| ZIP Code | 14216 |
|---|---|
| City | Buffalo |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Erie County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 609 ft |
| Latitude | 42.949629 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -78.862483 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.9 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.95 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 63.2% ▲ 63% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 23% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 92 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,604 (15.6%) |
| Some College | 1,437 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 2,013 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 1,391 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,172 (54.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,260 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,152/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,773 |
| Vacant Units | 914 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,773 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 914 |
| Owner Occupied | 46.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 53.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.95 |
ZIP code 14216 is located in Buffalo, New York, within Erie County. With a population of 23,221, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.9 years. Economically, 14216 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,260 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14216 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,152 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (46.3%) and renters (53.7%). Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 14216 is primarily White (71.51%). Residents are highly educated — 63.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.8%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14216 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 14216 in Buffalo, NY is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,221 residents, a median household income of $70,260, and a median home value of $260,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.