| ZIP Code | 14170 |
|---|---|
| City | West Falls |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 1,115 ft |
| Latitude | 42.700245 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.674307 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 2.8% ▼ 72% below avg |
| College Grads | 56.3% ▲ 45% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 27 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 434 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 152 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 96 (5.9%) |
| Bachelors | 302 (18.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 613 (37.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $112,665 ▲ 48% above avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $295,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 62% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $950/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 964 |
| Vacant Units | 123 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 964 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 123 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 14170 is located in West Falls, New York, within Erie County. With a population of 2,200, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.3 years. Economically, 14170 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $112,665 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14170 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $295,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $950 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 62% since 2019.
The population of 14170 is primarily White (92.91%). Residents are well-educated — 56.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.8%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14170 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 29% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 14170 in West Falls, NY is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,200 residents, a median household income of $112,665, and a median home value of $295,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.