| ZIP Code | 14215 |
|---|---|
| City | Buffalo |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 660 ft |
| Latitude | 42.934545 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.810223 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 29.0% ▲ 190% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.8% ▲ 59% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 528 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,417 (27.8%) |
| Some College | 3,845 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 4,005 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 3,672 (15.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,621 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $43,326 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $102,800 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 64% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $993/mo ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 19,203 |
| Vacant Units | 2,064 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 19,203 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,064 |
| Owner Occupied | 47.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 52.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 14215 is located in Buffalo, New York, within Erie County. With a population of 42,813, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.6 years. Economically, 14215 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $43,326 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14215 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $102,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $993 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (47.7%) and renters (52.3%). Median home values have increased by 64% since 2019.
The population of 14215 is majority Black (67.49%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.0%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14215 stands at 7.8%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 14215 in Buffalo, NY is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 42,813 residents, a median household income of $43,326, and a median home value of $102,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.