| ZIP Code | 13491 |
|---|---|
| City | West Winfield |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Herkimer County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 1,346 ft |
| Latitude | 42.864135 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.168133 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.5 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.3% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 48 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 777 (37.9%) |
| Some College | 290 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 232 (11.3%) |
| Bachelors | 242 (11.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 461 (22.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,500 ≈ Avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,300 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $803/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,526 |
| Vacant Units | 228 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,526 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 228 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
ZIP code 13491 is located in West Winfield, New York, within Herkimer County. With a population of 3,570, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.5 years. Economically, 13491 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,500 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13491 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $144,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $803 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 13491 is primarily White (93.36%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.9%. Household income has grown by 33% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13491 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 13491 in West Winfield, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,570 residents, a median household income of $72,500, and a median home value of $144,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.