| ZIP Code | 13357 |
|---|---|
| City | Ilion |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Herkimer County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 1,233 ft |
| Latitude | 42.971061 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.081209 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.0 yrs ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 56 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,046 (29.3%) |
| Some College | 1,245 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 824 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,233 (17.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,572 (22.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,500 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $105,200 ▼ 62% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $751/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,101 |
| Vacant Units | 613 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,101 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 613 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 13357 is located in Ilion, New York, within Herkimer County. With a population of 10,073, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45 years. Economically, 13357 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,500 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13357 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $105,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $751 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 13357 is primarily White (89.62%). Residents are well-educated — 40.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.9%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13357 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 13357 in Ilion, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,073 residents, a median household income of $62,500, and a median home value of $105,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.