| ZIP Code | 14305 |
|---|---|
| City | Niagara Falls |
| State | New York (NY) |
| County | Niagara County |
| Area Code | 624/716 |
| Elevation | 598 ft |
| Latitude | 43.122831 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -79.023218 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 36063 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 24.6% ▲ 146% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 11.3% ▲ 130% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 142 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,966 (29.8%) |
| Some College | 1,952 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 1,114 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,230 (12.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,564 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,588 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,200 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $798/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,348 |
| Vacant Units | 1,095 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,348 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,095 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 14305 is located in Niagara Falls, New York, within Niagara County. With a population of 16,433, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.7 years. Economically, 14305 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,588 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 14305 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $109,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $798 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 14305 is majority White (55.44%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 24.6%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 14305 stands at 11.3%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 14305 in Niagara Falls, NY is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,433 residents, a median household income of $49,588, and a median home value of $109,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of New York.