| ZIP Code | 14136 |
|---|---|
| City | Silver Creek |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Chautauqua County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 714 ft |
| Latitude | 42.517379 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.174998 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.0 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.9% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 79 (2.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 819 (22.6%) |
| Some College | 565 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 647 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 522 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 998 (27.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,875 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,700 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $928/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,699 |
| Vacant Units | 442 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,699 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 442 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 14136 is located in Silver Creek, New York, within Chautauqua County. With a population of 5,274, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42 years. Economically, 14136 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,875 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14136 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $143,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $928 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 14136 is primarily White (88.79%). Residents are well-educated — 41.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.6%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14136 stands at 4.5%, 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 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 14136 in Silver Creek, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,274 residents, a median household income of $68,875, and a median home value of $143,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.