| ZIP Code | 14051 |
|---|---|
| City | East Amherst |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 582 ft |
| Latitude | 43.042842 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.699413 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.3 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 4.1% ▼ 59% below avg |
| College Grads | 70.6% ▲ 82% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 392 (2.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,798 (13.2%) |
| Some College | 742 (5.4%) |
| Associates | 1,087 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,153 (8.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,485 (62.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $126,895 ▲ 66% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $386,500 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,840/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,424 |
| Vacant Units | 213 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,424 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 213 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 14051 is located in East Amherst, New York, within Erie County. With a population of 20,333, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.3 years. Economically, 14051 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $126,895 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14051 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $386,500 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,840 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 14051 is primarily White (82.19%). Residents are highly educated — 70.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.1%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14051 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 14051 in East Amherst, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,333 residents, a median household income of $126,895, and a median home value of $386,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.