| ZIP Code | 13485 |
|---|---|
| City | West Edmeston |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Otsego County |
| Area Code | 315/607/680 |
| Elevation | 1,463 ft |
| Latitude | 42.787528 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.315224 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.8 yrs ↓ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.08 |
| Below Poverty | 18.6% ▲ 86% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 333 (34.4%) |
| Some College | 150 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 125 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 143 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 208 (21.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,989 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $136,800 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $918/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 653 |
| Vacant Units | 96 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 653 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 96 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.08 |
ZIP code 13485 is located in West Edmeston, New York, within Otsego County. With a population of 1,715, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32.8 years. Economically, 13485 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,989 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13485 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $136,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $918 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 13485 is primarily White (96.38%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.6%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13485 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 13485 in West Edmeston, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,715 residents, a median household income of $67,989, and a median home value of $136,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.