| ZIP Code | 13601 |
|---|---|
| City | Watertown |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 437 ft |
| Latitude | 43.969033 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.910451 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 17.1% ▲ 71% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 534 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,877 (29.4%) |
| Some College | 3,509 (15%) |
| Associates | 3,223 (13.8%) |
| Bachelors | 3,126 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,103 (26.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,503 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $170,100 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $974/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,653 |
| Vacant Units | 2,252 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,653 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,252 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 13601 is located in Watertown, New York, within Jefferson County. With a population of 37,409, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 13601 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,503 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13601 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $170,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $974 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.6%) and renters (50.4%). Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 13601 is primarily White (82.11%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.1%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13601 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 13601 in Watertown, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 37,409 residents, a median household income of $57,503, and a median home value of $170,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.