| ZIP Code | 14211 |
|---|---|
| City | Buffalo |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 646 ft |
| Latitude | 42.906731 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.819891 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 34.5% ▲ 245% above avg |
| College Grads | 28.1% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 902 (6.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,932 (36%) |
| Some College | 2,013 (14.7%) |
| Associates | 2,008 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,592 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,261 (16.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $34,490 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $91,600 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 78% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,008/mo ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,498 |
| Vacant Units | 1,813 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,498 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,813 |
| Owner Occupied | 44.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 55.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 14211 is located in Buffalo, New York, within Erie County. With a population of 23,951, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.2 years. Economically, 14211 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $34,490 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14211 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $91,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,008 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (44.7%) and renters (55.3%). Median home values have increased by 78% since 2019.
The population of 14211 is majority Black (58.74%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 34.5%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14211 stands at 9.1%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 14211 in Buffalo, NY is characterized as lower-income, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,951 residents, a median household income of $34,490, and a median home value of $91,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.