| ZIP Code | 14171 |
|---|---|
| City | West Valley |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Cattaraugus County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 1,957 ft |
| Latitude | 42.424674 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.649832 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36009 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.3 yrs ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 5.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 30.6% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 65% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 502 (38.2%) |
| Some College | 188 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 221 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 161 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 241 (18.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,417 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $145,500 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $639/mo ↓ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,008 |
| Vacant Units | 217 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,008 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 217 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 14171 is located in West Valley, New York, within Cattaraugus County. With a population of 1,736, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.3 years. Economically, 14171 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,417 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14171 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $145,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $639 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 94.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 14171 is primarily White (86.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.7%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14171 stands at 1.7%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 14171 in West Valley, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,736 residents, a median household income of $70,417, and a median home value of $145,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.