| ZIP Code | 13617 |
|---|---|
| City | Canton |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | St. Lawrence County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 399 ft |
| Latitude | 44.580531 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.142767 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 32.0 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.96 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.8% ▲ 47% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 104 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,198 (18.9%) |
| Some College | 802 (12.7%) |
| Associates | 633 (10%) |
| Bachelors | 1,345 (21.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,251 (35.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,652 ≈ Avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,900 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $901/mo |
| Total Units | 4,645 |
| Vacant Units | 222 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.96 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,645 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 222 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.96 |
ZIP code 13617 is located in Canton, New York, within St. Lawrence County. With a population of 12,294, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 32 years. Economically, 13617 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,652 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13617 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $148,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $901 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.9%) and renters (42.1%). Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 13617 is primarily White (88.48%). Residents are well-educated — 56.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13617 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 13617 in Canton, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 12,294 residents, a median household income of $72,652, and a median home value of $148,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.