| ZIP Code | 13690 |
|---|---|
| City | Star Lake |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | St. Lawrence County |
| Area Code | 315/680 |
| Elevation | 1,417 ft |
| Latitude | 44.136508 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.01441 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.8 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 28.6% ▲ 186% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.8% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 63% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 8 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 142 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 59 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 50 (10.8%) |
| Bachelors | 74 (16.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 128 (27.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,611 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $81,900 ▼ 71% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $731/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 477 |
| Vacant Units | 205 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 477 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 205 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 13690 is located in Star Lake, New York, within St. Lawrence County. With a population of 651, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.8 years. Economically, 13690 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,611 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13690 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $81,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $731 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 13690 is primarily White (82.33%). Residents are well-educated — 43.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 28.6%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13690 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 13690 in Star Lake, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 651 residents, a median household income of $58,611, and a median home value of $81,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.