| ZIP Code | 13844 |
|---|---|
| City | South Plymouth |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Chenango County |
| Area Code | 607 |
| Elevation | 1,565 ft |
| Latitude | 42.605699 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -75.689554 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 20.1% ▼ 48% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.2% ▲ 87% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 178 (50.4%) |
| Some College | 47 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 51 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 47 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24 (6.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,635 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $89,800 ▼ 68% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,550/mo ↑ 96% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 247 |
| Vacant Units | 52 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 247 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 52 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 13844 is located in South Plymouth, New York, within Chenango County. With a population of 543, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.2 years. Economically, 13844 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,635 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 13844 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $89,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,550 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 13844 is primarily White (98.34%). Residents are less-educated — 20.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.8%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 13844 stands at 9.2%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 13844 in South Plymouth, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 543 residents, a median household income of $66,635, and a median home value of $89,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.