| ZIP Code | 13488 |
|---|---|
| City | Westford |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Otsego County |
| Area Code | 607 |
| Elevation | 1,940 ft |
| Latitude | 42.674472 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -74.76798 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 58.8 yrs ↑ 50% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.81 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 23.9% ▼ 38% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 80 (70.8%) |
| Some College | 6 (5.3%) |
| Bachelors | 4 (3.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 23 (20.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,250 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,000 ▼ 68% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 128 |
| Vacant Units | 56 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.81 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 128 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 56 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.81 |
ZIP code 13488 is located in Westford, New York, within Otsego County. With a population of 130, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 58.8 years. Economically, 13488 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,250 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13488 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $90,000 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 86.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 13488 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are less-educated — 23.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13488 stands at 4.7%, 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 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 13488 in Westford, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 130 residents, a median household income of $61,250, and a median home value of $90,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.