% above avg ↓ 46% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code13205
CitySyracuse
StateNew York (NY)
CountyOnondaga County
Area Code315/680
Elevation417 ft
Latitude43.004691
Longitude-76.141596
TimezoneNew York (DST)
FIPS36067
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 45.8% (8,492) Female 54.3% (10,070) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 36.9%Hispanic: 6.1%Black: 44%Asian: 3%Other: 7.5%Race
White36.9%
Hispanic6.1%
Black44.0%
Asian3.0%
Other7.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
19%
18–24
8%
25–44
21%
45–64
20%
65+
11%

Key Indicators

Median Age39.4 yrs
Avg Household Size2.36
Below Poverty25.1% ▲ 151% above avg
College Grads35.7% ▼ 8% below avg
Unemployment6.9% ▲ 41% above avg
No HS Diploma236 (2.2%)
HS Graduate3,380 (31.7%)
Some College1,730 (16.2%)
Associates1,505 (14.1%)
Bachelors1,286 (12.1%)
Graduate Degree2,519 (23.6%)

Education

No HS: 2.2%HS Grad: 31.7%Some College: 16.2%Associates: 14.1%Bachelors: 12.1%Graduate: 23.6%Edu
No HS2.2%
HS Grad31.7%
Some College16.2%
Associates14.1%
Bachelors12.1%
Graduate23.6%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 46.6%Renter: 53.4%Tenure
Owner46.6%
Renter53.4%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
14%
$50k–100k
39%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
14%
$200k–300k
4%
$300k–500k
1%
Over $500k
6%

Financials

Median HH Income$39,171 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
Median Home Value$96,300 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$898/mo ↑ 13% since 2019
Total Units8,868
Vacant Units1,538
Avg HH Size2.36

Income Distribution

Under $25k
38%
$25k–50k
20%
$50k–75k
15%
$75k–100k
10%
$100k–150k
10%
$150k–200k
4%
Over $200k
3%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
72%
Public Transit
12%
Walked
4%
Work From Home
13%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
38%
15–30 min
50%
30–45 min
7%
Over 45 min
5%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
8%
1940s–1950s
23%
1960s–1970s
4%
1980s–1990s
2%
2000+
63%

Summary

Total Units8,868
Vacant1,538
Owner Occupied46.6%
Renter Occupied53.4%
Avg HH Size2.36
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 13205 is in Syracuse, NY, in Onondaga County.
ZIP code 13205 is located in New York (NY).
ZIP code 13205 is in Onondaga County, NY.
ZIP 13205 observes the New York timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 13205 is 18,562 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 13205 is $39,171 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 13205 is $96,300 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 13205

ZIP code 13205 is located in Syracuse, New York, within Onondaga County. With a population of 18,562, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 13205 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $39,171 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 13205 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $96,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $898 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.6%) and renters (53.4%). Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.

The population of 13205 is racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 44.0%. Residents are moderately educated — 35.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 13205 stands at 6.9%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 60%.

Overall, ZIP code 13205 in Syracuse, NY is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 18,562 residents, a median household income of $39,171, and a median home value of $96,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.